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TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

National ID: TAE40116 State ID: BAB2
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Are you passionate about sharing knowledge and training others?

When you complete the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment you will be ready to start a rewarding career as a vocational trainer, assessor, or lecturer, either in the private or public sector.

The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is an essential requirement for anyone wishing to deliver vocational education and training for a registered training organisation in Australia.

 

  • deliver and assess training
  • design and develop training programs
  • present to groups of learners
  • participate in assessment moderation and validation
Free

This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The tuition fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA Government for WA residents.

Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.

* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training. Tuition fees are free, but resource fees may be payable for some courses

Half-price

This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the course fees, capped for each year at $1,200; or $400 (plus resource fee) if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more

School Leaver Non-School Leaver AQF
C Grades in Year 11 WACE General English, and OLNA; or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 C Grades in Year 11 English and Maths or equivalent Certificate II or Certificate III

As the purpose of this qualification is to develop job-ready skills as a trainer and assessor, applicants will need to demonstrated the following during the application process:

  • Vocational competency or a vocational area
  • Access to a workplace for the completion of assessments
  • Effective language, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Digital literacy and sound application of computer programs e.g. MS Word, Outlook

Assessments require access to real learning contexts and to a group of at least eight learners to demonstrate your skills and knowledge either in your workplace or access to one that relates to your vocational competency.

Attendance in class

Intensive Workshops – The course will be delivered one day per week over the semester. You can indicate the course location that is most suitable for you to attend. If your preferred option is not available because the class is fully subscribed, you will be contacted to see if an available alternative is suitable to you. You are expected to attend for the entire duration of the course and cannot expect to change days or times. 

SM TAFE study options that are provided for the TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment are based on intensive delivery which is face to face on campus.

At-home study

You will receive an email that will outline some mandatory pre-work and activities that you are required to complete prior to your first class attendance. 

Students are required to complete pre-reading and preparation prior to attending classes in their own time. The time allocation would be approximately 15-20 additional hours per week for the period of the course when attending one full day per week. 

You will need to have the basic technical requirements for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.

Work placement

Work placement is not a requirement for this course.

What you need for your first day of class

On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID and stationery (pen, USB & exercise book). Students are also welcome to bring a laptop or tablet.

Uniform and equipment requirements

There is no uniform. Smart casual dress is required.

 Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

To access free career planning and job search assistance, visit the Jobs and Skills Centres page.

Select your preferred campus and apply

Click on your preferred campus and study mode below to get started with your application. 

Semester 1, 2024

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Where Bentley
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Semester 2, 2023

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