Online Learning and Assessment Skill Set (TAESS00023)

DURATION:
3 months
COST:

From $700

LOCATION:
ONLINE

This Skill Set is for teachers and trainers who want to gain the skills and knowledge to deliver and assess e-learning in online and remote learning environments, including in the workplace.

Assessments marked within 1-8 business days

A flexible study arrangement

Fast response times

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You Graduating Is Our No.1 Goal!

This course can be challenging and many of you are doing it because you “have to”, we get it, so we have gone to great lengths to make the learning material as engaging as possible, we also monitor your progress and reach out if we see you’ve stalled so we can support you to keep going. We are there every step of the way!

MEET OUR TEAM
All of our trainers are located in Australia!
All assessments marked within 8 business days!
Progress monitored and we check in if you stall
Certificates sent within 7 business days of all checks being completed

There Are 4 Upgrade Options

The option that's best for you depends on multiple factors, so use the following flow chart to help you determine which option you should look at. If in doubt, our Course Advisors are experts at working this out with you.
Regardless of your choice you'll need to speak to them to book in for your upgrade course option.

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What's Included in This Course...

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Credit Transfer

The units in this course are included in the full Certificate IV of Training and Assessment so if you choose to do the full certificate, these units will be a direct credit transfer and cost reduction.

Fast Help - Evening Trainer Support

These are run fortnightly for 2 hours where you can book 1 x 10 minute block for quick after-hours help. Available in support packages and great for students who study when our regular trainers are not available.

Admin and Learner Portal Support

All support packages receive unlimited admin and Learner Portal support from our Student Support team for any access, admin, or financial arrangement issues.

Learner Portal How-To Videos

These extra videos take you step-by-step through your Learner Portal, showing you exactly where everything is so you can get started fast and just keep going!

Regular Check-Ins From Student Support

We don't enrol and forget. We care that you're doing ok or want to know if you're stuck, especially if we haven't seen any progress from you for a couple of weeks. No student is left behind!

Facebook Support Group

An online space where you can connect and collaborate with other students who are enrolled in any of the Training and Assessment courses. A great place to find a study buddy and get questions answered!

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Your Qualification, The Course Requirements & The Skills You Gain

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Statement of Attainment

The units of competency in this skill set support teachers, trainers and assessors who facilitate learning and conduct assessments in an online environment.

Course Requirements Coursework Path

You'll need a computer with Zoom installed as this will be required for the workshop attendance. Fortress will provide the platform and the learners for your delivery and assessment units.

Course Requirements Both Pathways 1

RPL and Work-based pathways - Have access to a group of 3 learners to deliver and assess in an online training and assessment environment. ​

Course Requirements Both Pathways 2

RPL and Work-based pathways - Have access to an online learning platform to deliver two learning activities. It's not specified which platform you must use.

Platforms for Video Recording

The following platforms have been used for recording assessment sessions: but not limited to: Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, SchoolBox, Mindflash, Learnbook, Learndash and Nimble.

Course Requirements Both Pathways 3

You must have access to a TAE-qualified observer, or the ability to video record the practical components of your assessment tasks.

Minimum Qualification For Observer

Your TAE observer must be compliant as a Trainer and Assessor, holding as a minimum: the TAE40110, TAELLN411 and TAEASS502 or equivalent unit.

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Kopu Tutu

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Aug 3, 2023

Inspiring The Next Generation

I left school in 1980 and I'm not IT savvy so that's been my biggest challenge as well as retaining information. Coming from a hands on workplace this has definitely been outside my comfort zone and been a great introduction for what I'm about to embark on. The Fortress teams support has been outstanding and enabled me to fullfill a life time dream of passing on my wealth of knowledge experience and make a positive change so as to equip the new generation with the tools and prepare them for the up and coming challenges that lay ahead of them, thanks Fortress.

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Paul customer

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June 29, 2023

An informative and empowering course...

The course was very clearly presented in a welcoming and supportive environment. The resources provided and the learning of how to use relevant external resources has left me feeling ready to train and assess at the VET level.

