Policy Statement

Asset Training recognises the value and importance of training and assessment that meets standards that result in gaining nationally recognised qualifications or statement of attainments. We have a strong commitment to ensuring we offer training and assessment that meets or exceeds industry standards, complies with regulations and produces desired results for individuals and for clients.  

As a part of our commitment to quality and compliance, Asset Training implements assessment validation processes for all programs delivered within its’ scope of registration. Assessment validation is an integral part of Asset Trainings compliance and continuous improvement processes. The purpose is to evaluate and ensure training and assessment is conducted in accordance within the Principles of Assessment and that decisions made about competency are based on the Rules of Evidence consistently producing valid assessment judgements.  

Our validation system ensures that all training and assessment products complies with the requirements of the relevant training package and the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015  

Each training product (AQF qualification, skill set, unit of competency, accredited course and module) on our Scope of Registration are validated by qualified Trainer and Assessors, Key stakeholders and independent subject matter experts (SME) to ensure our practices align to current methods, industry requirements and performance expectations for the workplace.  

Procedures

Asset Trainings Assessment process ensures:

• Assessment tools are appropriately aligned with training package units of competency and learning outcomes are assessed in accordance with industry expectations.
• All assessment tools are mapped to a competency mapping matrix.
• Assessment guidelines are developed to support consistent practices by assessors based on the principles of Valid, Fair, Reliable and Flexible assessment.
• Evidence guidelines are developed to support consistent practices by assessors based on the rules of Valid, Authentic, Current and sufficient evidence gathered to make a judgement on competency.

• Feedback is provided to, and obtained from participants, facilitators, assessors and clients
• Clients, and industry organisations are consulted in developing and reviewing assessment tools and activities

Assessment processes include recognition of prior learning (RPL), verification of current competence (VOC), workplace and on-the-job assessments, simulated assessments, face-to-face course assessments, online and E-Learning in conjunction with written assignments, tests, oral presentations, practical demonstrations and role plays.

Audit/Evaluation

This policy and procedure will be reviewed annually or more frequently if changes to legislation/regulations occur that may impact on the integrity of the information contained in this document.

Related Documentation

AT0364 VAL Verification of Validation Tool 2021 09 24  

AT0365 VAL Training Product Validation Schedule 2021 08 19  

AT0366 VAL Assessment Validation Instructions 2021 08 26  

AT0367 VAL Validation Toolkit 2021 08 26  

AT0368 VAL Validator Competency Verification From 2021 08 26

Responsibility

It shall be the responsibility of the Chief Executive Officer and Training Centre Manager to ensure that the requirements of this policy are complied with. This policy shall be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that it continues to comply with relevant state or federal legislation or regulation.