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Newly Revised Draft Standards for RTOs Finalised for Piloting

The Standards are currently being revised to strengthen the focus on quality outcomes for learners and employers, provide greater clarity for RTOs and regulators, and allow for more flexibility and innovation in training delivery.

Draft revised Standards have been developed and finalised for piloting based on feedback from the sector, along with analysis of other sectors, expert reviews, and research. 

The draft revised Standards propose significant changes to the structure and content of the Standards, providing a clearer and more direct link between the requirements RTOs are expected to meet and the outcomes they are expected to deliver.

A public consultation process on an earlier draft of the revised Standards was held from November 2022 to January 2023. This included opportunities for the sector to provide written feedback and participate in a range of online and face-to-face forums across all states and territories. 

A summary of consultation findings is available on the RTO Standards Consultation page.

Taking into account feedback received, the draft revised Standards have been refined in preparation for piloting. 

These draft revised Standards are available here.

Date posted Oct 19, 2023