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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.
Gain these skills:
- deliver and assess training
- design and develop training programs
- present to groups of learners
- participate in assessment moderation and validation
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.
Those applying to enter this program must be able to demonstrate vocational competency in their proposed teaching and assessing area.
Assessment of many units of competency require access to real learning contexts where you are able to demonstrate your skills and knowledge in your workplace or one you are able to arrange to access that relates to your vocational competency.
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 2021 through to 31 December 2021 you'll only pay half the course fees (plus resource fee), capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more.
This course is part of the Lower fees, local skills initiative where you'll only pay half the course fees until December 2021. Fees are capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession, plus resource fees and other fees that may apply to your course. 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
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.
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.
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Study options and next steps
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