TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Next intake
February 2025Location
Geelong City CampusOnline
Werribee Princes Campus
Duration
Full-time: 6 MonthsPart-time: 12 Months
Online
Werribee Princes Campus
Part-time: 12 Months
Course description
This course will allow you to deliver training and assessment in the vocational education and training sector or deliver accredited training in the workplace.
After completing the course, you will have gained knowledge on how to perform competency-based assessments, develop learning programs based on national training packages, deliver presentations, train groups and individuals in the workplace, and address learners' language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
Please note: This course qualifies you to teach for a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or in workplace. This course does not qualify you to teach in a University, or as a primary or secondary school as a teacher.
Information sessions
5:00pm
Auditorium (H1.03)
Geelong City
Possible career outcomes
- Industry trainer and/or assessor
- Vocational Education and Training (VET) trainer and assessor
- Training advisor or training needs analyst
Applications & attendance
How to apply
- Follow our instructions for how to apply for a course.
- Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.
If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 February Geelong City Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 1 Feb 2025 |
Class Night | Part Time Wednesday Night On Campus 5 pm to 9 pm | Apply |
| 2025 February Geelong City Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 1 Feb 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Friday Day On Campus 9 am to 1 pm | Apply |
| 2025 February Online |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 1 Feb 2025 |
Class Night | Part Time Tuesday Night 5pm - 9pm | Apply |
| 2025 February Werribee Princes Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 1 Feb 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Tuesday Day On Campus 9 am to 1 pm | Apply |
Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.
Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.
An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course.
Many courses have limited spots and may fill quickly, so apply early and ensure your application is fully completed, as only successful applicants will receive offers, issued as soon as possible. If numbers are low, intakes or courses may be cancelled.
Additional attendance information
This program is offered as either:
- a 12-month part-time program with day or evening classes offered face-to-face in a classroom or online via Zoom
- a six-month intensive program delivered as a full day per week online via Zoom
Students are required to complete 10-20 hours per week of self-paced study and evaluation exercises outside of class (dependent on study mode). This will also differ according to the student’s level of knowledge and experience.
Entrance requirements
- Applicants are expected to have literacy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 4 and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate vocational competency in their proposed teaching and assessing area. Vocational competency is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience, and may include, but is not limited to, holding a relevant unit of competency or qualification.
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
Personal Learning Requirements
There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.
Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.
Pre-training review
Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Assess competence | TAEASS412 | 50 |
| Design and develop plans for vocational training | TAEDES412 | 60 |
| Facilitate vocational training | TAEDEL411 | 45 |
| Participate in assessment validation | TAEASS413 | 50 |
| Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs | TAEDES411 | 25 |
| Work effectively in the VET sector | TAEPDD401 | 40 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Assess competence in an online environment | TAEASS404 | 40 |
| Facilitate workplace-based learning | TAEDEL412 | 25 |
| Make presentations | BSBCMM411 | 30 |
| Plan, organise and facilitate online learning | TAEDEL405 | 40 |
| Provide work skill instruction | TAEDEL311 | 40 |
| Use foundation skills resources, strategies and advice | TAELLN422 | 30 |
Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.
Assessment is based on:
- Face-to-Face – On Campus
- Online self-paced delivery
Fees
This course is eligible for Free TAFE!
Eligible Victorian students who elect to use their Free TAFE opportunity will not incur any tuition fees. Material and resources fees still apply. Follow the link for further information and to check the eligibility criteria.
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession Tuition | AUD $2.19 | per hour | 475 | AUD $1,040.00 | AUD $3,430.00 |
| Standard Tuition | AUD $10.95 | per hour | 475 | AUD $5,201.00 | AUD $3,430.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $18.50 | per hour | 475 | AUD $8,788.00 |
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resources | AUD $540.00 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Education Levy | AUD $71.25 | Charged at enrolment | |||
All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.
Which fee will I pay?
Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.
Fee help
Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.
Further study options
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.