Standard 8

RTO assessments

The RTO's assessments meet the requirements of the endorsed components of Training Packages and the outcomes specified in accredited courses within the scope of its registration.

The RTO must ensure that assessments, including RPL:

1. comply with the Assessment Guidelines included in the applicable nationally endorsed Training Packages or the assessment requirements specified in accredited courses;
2. lead to the issuing of a Statement of Attainment or qualification under the AQF when a person is assessed as competent against nationally endorsed unit(s) of competency in the applicable Training Package or modules specified in the applicable accredited course;
3. are a valid, reliable , fair and flexible;
4. provide for applicants to be informed of the context and purpose of the assessment and the assessment process;
5. where relevant, focus on the application of knowledge and skill to the standard of performance required in the workplace and cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills;
6. involve the evaluation of sufficient evidence to enable judgements to be made about whether competency has been attained;
7. provide for feedback to the applicant about the outcomes of the assessment process and guidance on future options in relation to those outcomes;
8. are equitable for all persons, taking account of individual needs relevant to the assessment; and
9. provide for reassessment on appeal.

1. The RTO must ensure that RPL is offered to all applicants on enrolment.
2. The RTO must have an RPL process that:

1. is structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants; and
2. provides adequate information, support and opportunities for participants to engage in the RPL process.