This is an extra special program for current VET professionals only. If you are a TAFE/VET High School teacher, current lead TAE trainer and assessor, or training manager, you have current plus several years of experience AND you hold either the TAE40110, TAE40116 or a Bachelor of Education, then this may be your best pathway and how you can get your TAE40122 as efficiently as possible.
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What's Included in This Course...
This is for anyone who is currently working in the VET sector as a trainer and assessor, a lead trainer and assessor, a VET teacher in a high school or teaching TAFE, who may be working as training manager, and has numerous years of experience. This would mean that you also currently hold the Cert IV in Training and Assessment TAE40110 or TAE40116, or a Bachelor of Education.
This isn't for anyone who doesn't hold one of the above qualifications and who isn't currently working in one of the above roles, or hasn't been working in the VET sector for a number of years. If you have had a lengthy break but hold the Cert IV TAE40116 qualification, you should look at the Cert IV TAE40122 Upgrade course, and if you are a high school teacher that isn't qualified to teach VET courses yet, look at the VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set (TAESS00024).
If you aren't sure if you are eligible to enrol in this course, speak to one of our Course Advisors.
Before you start your course, you must submit your existing qualifications to us via email. These can include your TAE40116 your TAE40110 Cert IV Transcripts along with anything else that you feel might be recognised (such as Diploma Transcripts or other Cert III or IV Qualifications you have completed).
We will then analyse these qualifications and select the best 12 units for your course (this will likely include some credit transfer as well).
You will then only complete your RPL Statement and Third Party Reports for the units that are NOT awarded via Credit Transfer, further reducing your course workload.
Our RPL process is different to many out there. Most RPL processes require copious amounts of writing on top of submitting loads of documented proof which we find painful, and we know students do too. So because you are experienced and have lots of skills and knowledge, we won’t make you jump through hoops.
Here is our 5-step process to a smooth RPL pathway to gain your TAE40122 qualification.
You know how most companies with RPL make you fill out endless forms, requiring you to write copious amounts of information, then upload long lists of evidence documents only to play email ping-pong for days/weeks to fill in gaps or clarify? Ugh! This is why we opted to add an actual conversation.
You provide the written information and evidence for us to gauge your competence, and then instead of email ping-pong, we do a verbal knowledge assessment in our Competency Conversation. No long email threads and endless writing sagas!
Plus, by the end of our call you'll know if you've nailed it. Isn't that better?
After making your deposit payment, you’ll be sent to a booking page to book your enrolment interview. A confirmation email will then be sent to you with everything you need to prepare 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.
You will also be required to complete a Personal Learning Plan (PLP) which can be done one of 2 ways:
Your interview is done via Google Meet or phone (if preferred). This means that you can ask additional questions before enrolling and clarify anything you’re unsure of. We also 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 series of questions will help us determine whether you can meet the technical, practical, and skill requirements needed to confidently complete this course online.
The technical requirements include regular computer access, knowledge, and confidence in navigating email, logins, and websites. The practical questions ensure 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 ensure you're in the right course and ready 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 $150 enrolment interview fee) will be fully refunded. However, the enrolment fee is not refunded if you don't show up for your enrolment interview or change your mind after the interview within the 30-day cooling-off period.
Once we have validated your certificate and transcripts, we'll mark the corresponding unit as completed via credit transfer.
The unit in your LMS Portal will be updated to show as completed, and no further work will be required by you for that unit. We will then credit $200 towards your course fee per unit that is completed via credit transfer.
For any units that can't be completed via credit transfer or RPL, you'll be required to complete the coursework and assessments the same way any new student does.
You could, but this pathway is extremely difficult if your experience isn't current. In order to satisfy the assessment criteria, the evidence presented needs to be comprehensive, and if you're no longer working in an RTO, it's unlikely you'll be able to access and produce the documentation you require.
Anyone who has been working in the industry recently or currently, will find it really easy to complete. It would be best to speak to our Course Advisors about your experience to know for sure if this is doable for you.
Because you will have a unique journey to your Cert IV TAE40122, we need you to answer a detailed questionnaire (survey) to find out exactly which units we can do a credit transfer to complete, which units you can do via an RPL kit and which units are left over and need you to do course work to complete.
The survey is how we work out what your Personal Learning Plan will be, which is a list of all of the units that will make up your Cert IV and how you will complete each one. Your Learner Portal will then be set up using your personal learning plan so when you log in, you will see the RPL kits for the units we've confirmed you can do RPL for, the course work modules will be there for the units you still need to complete fully and any units already completed via credit transfer will be marked as done.
If you have lots of evidence of training and assessment qualifications from a different country like NZ, UK etc you may be eligible for RPL using the Training and Assessment Qualifications held from those countries.
