Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Develop or update the skills you need for a successful career in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. This latest version of the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment will empower you to be an effective vocational Trainer and Assessor. If you’re aiming to break into the VET industry, or if you’re an experienced trainer looking to update their TAE, this course could be a good fit for you.
Plus, when you study at ACBI, you’ll enjoy access a bonus short course in AI ethics.
Key learning outcomes
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Key benefits of studying this course
- Enjoy engaging, flexible online training – When you study your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment at ACBI, you’ll gain access to over 90 hours of learning content and online resources
- Build your understanding of the latest RTO standards – Develop your understanding of the 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations and what these new standards mean in regard to training and assessing students
- Build complementary skills and knowledge in AI – Develop your understanding of AI technologies, including their benefits, ethical challenges and potential to be used positively by trainers and students alike, with ACBI’s bonus AI ethics course
- Be supported to succeed – Enjoy access to high-quality student and academic support, including regular Zoom support sessions. From guiding you through assessment questions to helping you understand key VET concepts, ACBI is here to support your learning journey
- Gain multiple credentials along the way – As you complete modules in your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, you’ll gain various TAE skill sets
- Get the latest TAE qualification that employers want – Whether you’re aiming to work at a TAFE, private Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or as a trainer within a company, you’ll gain the most up-to-date qualification that employers look for
- Learn from experienced trainers – When you study with ACBI, you’ll learn from dedicated trainers who hold a wealth of training and industry experience
- 1 March 2026
- 1 April 2026
- 1 May 2026
Course content
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Trainer and Assessor
$90K
Trainer and Assessors are responsible for teaching adult students. They may train students within a TAFE or private Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or train a business’s employees.
Learning and Development Specialist
$110K
Learning and Development Specialists are responsible for creating training programs that improve the skills of an organisation’s employees. They deliver training that use a variety of adult learning methods and address important skill gaps.
Learning consultant
$100K
Learning Consultants advise companies and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) on their training programs. They may provide recommendations on a range of areas relating to course content, training delivery, trainer resources and more.
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Entry requirements
FAQs
When you study your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment with ACBI, you’ll gain access to a range of online learning content and resources that you can work through in your own time. Alongside this, you’ll be supported by regular Zoom sessions where you can collaborate with other learners and gain insights from an experienced VET trainer.
ACBI’s Certificate IV in Training and Assessment has been structured so that you’ll complete five modules:
- Module 1: Operate in the VET Sector
- Module 2: Deliver Vocational Training
- Module 3: Assess and Validate
- Module 4: Online Training and Assessment
- Module 5: Mentor in the Workplace
You’ll also get access to an optional short course in AI ethics. Watch this video to learn more about this bonus course.
ACBI’s Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is designed to be studied flexibly online. When you enrol in the course, our academic team will provide you with a recommended study plan for completing the five modules. You’ll have one year to complete your five modules.
Depending on your unique situation, you may be able to complete your qualification sooner. For example, some of ACBI’s domestic students complete their qualifications in 9 months or less. For more advice on studying this course, connect with one of our helpful Course Advisors.
- Professionals and business owners with industry experience who are looking to expand into having a rewarding casual or part-time VET role
- People who are looking to transition into a fulfilling career in the vocational education sector, such as by becoming a full-time Trainer and Assessor
- Casual trainers and teachers looking to formalise their experience and gain the skills they need to assess students’ assessments
- Experienced trainers looking to undertake professional development and gain the latest TAE qualification
When you choose to study a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment at ACBI you’ll enjoy:
- Excellent student support: Be supported throughout your student journey. From study plans to interactive online sessions, you’ll be supported to successfully complete your qualification.
- Being taught by experienced trainers: Our trainers have a wealth of both industry and teaching experience. You’ll gain valuable tips and insights into the Australian vocational industry, including real world examples of facilitating training.
- Opportunities to build your AI skills: Build your understanding of AI technologies and how they can be used through the complementary AI ethics short course.
- Options to further your professional development: Choose from a range of additional qualifications after completing your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, including leadership, project management, digital marketing, sustainability, IT, design or WHS. Gaining a vocational qualification in your area of expertise can update your skills and open opportunities to teach and assess that qualification.
- Flexible online study options: ACBI’s online delivery is designed to help you complete your qualification around your work and life commitments.
If you have existing training experience or hold a TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, you may be able to gain Credit Transfer (CT) or Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) for some units of competency. For advice on CT and RPL customised to your unique situation, connect with a Course Advisor.
This course has been approved by Services Australia for Youth Allowance and Austudy Centrelink payments for eligible domestic students.
For more details, please refer to the Services Australia website.
We do. When you study at ACBI, you can choose to pay upfront or with a flexible payment plan. For advice on what options might best suit your individual situation, connect with a Course Advisor.
Yes, you can! Combining the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment with another qualification is an excellent way to boost your skills and make yourself more attractive to employers. You can apply to enrol in two or more qualifications at ACBI, studying one after the other. Simply select your desired courses when completing the online application form.
We recommend packaging the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment with one or more of the following courses:
- Diploma of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
- Diploma of Leadership and Management
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