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Ruzica Cvit

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AU

January 16, 2023

My journey with fortress learning has…

My journey with fortress learning has been a wonderful experience. Deb and the team have been nothing but helpful and supportive. Much thanks to Deb who I'm going to miss having regular chats with. She is a extremely supportive trainer and mentor! Fortress Learning 5/5 :)

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Wes Harder

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AU

February 06, 2023

I highly recommend Fortress Learning

I highly recommend Fortress Learning if you are thinking of starting a course or gaining a new qualification. The staff and trainers are thorough, professional, and their attention to detail is excellent. The online portal system is simple to navigate, and the course notes and videos are clear, concise and easy to follow. I found the trainers and assessors to be readily available, prompt in their replies, and in some instances willing to go above and beyond, especially in my case where a deadline was imminent. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Fortress Learning.

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Victoria O'Halloran

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AU

March 19, 2023

Excellent online learning experience…

Excellent online learning experience with Fortress. I completed the final 15 modules of a Cert IV in training and assessment with Fortress. Their learning support was exceptional. They were proactive, responsive and practical. I have used other training providers before and was not recommend them. I wholeheartedly recommend Fortress.

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Daniel Hart

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AU

30/8/23

Professional Online RTO

I have studied with Fortress on two occasions now. Each time I have found the quality of their learning materials and availability of their student support to be first class. I find I come away with confidence in the content and a firm understanding of when, how, and why to apply it in my job role. I thoroughly recommend Fortress. Their team is very helpful!

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Jordon O

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March 06, 2023

Master-class in Online Learning

Fortress Learning furnishes their learners with ample materials and support to facilitate successful outcomes. Using the Accelerate platform is straightforward and provides an excellent visualisation of success in real time. Personally, every request I made was answered promptly and considerately. The team of trainers, assessors and support staff were exceedingly generous with their feedback and time- at every turn I knew help was only a phone call away. I further praise Jane and Maniya for providing small goals and targeted feedback that ultimately led to my qualification. Lastly, having undertaken online learning previously, I would not hesitate to say that Fortress Learning has mastered internet based training and have enlightened me as to how quality outcomes can be achieved via correspondence.

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Susanna C

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AU

Date of experience: 05 July 2023

Very impressed

I had a great experience doing my TAE through Fortress. Very clear tasks with videos to give guidance and instructions on the tasks. Trainers very responsive and willing to help! Marking done within 4 days. Thank you very much!

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Stephen Armao

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AU

Date of experience: 09 August 2023

Tradesman as teacher

Thanks to Jane for her support all the way. I definitely had trouble interpreting academic speak as I am from a trade background. With Jane's help I found it easier to understand and ultimately got through.

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Kate M

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April 19, 2023

5 star service from day 1!

5 star service from day 1!! I had previously been enrolled with another RTO but was having difficulties with their online course and a friend recommended I contact Fortress Learning and there was no turning back. The customer service was faultless, very prompt replies to my initial enquiry and I was able to book in a call with my trainer Deb at short notice to answer my questions before I enrolled in a TAE course I needed to complete. The online modules were easy to follow and the assessments were outlined clearly as to what was expected and there were templates available as a guide if needed. Deb went above and beyond to assist me throughout my training and was very professional in her manner. Debs wealth of knowledge in the VET sector, in particular in health was extremely valuable and I can’t thank her enough for her support. I would not hesitate to recommend Fortress Learning to anyone looking to enrol in online training and will certainly be back in the future for any training needs.

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Adam D

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AU

March 21, 2023

Thank You!!

I’m not a person who takes to technology and computers easily, I never gained an education through high school. Thanks to Deb and the team at Fortress, I was able to get my qualification to start my dream job, training and assessing apprentices. I would like to thank everyone at Fortress for helping and guiding me along the way, I will be forever grateful!

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HEATHER GUASCOINE

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AU

Date of experience: 20 July 2023

Success…

As an older aged student I had doubts at first. But with the help and assistance I received from Fortress Learning was just incredible. I had times where life got in the way and of course self doubt that I could achieve the completion of my chosen course. I would highly, highly recommend Fortress for anyone. Huge thanks to Deb.T for your constant support and believing in me that I could achieve this. Thank you all so much.

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Peter Mack

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October 01, 2022

I loved my experience with Fortress Learning

I loved my experience with Fortress Learning, the trainer was so helpful & clear. I struggled with the course & it was only the excellent support & teaching that got me through. Would highly recommend Fortress Learning.

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Your Course Journey

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Weeks 1 - 4: Knowledge

For both TAEDEL405 and TAEASS404. Here, you will begin learning what it means to facilitate and assess using online learning platforms. Total assessments due = 2.

Weeks 5-11: Skills Part A

For both TAEDEL405 and TAEASS404. You'll plan, organise and facilitate 2 sessions of 30 minutes of online training to a group of 3 learners.

