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First-Hand Experience: RTO Initial Registration in the 2025 Standards Era
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The training sector has witnessed significant regulatory changes with the introduction of the 2025 standards, leaving many RTOs uncertain about what to expect during their ASQA audits. This episode cuts through the noise to deliver practical insights from two practitioners who've recently navigated the new audit landscape.
Drawing from their combined experience with seven initial registration audits under the new standards, Angela and Maycheck reveal a fundamental shift in ASQA's approach. Auditors are now prioritising the "tell and show" method – they want to hear RTOs explain their implementation strategies rather than simply reviewing documentation. This represents a move toward outcome-focused assessment, where your understanding of compliance obligations carries more weight than perfectly crafted policies.
The conversation explores several critical aspects of audit preparation, from ensuring comprehensive resource readiness to establishing clear accountability structures. Particularly valuable is their discussion of how auditors are comparing verbal explanations against submitted documentation to identify discrepancies. Both hosts stress the importance of thorough preparation: contextualising any purchased materials, testing assessment tools, and ensuring all team members have a solid grasp of compliance requirements.
Perhaps most refreshingly, Maycheck and Angela dismantle the fear narrative surrounding ASQA and the new standards. They emphasise that while the standards require interpretation based on your RTO's unique context, they're not designed to be impossibly complex. Their parting advice? Read the standards thoroughly, understand your obligations, and don't hesitate to seek guidance when needed. With proper preparation and the right mindset, your next audit can be an opportunity to demonstrate excellence rather than a source of anxiety.
Join host Angela Connell-Richards as she opens each episode with a burst of insight and inspiration. Discover why compliance is your launchpad to success, not a limitation.
Wrap up with gratitude and guidance. Subscribe, leave a review, and join our community as we continue supporting your compliance journey in vocational education.
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Chapters
1. Meeting in Darwin to Discuss Audits (00:00:00)
2. New Focus on Implementation and Understanding (00:01:36)
3. Document Preparation for Audits (00:03:36)
4. Accountability and Delegation in RTOs (00:06:01)
5. ASQA's Approach to Applications (00:09:21)
6. Conflict of Interest and Risk Management (00:13:51)
7. Preparation Advice for Initial Registration (00:15:21)
8. Avoiding AI Pitfalls and Final Advice (00:21:01)
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