of teaching and training

Certificate IV in
Training &
Assessment
TAE40110

TAE40110 v5
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Certificate IV in Training
& Assessment
TAE40110
Designed for individuals wishing to add
co u r s e d e t a i l s
expertise in vocational training and
assessment to their existing skill-set or Course Number E0069
update their current qualification, this Delivery mode Online
course is particularly relevant if you are Course duration Max 12 months
considering employment in distance and Assessments Knowledge tests,
online learning. This course is offered in research reports,
presentations,
partnership with ICM Training. projects,
demonstrations,
Opportunities for trainers and assessors exist across the evidence portfolio.
vocational education sector and in many industries. This Qualification Certificate IV
nationally recognised qualification – part of the TAE10 Nationally
Training & Education Training Package – acknowledges Recognised Yes
the important and evolving role that such education Awarded By ICM Training
and training professionals play in developing the
skills required by industry. It is important to note that P o t e n t i a l j ob s
current practitioners with qualifications from the BSZ98
> enterprise trainer and/or assessor
and TAA04 Training Packages, who are not able to
> corporate trainer
demonstrate equivalent competencies, will soon be
required to upgrade to TAE10. > Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
trainer and/or assessor
Among other skills, you will learn to design and develop
> e-learning facilitator
training programs, plan and undertake group-based
learning, and organise and conduct the assessment > training advisor

process. A unit covering workplace learning will enable > training needs analyst
students currently in the workplace to put their skills > vocational education teacher.
into practice immediately, while an elective subject is
available for students wanting to work in online and
distance education.
You will be supported throughout your studies by highly
experienced trainers and enjoy access to
industry-leading online learning materials and resources.

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What you need to know

about this course
Course number: E0069

How is the course delivered? For some assessments you can use the simulated
This is an online course. This means that you RTO created in the Toolbox provided as part of the
will complete your knowledge and initial skills learning and assessment materials for this course,
development through online learning. however, to complete the entire qualification you
will need access to a suitable practice environment
What is online learning? as detailed above.
OpenSpace is Open Colleges’ online campus. Each student will be responsible for finding
Through OpenSpace you will: and securing a suitable practice environment to
complete this qualification.
> access your learning materials and assessments
> undertake and upload assessments
> engage and interact with your trainer and How is the course assessed?
assessor During the course, you will undertake:
> participate in student forums and find a
‘study buddy’ > case studies
> access your assessment grades and feedback > knowledge tests
> access Student Support Services. > research reports
> video presentations
> projects
What learning materials are
> demonstrations.
included with this course?
Your learning materials are accessed through
OpenSpace. These include: What about Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL)?
> study guide We understand that you may already have many
> learner workbooks
skills and areas of expertise that you have obtained
> activity booklet
> case studies in different ways and these are recognised through
> video resources our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
> powerpoint presentations
If you are an existing trainer and assessor and
> learning toolbox
> research reports you’d like to upgrade your BSZ98 or TAA40104
> online forum. qualification, we have developed an upgrade
RPL kit for this course. The Student Handbook
provides more information about our RPL process.
Does this course include a work Alternatively, you can contact a Course and
placement?
Careers Adviser to discuss your RPL options.
This course does not include a work placement,
but to successfully complete this course you’ll
need access to a practice environment. A What about credit transfer?
Practice Environment may include a Registered If you have completed another nationally
Training Organisation (RTO), workplace or recognised qualification you may be eligible for
volunteer organisation. credit transfer. Contact a Course and Careers
Advisor for more information.

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What is the duration of the course? Minimum Age Requirements

The maximum duration for the course is 12 months. You will need to be at least 18 years old.
To complete the course in this timeframe, we
recommend that you study a minimum of 6 to 7 English Language Requirements
hours per week. If you are able to study 10 hours This course requires you to write complex
per week, you could complete the course in six reports, develop assessments appropriate for
months. This is a guide only — the time taken to Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) at varying
complete your course will depend on your level of Australian Qualifications Framework levels,
skill and knowledge. interpret legislation and rules of evidence and
maintain training records. Furthermore, given
What will I learn? that this course is delivered online, there is a
greater reliance on reading, research and written
The core units in this course will cover topics such communication.
as the use of training packages, developing training
programs and assessment tools, and how to assess As such, entry to the course requires English
competence. proficiency to Year 12 level, or equivalent (see
Education Requirements for equivalency) or
Depending on the type of training and assessing completion of an approved English language test
you’d like to undertake, we have also provided the (see website for details).
following electives;
Existing or new Trainers and Assessors in a Vocational Experience
face-to-face workplace environment: While no vocational experience is technically
> TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction required for entry into this course, the course design
> TAEDEL404A Mentor in the workplace. assumes that you have technical skills or vocational
New Trainers and Assessors in a face-to-face experience in the area in which you would like to
environment: train and assess.

> BSBCMM401A Make a presentation

> BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals.
On this basis, we highly recommends that you
have a minimum of 3 years vocational experience
Online or Distance Learning Trainers and Assessors: or appropriate NRT qualifications in the area in
> TAEDEL403A Coordinate and facilitate which you would like to deliver training and assess
distance-based learning competency.
> TAEDEL501A Facilitate e-learning.

