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TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Course Details

Course Summary

Successful completion of the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment will enable you to develop and improve on your existing skills to further understand unpacking, developing and delivering training packages to individuals, groups and organisations. CQUniversity offer a world class course that guides you step by step through these processes, enhancing employment opportunities, professional development and advancement within your own organisation.

Entry Requirements

Students undertaking this course must be able to demonstrate vocational competency in their proposed teaching and assessment area. Vocational competency is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience and may include, but not limited to, holding a relevant unit of competency or qualification.

Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $3,130.00 (2021)
Fee for service per unit $313.00 (2021)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Education and Humanities
Skill Area
  • General Education and Training
AQF Level Level 4: Certificate IV

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

This qualification reflects the roles of individuals delivering training and assessment services in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. Possible Career Titles include Enterprise Trainer, Registered Training Organisation Trainer, Training Adviser or Training Needs Analyst, Vocational Education Teacher

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 9 core units
  2. Complete 1 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Mixed Mode courses are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools and/or workshops.
  • Online courses are delivered using online resources only.
  • On-campus courses are delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching at CQUniversity campuses.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details , including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Please select a course structure from the options below:
Full Qualification

This qualification is delivered via our online platform, Moodle, for a period of 34 weeks.

The delivery of this qualification is divided into four clusters of units, each cluster has a study duration of 20 weeks, and is delivered concurrently.

Typically, students would take at least 34 weeks to complete the program if they enrolled into the continuous schedule of face to face zoom sessions.

  • Online
  • RPL/RCC/Credit
Design Cluster

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • Define the parameters of the learning program
  • Work within the VET policy framework
  • Develop program content
  • Design the structure of the learning program
  • Select appropriate training package or accredited course
  • Analyse and interpret the qualifications framework
  • Contextualise units and modules for client applications
  • Analyse and interpret assessment information
TAEDES401 Design and develop learning programs More Information Training.gov Details
TAEDES402 Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs More Information Training.gov Details
Literacy & Numeracy Unit

In this Unit, you will learn about the following topics:

  • Analyse Language Literacy and Numeracy requirements
  • Select and use resources and strategies to address LLN skill requirements
  • Use specialist LLN support where required
  • Evaluate effectiveness of learning support and assessment strategies in addressing LLN requirements
TAELLN411 Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills More Information Training.gov Details
Delivery Cluster

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • Interpret learning environment and delivery requirements
  • Establish effective work environment for learning
  • Prepare session plans and resources for delivery
  • Deliver and facilitate training sessions
  • Support and monitor learning
  • Develop a work-based learning pathway
  • Establish the learning-facilitation relationship
  • Implement the work-based learning pathway
  • Maintain, develop and evaluate the learning-facilitation relationship
  • Prepare, deliver and review a presentation
BSBCMM401 Make a presentation More Information Training.gov Details
TAEDEL402 Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace More Information Training.gov Details
TAEDEL401 Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning More Information Training.gov Details
Assessment Cluster

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • Determine the assessment approach
  • Gather quality evidence
  • Prepare the assessment and plan
  • Identify modification and contextualisation requirements
  • Develop the assessment instruments
  • Support the candidate
  • Make the assessment decision
  • Record and report the assessment decision
  • Review the assessment process
  • Prepare for validation
  • Participate in the validation of assessment tools
  • Contribute to validation outcomes
  • Determine the focus and design of the assessment tool
  • Develop, review and trial the assessment tool
TAEASS403 Participate in assessment validation More Information Training.gov Details
TAEASS401 Plan assessment activities and processes More Information Training.gov Details
TAEASS502 Design and develop assessment tools More Information Training.gov Details
TAEASS402 Assess competence More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 TAEDES401 - Design and develop learning programs
1 TAEDES402 - Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs
2 TAELLN411 - Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills
3 BSBCMM401 - Make a presentation
3 TAEDEL402 - Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
3 TAEDEL401 - Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
4 TAEASS403 - Participate in assessment validation
4 TAEASS401 - Plan assessment activities and processes
4 TAEASS502 - Design and develop assessment tools
4 TAEASS402 - Assess competence


Upgrade from TAE40110

The upgrade course has been designed to be completed within 20 - 26 weeks.  

