RTO Compliance & Audit Assistance
Navigate Audit Challenges with Comprehensive RTO Compliance and Audit Support
At LionHouse, we recognise the hurdles that audits pose to Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) within highly regulated educational and training settings.
Tailored for your specific needs, our RTO compliance and audit assistance services aim to safeguard your vital assets – your RTO’s registration and funding contracts. We deliver extensive audit preparation and support to mitigate risks and enhance RTO compliance in an intensively regulated environment, certifying you are ready for your succeeding ASQA audit.
Aiming for robust compliance, we assist you in preparing for internal audits by ensuring that your RTO’s structures, procedures, and evidence requested align with regulatory requirements and minimise critical risks such as RTO sanctions or deregistration.
Our RTO Compliance & Audit Services:
Our RTO audit services offer a comprehensive approach, beginning with in-depth health checks to assess your compliance levels. We provide strategic management advice on RTO Compliance Risk Assessments and develop customized audit programs aligned with the latest regulatory requirements.
Our expertise extends to managing internal and external audits, ensuring meticulous adherence to standards. We also refine key areas such as student due diligence, marketing, recruitment, enrolment processes, student support systems, and optimizing training and assessment policies.
Focused on maintaining rigorous regulatory compliance and robust RTO governance, our services equip your organization to excel in upcoming ASQA audits and uphold excellence across the VET sector.
Internal Audit & RTO Compliance
- Assist clients in maintaining a quality-assured and compliant Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
- Ensure that RTO processes meet regulatory standards and maintain ongoing compliance.
- Access to experienced RTO compliance managers available to aid in establishing comprehensive RTO compliance processes.
ASQA Audit Preparation
- Access expert advice on audit preparation and compliance management.
- Develop effective strategies to reduce ASQUA audit risks and minimise potential penalties.
- Stay up to date with regulatory requirements and stay ahead of compliance challenges.
Implement Quality Assurance Systems
- Maintain compliance with ASQA standards
- Reduce critical risks such as RTO sanctions and de-registration
- Improve operational efficiency and core compliance processes
Audit Support & Advice
- Enjoy peace of mind knowing our experienced compliance team will be by your side throughout the audit process.
- Receive ongoing support for audit-related inquiries and concerns.
- Benefit from our experienced audit professionals’ insights on best practices for maintaining compliance.
- Implement compliance processes to continuously improve training and education.
Audit Rectification
- We help you address and recover from non-compliance issues promptly to avoid sanctions.
- Maintain the high quality and relevance of training required by RTOs.
- Rectify non-compliance issues with expert support.
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Take the Next Step Towards Excellence with Our RTO Compliance and Audit Services
At LionHouse, we believe in working collaboratively with our clients to navigate the complexities of the audit process.
We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, and our audit assistance service is no exception.
Our team works closely with you to understand your unique needs and tailor our services to support your organisation throughout RTO compliance and the audit process.
Contact us today to learn how our RTO compliance services audit assistance can help you safeguard your RTO’s registration and funding contracts in a highly regulated environment.
Fill out the form below to schedule a consultation or to learn more about our services. Our team of experts is eager to assist you in navigating the complexities of RTO compliance and audit requirements.
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FAQs
ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) is the national regulator for Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector.
ASQA ensures the quality of VET so that students, employers, governments, and the community can trust the integrity of qualifications issued by training providers. ASQA regulates providers who deliver VET qualifications, courses to overseas students, accredited VET courses, and some providers who deliver English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS).
The aim of ASQA is to provide nationally consistent, quality vocational education that supports key skill development meets the needs of the Australian workforce.
The ASQA performance assessment evaluation, also commonly known as a performance assessment audit, is a systematic assessment of a training organisation’s compliance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015. The objective of the audit is to ensure the integrity of providers and the qualifications they provide in Australia. This audit often serves as a quality control measure that aims to protect the interests of learners, employers, and the broader national vocational education and training community.
ASQA typically conducts these assessments as part of its monitoring process, from initial registration application to when existing RTOs change their scope or renew their registration or if data indicates potential non-compliance
The performance assessment audit often involves reviewing several aspects of an RTO’s operation and the organisation’s performance. An ASQA performance assessment can include governance, training and testing strategies, educational resources, trainer and evaluator qualifications, evaluation practices, learner support services, and the administration and management of the training organisation.