See the ‘Subject Descriptions’ page later in this Practice Environment

document for more information. A practice environment may include a Registered
Training Organisation (RTO), workplace or volunteer
organisation. For some assessments you can use
What are the admission the simulated RTO created in the Toolbox provided
requirements for the course?
as part of the learning and assessment materials
Education Requirements
for this course, however, to complete the entire
You will need to have completed year 12, or
qualification you will need access to a suitable
equivalent. Equivalency can be demonstrated by
practice environment as detailed above.
one of the following:

> a qualification at Certificate III level or higher OR

> three years industry experience in a role that
requires the use of written documentation and
communication.

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Computing Requirements Learning Support

You will need access to a computer and the internet and The Learning Support Team are a dedicated
have basic computing skills. team of specialists that provide you with a
comprehensive induction to studying with
Minimum specifications for your computer are: Open Colleges as well as specific support if you
> Microsoft Office 2010 or higher recommended encounter learning difficulties during your studies.
> broadband Internet Connection Learning support resources, such as writing
> 2GB of Ram
 guides, are available in OpenSpace. You can access
> CD-ROM or DVD drive the Learning Support Team via your Trainer and
> Adobe Reader X or equivalent

Assessor or the Student Support Team.
Specific requirements for Windows users:
> Microsoft Windows 7 or higher is recommended Peer Support
> 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster processor As a student of Open Colleges you can also
(2GHz or faster recommended)
 access our ‘Study Buddy’ system. This enables
> Adobe Flash Player 11 or Higher
you to connect with other Open Colleges students
Specific requirements for Mac OS users: studying your course that live near you. Students
> Mac OS X v 10.5 or higher find this is a great way to keep motivated and build
(Mac OS X v 10.6 or higher is recommended) lasting friendships and networks.
> 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster Intel processor
(2GHz or faster recommended)

More information?
You will also need access to a printer and scanner.
The Student Handbook, available on the Open
Colleges website, provides more detailed
Audio-Visual Requirements
information on the support services available
You will need access to a digital video recording
to students. We recommend that you read the
device and/or a digital camera and associated
Student Handbook prior to enrolling with us.
software to save and upload video and image files to
OpenSpace. Many mobile phones and smart phones
include this technology. What will I obtain on completion of
the course?

Upon successful completion of this course you
What support services are available?
 will receive a nationally recognised qualification
During your studies with Open Colleges, you will have Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40110
access to a comprehensive range of support services. awarded by Integrated Care & Management
These include: Training Pty Ltd (Provider Number: 90197).

Academic Support
Your experienced Trainers and Assessors are available What funding support options exist?
in OpenSpace to answer any questions you may have Austudy/Abstudy
regarding the learning materials or assessments. Your This course is Austudy/Abstudy approved however
Course Coordinator can also provide you with advice you will need to apply directly to Centrelink for
and support regarding the overall course. information on eligibility.

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Study Periods and Units

Once you are enrolled in this course, you will receive access to the first Study Period, which contains the first
set of units for the course. When you have successfully completed those units, you’ll be given access to the next
Study Period.

Order of Studies Unit Type Code Unit Title

Study Period 1 Core TAEDES402A Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs
(Learning Design) Core TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs
Study Period 2 Core TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
(Deliver Training) Core TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
Core TAEASS401B Plan assessment activities and processes
Study Period 3
(Plan and Design Elective* TAEASS502B Design and develop assessment tools
Assessments)
Core TAEASS403B Participate in assessment validation
Study Period 4
Core TAEASS402B Assess competence
(Assessment)
Electives – Choose 2
Study Period 5 Elective TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
Study Period 6 Elective TAEDEL404A Mentor in the workplace
Elective TAEDEL501A Facilitate e-learning
Study Period 7
Elective TAEDEL403A Coordinate and facilitate distance-based learning
Study Period 8 Elective BSBCMM401A Make a presentation
Study Period 9
Elective BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals

*Open Colleges has made the elective unit TAEASS502B Design and develop assessment tools compulsory for all
students in the delivery of this course.

For full course competency details visit www.training.gov.au

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that our students are constantly responses to many of the common queries. You
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specifically designed to enable

you to fit education and training “Studying with Open Colleges was very
around your lifestyle. convenient. I was able to fit studying around
my busy work schedule. The course was very
rewarding and it directly led to a promotion
After you enrol with Open Colleges you will be for me.”
provided with access to OpenSpace – our cutting
Jason Renshaw,
edge virtual campus. Here are some of the key
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
features and benefits of OpenSpace:

Access
Access your learning materials, assessments,
videos and additional online resources wherever
you have an internet connection. You can also
download your study guides, workbooks and
assessments so that you can study wherever and
whenever it suits you.

Connections
Connect with your trainers, assessors and other
students. You can participate in the lively student
forums, link up with a ‘study buddy’ or engage
with your trainer. OpenSpace is also where you will
submit your assessments and receive your grades.

Knowledge
OpenSpace is your link to Gale – our extensive
online library. Through Gale you will have access
to millions of academic, magazine and newspaper
articles from around the world.

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