Assessment Cluster and the TAELLN411 unit are scheduled face to face zoom sessions over a period of 6 days.

Students have the capacity to complete the required training sooner depending on their experience and skills.

  • Online
  • RPL/RCC/Credit
Upgrade Units
Qualification upgrade students who have successfully completed TAE40110 who are wishing to upgrade their qualification to TAE40116 are to enrol into the following units: TAEASS401, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 and TAELLN411. Students will need to provide a copy of their TAE40110 qualification to their teacher upon enrolment.
TAEASS502 Design and develop assessment tools More Information Training.gov Details
TAEASS401 Plan assessment activities and processes More Information Training.gov Details
TAEASS403 Participate in assessment validation More Information Training.gov Details
TAELLN411 Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

For the following units, you may choose your own order of study, while taking into account pre-requisite requirements and the unit availability.
Unit Code Unit Name
TAEASS502 Design and develop assessment tools
TAEASS401 Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS403 Participate in assessment validation
TAELLN411 Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
RPL
Third Party Verification
Project
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?
Please view the more details information for any additional information related to this course.

Domestic 2019 Availabilities

Full Qualification

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Upgrade from TAE40110

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2020 Availabilities

Full Qualification

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Upgrade from TAE40110

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2021 Availabilities

Full Qualification

Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time

Upgrade from TAE40110

Online
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
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Enrolment Sequence

Please refer to the VET Course Planners for further details relating to the cluster enrolment sequence of this course.  New students must enrol into Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401 and TAEDEL402 before any other units of the qualification unless they are eligible for credit transfer of any unit/s completed prior. Continuing students enrol following VET Course Planner sequence.


Compulsory attendance requirements

All students are to attend the online zoom classes for each cluster of units, the zoom link is available on Moodle.


Scheduled classes for 2021 are 8.30 am to 4.30 pm:

February Zoom classes

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, February 1 to Wednesday, February 3

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, February 4

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, February 15 to Thursday, February 18

March Zoom classes

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, March 1 to Friday, March 5

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, March 15 to Wednesday, March 17

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, March 18

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, March 29 to Thursday, April 1

April Zoom classes

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, April 12 to Friday, April 16

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, April 27 to Wednesday, April 29

May Zoom classes

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Tuesday, April 4

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, May 10 to Thursday, May 13

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, May 24 to Friday, May 28

June Zoom classes

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, June 7 to Wednesday, June 9

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, June 10

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, June 21 to Thursday, June 24

July Zoom classes

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, July 5 to Friday, July 9

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, July 19 to Wednesday, July 21

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, July 22

August Zoom classes

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, August 2 to Thursday, August 5

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, August 16 to Friday, August 20

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, August 30 to Wednesday, September 1

September Zoom classes

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, September 2

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, September 13 to Thursday, September 16

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, September 27 to Friday, October 1

October Zoom classes

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, October 11 to Wednesday, October 13

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, October 14

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, October 25 to Thursday, October 28

November Zoom classes

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, November 8 to Friday, November 12

Design Cluster – Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402 Monday, November 22 to Wednesday, November 24

Unit TAELLN411 for continuing students only Thursday, November 25

December Zoom classes

Delivery Cluster for continuing students only– Units TAEDEL401, TAEDEL402, BSBCMM401 Monday, December 6 to Thursday, December 9

Assessment Cluster for continuing students only – Units TAEASS401, TAEASS402, TAEASS403, TAEASS502 Monday, December 17 to Friday, December 23

Resource requirements

All resources for this qualification are available online through Moodle with additional resources provided during the online zoom classes.