Weeks 5-11: Skills Part B

During this training, you will also assess the 3 candidates using both synchronous and asynchronous assessment activities. Total assessments due = 1

Week 12 : Review and Finalise

The final week will be a period for you to review and finalise any outstanding work, and act as a buffer, just in case you need it before your successful graduation!

Virtual Live Classroom Workshop Calendar

Workshop 1

Workshop 2

Workshop 3

Apr 8th - 12th

Apr 15th - 19th

Apr 29th - 2nd May

May 13th - 17th

May 20th - 24th

May 27th - 30th

Jun 17th - 21st

Jun 24th - 28th

Jul 1st - 4th

A Brighter Future With Fortress

According to the NCVER  in their Australian vocational education and training statistics VET student outcomes report for 2022, the national average statistic for students who said that they "experienced improved employment status after completing their VET training", was 65%.

Compare this to the students who did their training with Fortress Learning, and a whopping 83.3% of our students said that they received an improved employment status after completing their studies. That's an increase of over 27% compared to the National Average!

Not All TAE Trainings Are Created Equally!

Of course, you can pay less money for your training, but just be aware that it's highly unlikely that you will get everything that you need... Plain and simple.

In order to give you the level of training AND support that you'll need to succeed, there's no way that anyone can afford to do it at such low prices (unless they intend to hit you with an up-sell later).

We all wish that the saying "you get what you pay for" wasn't real, but there's a reason why we all still say it!

Frequently Asked Questions

What Units Are Included In This Skill Set?

TAEDEL405 Plan, Organise and Facilitate Online Learning

1. Plan and Organise Online Learning Environment for Delivery of Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning Activities


  • Establish learning objectives and determine online learning activities that meet them
  • Identify individual learner characteristics to inform effective planning
  • Identify and organise required support for foundation skill, learning and technical needs within the scope of own role; and make necessary reasonable adjustments and/or access specialist support where required
  • Develop or customise delivery plan for online learning activities to reflect learning theories and principles and suit learning needs
  • Access and confirm technical requirements for online learning environment according to organisational policies and procedures
  • Access and confirm communication channels and online learning resources and materials are suitable for learners



2. Introduce and Establish Online Learning


  • Introduce learner to online learning environment and discuss and clarify learning objectives and protocols
  • Establish online relationship with learner and confirm learner access to and engagement with online environment, delivery strategies and communication methods, and scheduled synchronous learning events
  • Identify and establish practices and methods that provide a safe and inclusive environment for learners undertaking online learning activities



3. Facilitate Online Learning


  • Use digital tools and communication channels to facilitate learning according to delivery plan and learner needs
  • Select and use facilitation practices and methods that support learner engagement and progress
  • Use or access support mechanisms to address any technological challenges or issues
  • Provide opportunities for interaction, collaboration, feedback, and practice in the online learning experience



4. Support Online Learning


  • Review and document learner participation and progress according to delivery plan and organisational processes, policies and procedures
  • Provide input, support and guidance relating to online learning environment as required to meet learner needs and ensure a safe and inclusive environment
  • Maintain, store and secure learner records according to organisational policies and procedures and regulatory requirements



5. Review Online Learning Processes


  • Seek learner feedback on online learning experience and outcomes according to organisational procedures
  • Review own performance as an online learning facilitator and effectiveness of online facilitation, and record review outcomes
  • Discuss identified improvement opportunities and needs with required personnel, and action agreed changes according to organisational procedures

(Source from the Training.gov.au website - https://training.gov.au/TrainingComponentFiles/TAE/TAEDEL405_R1.pdf)

TAEASS404 Assess Competence in an Online Environment

1. Prepare to Assess in Online Environment


  • Review purpose and requirements of assessment against learning outcomes
  • Source and interpret plan for online assessment and confirm it meets identified need and applicable organisational policies and procedures, and confirm with required personnel as required
  • Access information, digital resources, electronic applications and communication channels required for assessment
  • Confirm technology, digital tools and assessment conditions required to conduct online assessment activities
  • Ensure candidate/s have clear understanding of technology requirements for assessment, and where required explain, discuss and agree on details of planned online assessment and candidate’s digital needs
  • Identify and organise required support for foundation skill, assessment and technical needs within scope of own role; and access specialist support where required


