Summary of ASQA or VET Quality Framework Audit Information

As part or the application process to become a Pre-qualified Supplier under the User Choice 2010 – 2015 program, Regional Training Services Qld Pty Ltd is required to publish audit information in relation to it’s compliance with the Australian Skills Quality Authority [ASQA] or VET Quality Framework.
The User Choice program provides public funding paid directly to Pre-qualified Suppliers for the delivery of accredited entry-level training to eligible Apprentices and Trainees.
The ASQA or VET Quality Framework is the national set of standards which assures nationally consistent, high-quality training and assessment services for the clients of Australia’s vocational education and training system.
An ASQA audit reviews evidence of an organisations’ compliance with the requirements of the ASQA Essential Conditions and Standards of Initial/Continuing Registration to confirm that it is achieving quality training and assessment outcomes.  The process also identifies opportunities for improvement on these outcomes.
A VET Quality Framework audit of a registered training organisation reviews evidence of compliance with the requirements of the VET Quality Framework to confirm that it is achieving quality training and assessment outcomes. The process also identifies opportunities for improvement on these outcomes.
This information is published to assist apprentices, trainees and their employers to make informed decisions regarding their selection of a Pre-qualified Supplier for the delivery of training and assessment services.
Click to view Audit Report 2014
Explanatory notes:
Non-compliance with the ASQA or VET Quality Framework means that requirements have not been met based on the evidence reviewed. Non-compliances are categorised as minor, significant or critical. For the purposes of the User Choice 2010 – 2015 program, only significant and Critical non-compliances need to be published.
Minor:  No, or minor, adverse impact on learners with no serious breakdown of provision of quality training and assessment.
Significant:    Significant adverse impact on learners with insufficient focus on quality training and assessment outcomes.
Critical:          Critical adverse impact on learners with widespread or persistent dissatisfaction with services and outcomes.