However, because the TAE40122 Cert IV TAE teaches and assesses the design/delivery/assessment and validation of Australian qualifications and uses nationally recognised Australian training frameworks such as the AQF, you would need to be able to show that you have experience training and assessing Australian qualifications as well.
So if you work in Australia as a trainer and assessor, you would certainly be eligible for RPL. If you have never worked in Australia, it would be challenging to provide current evidence of having done these things.
There will be a link in your portal to book a 30-minute block with a trainer as you need help. Trainers generally have availability each day so if you need a session asap, book early in the day for that afternoon. However, some trainers have varied availability so if you want to stick with a particular trainer, just be aware that they may have a slightly longer wait time to book in, but you can book with any other trainer if you need help fast.
We've found that most students understand the learning material but have questions about their assessments and deciding on certain aspects of it, and occasionally struggle understanding a concept (particularly when trying to learn while overwhelmed with life in general, which happens to us all), so 30 minutes is ample time to discuss, clarify, plan and decide whatever needs to be decided.
You have unlimited hours included in your package, so you can use this time if you're not sure how to get started, if you're having trouble with completing any of the tasks or even navigating the learner portal. You may decide to even set up a regular check in with a trainer for ongoing accountability, or you can use them only when you need help. It's entirely up to you!
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.
Once your enrolment is finalised, you are set up with a login to your Learner Portal. An email with everything you need to know to get started is sent, and inside the Learner Portal is a video introduction that will show you how to navigate it.
Inside the learner portal, you'll find all of your units listed in a logical order, with all lessons in PDFs 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. 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.
We want to make sure that you are the right fit for us and we are the right fit for you. Here are a few things for you to consider:
During your Enrolment Interview, before you are able to complete the enrolment form, our student support team member will guide you through a verbal conversation regarding suitability.
The Suitability assessment consists of different questions that will address the technical requirements of the program, such as required IT and digital literacy skills. We will also make sure you have access to the human and physical resources you need for the practical requirement of your course.
This ensures that you are placed in the right course for you before you enrol formally.
If for some reason, during your Enrolment Interview, we discover that based on the suitability responses you give, you cannot continue with the enrolment, we will offer other alternative solutions or refund your fees paid including the enrolment interview fee.
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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Brendan
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May 28, 2024
I recently completed my Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in Training and Assessment Education (TAE) through Fortress Learning, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, the process was seamless and well-organized. The support team was incredibly responsive and helpful, guiding me through each step with patience and clarity. The assessors at Fortress Learning are highly knowledgeable and provided valuable feedback that was both constructive and encouraging. Their expertise in the TAE field is evident, and their dedication to helping students succeed is truly commendable. What stood out the most was their tailored approach to my RPL application. They recognized my prior experience and skills, ensuring that the assessment process was relevant and fair. The resources provided were comprehensive and greatly aided in my understanding of the requirements. Overall, Fortress Learning has exceeded my expectations with its professional and supportive approach. I highly recommend their RPL services to anyone seeking to advance their TAE qualifications. Thank you, Fortress Learning, for an outstanding educational experience!
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May 28, 2024
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Sean Kelly
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AU
November 29, 2022
Quality TAE RPL assessment is difficult. That's why lesser RTOs avoid it. I tried to negotiate a realistic RPL pathway with two other well-known TAE providers before settling on Fortress. I'm an experienced TAE assessor myself; I was impressed by their commitment to rigorously observing the standards while being flexible enough to capture genuine evidence. I was not only impressed with the service they provided me, I am confident that any colleague or potential employee of mine that is certified through Fortress genuinely has met the standards (and not just benefitted from the "tick and flick" approach of some providers). I have no association with Fortress but I would recommend them to any TAE professional seeking to upgrade their qualifications.
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Alyce J
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AU
May 22, 2024
Thank you Fortress Learning! The whole experience, from my initial enquiries to enrolment and actual study, was amazing. All staff were so helpful and responsive, including the trainers. Their feedback on assessment tasks was detailed and encouraging. I would absolutely recommend their RPL options for gaining a Certificate
Date of experience:
May 21, 2024
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Steve D
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AU
May 27, 2024
Fortress made my RPL really easy. Advised me exactly what I needed to provide as evidence to reach my desired outcome. Quick assessment of my skills and experience to finalise my upgrade. Thanks Fortress team.
Date of experience:
May 20, 2024
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Alison L
1
AU
May 16, 2023
From the very first phone call, Fortress Learning had fantastic communication and straightforward processes. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing to go through the RPL and credit transfer process. They made the whole process so simple and stress free. Emails were normally responded to on the same day, and the giant portfolio I submitted was reviewed and marked within the week. Thank you to Jon, Odeza, Emma and everyone else involved.
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Daniel Hart
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AU
August 30, 2023
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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Peter Mack
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AU
October 01, 2022
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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Ruzica Cvit
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AU
January 16, 2023
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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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!