2. Administer Online Assessment


  • Confirm that authentication of candidate identity and security requirements are in place according to plan
  • Progressively gather and record authentic evidence using required methods and tools and according to plan, organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • Troubleshoot any technological challenges or issues that arise within scope of own role, and escalate where required
  • Make necessary and reasonable adjustments to assessment process in relation to any candidate support needs
  • Facilitate two-way communication with candidate/s being assessed as required and according to regulatory requirements


3. Make Assessment Decision of Evidence Submitted Online


  • Review collected evidence and confirm it meets rules of evidence
  • Make and record assessment decision based on collected evidence and according to principles of assessment and organisational policies and procedures
  • Inform required parties of assessment decision, or confirm decision notification, according to organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • Facilitate clear and constructive two-way feedback with candidate/s regarding assessment process and decision, and clearly document any required follow-up


4. Finalise Online Assessment Process


  • Record and store assessment outcomes according to online assessment system, organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • Review online assessment process and seek feedback from candidate/s and required personnel, recording any relevant technological challenges or issues
  • Identify opportunities for future improvements and make any necessary adjustments for future assessment delivery or advise required personnel as necessary

(Source from the Training.gov.au website - https://training.gov.au/TrainingComponentFiles/TAE/TAEASS404_R1.pdf)

How Long Will This Course Take?

The enrolment period for this course is 3 months, which is ample time for the average student who can only study part-time and outside normal working hours, to complete all of the work and assessments in this course. It just requires regular study hours and reaching out for help if and when you need it.

Can This Course Be Counted Towards The Full Cert IV?

Yes! If you choose to do the full Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) at some point in the future, the units in this course are a direct credit transfer across so you wouldn't have to repeat them. AND we reduce the cost of your Cert IV course cost for every unit we can tick off via a credit transfer. BONUS!

How Do I Access The Learning Material?

Once your enrolment is finalised, this is when you are set up with a login to your Learner Portal. An email is sent with everything you need to have and know to get started and inside the Learner Portal is a video introduction that will show you how to navigate around it.

Inside the learner portal you'll find all of your units listed in a logical order, with all lessons in PDF's and videos, broken down into smaller chunks with comprehensive assessment guides to make it as easy as possible to know what you need to do to complete them right the first time. And as you complete each item, they are marked as complete so you can easily see where you're up to when you next log in.

What Is Involved In The Enrolment Interview?

You’ll be sent to a booking page just after making your deposit payment, to book your enrolment interview and a confirmation email will be sent to you with the details of everything you need to have prepared for that interview.

The interview can be booked on the same day but there is a minimum of a 4 hour gap from applying to being able to do the enrolment interview, this is so you have time to get prepared.

HEADS UP: You will need your USI (Student Identifier) before you get to your interview.

This is done via Google Meet where you can ask any additional questions and clear up anything you’re not sure of before enrolling. This is also where we both get to make sure you have chosen the right course pathway and support package for what you really need.

During the interview we’ll conduct a "Suitability Assessment". This is a series questions that will help us determine if you can meet the technical, practical and skill requirements needed for you to be able to confidently complete this course online.

The technical requirements are things like having regular computer access as well as knowledge and confidence navigating things like email, logins and websites. The practical questions are to make sure you have access to the human and physical resources you need to complete the assessments in your course.

We will ask additional questions about your goals, your online experience and comfort level in learning online, your learning ability plus your availability to study.This is all to make sure you're in the right course and set up to succeed before enrolling formally. This gives you more confidence that you can absolutely get all the way to graduation.

If the course is found to be unsuitable for you, your deposit (including the enrolment interview fee of $150) will be fully refunded. If you don't show up for your enrolment interview or if you change your mind after the interview within the 7 day cooling off period, the enrolment fee is not refunded.

What Happens If This Course Is Determined As Not Suitable For Me?

If during your Enrolment Interview we discover this course is not suitable for you, we’ll offer other alternative solutions or refund all fees paid, including the $150 deposit.

What If I Need To Take a Break From Studying?

The flexibility of our online approach means that if you need to take a break from studying, we’ve got that covered too.

We offer the option to defer (pause) your studies. Whilst you are deferred, your enrolment is inactive, and we pause your enrolment duration. Then, when you are reactivated from deferment, you pick up exactly where you left off and carry on.