The ASQA Performance Assessment Process includes five key steps:
- Initial contact and request for preliminary information, planning of assessment scope, and an opening meeting. This will generally be initiated by a notification letter.
- Information requests, virtual or onsite observations, and interviews with RTO Compliance managers, trainers, assessors, and others.
- A closing interview process to outline findings and identify issues or non-compliances.
- Delivery of a performance assessment report that identifies compliance and non-compliance.
- Sharing findings, outlining next steps, and providing a timeframe for responding to any identified non-compliance and submitting a rectification plan
An ASQA Performance Assessment Report is a document prepared after an ASQA Performance Assessment. It identifies a training provider’s compliance or non-compliance with the standards set by the Australian government. The report may lead to the provider’s approval to continue delivering education and training, or, in some cases, it may result in conditions or sanctions, such as suspension or cancellation of registration if required standards are not met.
An internal audit is a service designed to assist RTOs in maintaining a quality-assured and compliant status. It is an effective method for ensuring that an RTO’s processes meet regulatory obligations and standards and maintain ongoing compliance requirements. Experienced RTO compliance managers typically provide this service and focus on establishing comprehensive RTO compliance processes.
We will perform the audit in line with the current audit model used by ASQA and provide you with a detailed audit report and action plan to rectify any identified non-compliances and prepare you for future audits. We also undertake targeted audits focusing on specific areas such as assessment practices, student support services, or particular educational institutions and RTO standards.
The VET Quality Framework is a comprehensive set of standards and requirements. It’s utilised by the ASQA to evaluate if Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) within its scope fulfil the criteria for registration.
The Framework aims for increased uniformity across Australia in the registration and standard enforcement of RTOs within the vocational education and training (VET) sector.
Components of the Framework:
- 2015 Standards for RTOs: Guidelines RTOs must follow.
- Fit and Proper Person Requirements: Ensures integrity of those managing RTOs.
- 2011 Financial Viability Risk Assessment: Reviews financial health of RTOs.
- 2012 Data Provision Requirements: Mandates data submission by RTOs.
- Australian Qualifications Framework: Outlines qualifications for the VET sector.
The Framework governs RTOs in the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, and Tasmania, as well as RTOs in Victoria and Western Australia that provide courses to overseas students or students outside these states.
The frequency of audits for RTOs in Australia is not specified with a set timeline. The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) conducts these audits under various circumstances. These include as part of ASQA’s regular monitoring processes, in response to new provider applications, or when existing RTOs undergo changes in their scope or renew their registration. While a specific schedule for these audits is not publicly detailed, they are a crucial aspect of ASQA’s regulation to ensure the quality and compliance of training providers.
RTO compliance refers to the adherence of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to relevant Commonwealth, state, or territory legislation and regulatory requirements in Australia. This compliance is crucial for RTOs to be recognised as providers of quality-assured and nationally recognised training and qualifications. Key elements of RTO compliance include:
- Adherence to Standards: RTOs must comply with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015, encompassing various aspects of their operational, educational, and administrative practices.
- Annual Declaration: RTOs are required to submit an annual declaration of compliance. This declaration is a formal statement confirming RTOs’ adherence to the abovementioned standards and regulations. It serves as both a compliance assurance to the ASQA and a means to review the overall quality of the RTO’s training programs.
- Quality Assurance: Reputable RTOs continuously review their quality to remain compliant and maintain their status as recognised training providers.
- Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: The regulatory compliance, reporting, and governance practices of RTOs are fundamental to their effective management and sustainable business operations.
In summary, RTO compliance is a comprehensive process ensuring RTOs operate within the legal and quality standards set by Australian authorities, ensuring the integrity and recognition of their training programs and qualifications.
RTOs are required to comply with a range of regulations and standards to ensure the quality and relevance of the training they provide. When a regulatory report identifies findings of non-compliance, it is essential that the RTO takes prompt action to rectify any issues to avoid possible sanctions.