Here is what you need to know about deferring:

  • You can defer a maximum of two times. The first deferment is free. The second deferment has a $45 fee.
  • Payment plans continue on deferment, and your payments must be up to date before we can defer you.
  • You won’t have access to your trainer or learning platform while you’re status is “deferred”.
  • If you have at least 6 weeks remaining in your enrolment, you can defer for up to 3 months. After that, you can defer for twice the amount of time remaining in your enrolment (for example, if you have 1 week left in your enrolment, you can defer for 2 weeks.)

The most important thing is to contact us if your enrolment isn’t working out as you had planned, so that we can offer you the best support options as and when you need them.

Why Choose Fortress?

We know that right now you probably “need” to do this training and you’re looking for fast and easy so it’s relatively painless for you. We get it, so we’ve spent more time on our end making it as straightforward for you as possible, and finding ways to do our part more efficiently so we’re not the bottleneck!

  1. We have one of the fastest marking times in the industry – We know that when you start something like this, you want to get through it as fast as possible and marking times can significantly impact how fast you can do it. You’ll get your assessments back within 4 business days with us (except with the Standard Support Package, which is 4 – 8 business days max), and then the speed with which you get to graduation is mostly up to you.
  2. Our learning material is first-class in clarity and comprehensiveness, and is as close to what you’ll find in real life! We do this so you’re more confident and skilled when you start working as an actual trainer.
  3. Our support and responsiveness are why we have such a high completion rate. We’ll respond to your emails within 8 business hours, and if we miss your call, we’ll call you back within 4 business hours. Our trainers are also known for their compassion, wisdom and ability to get you all the way to graduation.

Don't believe what we say though, check out our reviews on Google and Trustpilot - See what others have said about learning with us!

Do You Have Flexible Payment Options?

We offer flexible payment options for every course.

You can pay in full and upfront, but you can also pay a deposit (which includes the $150 non-refundable enrolment interview fee), and choose a fortnightly or weekly payment plan. When you select "Enrol", you will see the various packages available for your course, and once you select the package you want, you will be presented with the various payment options.

If you want to go back and see another package and their payment plan options, just hit "back".

Can I Get a Refund If I Change My Mind?

Upon Application:

  • If you are found not to be suitable for entry into any of our programs, we will refund all monies paid.
  • If you choose not to continue with the enrolment interview or application, we will refund monies paid, excluding the $150 application fee.

After Enrolment:

  • Fortress has a 7-day cooling-off period.
  • This 7-day cooling-off period starts from the activation of your learner portal.  For example, if your learner portal is activated on March 1st, the 7-day cooling-off period ends on March 8th
  • If you choose to withdraw within the 7 days cooling-off period, then a full refund of fees paid(excluding the application fee of $150) applies.
  • If you choose to withdraw at any time after the 7-day cooling-off period ends, no refund is applicable, and the full balance of course fees will be due.

Please refer to our Refund Policy here for additional information.

Why Is There a Non-Refundable Fee Included In The Deposit?

When you will pay your deposit it includes your $150 non-refundable enrolment interview fee. This covers the cost of the behind-the-scenes work and time taken to prepare and run the interview itself because it is a cost to us. It's also not fair to others who could have booked an earlier time with us when people just don't show up.

We do the enrolment interview to make sure that the course is the right course for you, and that you have all of the resources and the time you will need to complete it successfully (baring any unexpected events that could impact it) BEFORE you actually enrol. We have saved many students money, time and frustration by having this interview and discovering that it's unlikely they will complete it successfully for some reason. We are invested in your success from the start.

If the course isn't suitable for you for whatever reason, you will be refunded the whole amount of your deposit, including your $150 enrolment interview fee. If you simply don't show up, the $150 enrolment interview fee won't be refunded should you choose not to go ahead for other reasons.

If an emergency happens and you can’t let us know you won’t be able to make it for some reason, we’re generous when it matters most so there are circumstances where this enrolment interview fee will also be refunded, but this is only on a case by case basis.

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ONLY AVAILABLE FOR EXPERIENCED ONLINE LEARNERS WHO WON'T NEED EXTRA SUPPORT

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Facebook peer support group

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Regular check-ins

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Solo
If you're a confident lone-wolf learner who's super comfy learning online, then this is your ideal option. It's fully self-directed with no trainer support included because you've got this!
From $700
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MOST POPULAR: This is your support-included option! Very few actually finish the course going solo so we've got you covered with plenty of 1:1 trainer time to get you to graduation.
From $850
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This is your whole enchilada: all the guidance you could possibly ask for and the package that offers the highest amount of support to get you to graduation because we're in this together!
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