About Customisation

Can I customise products?

Training Packages can only be customised according to the customisation options outlined in each Training Package. If you are varying the competency mix of Training Package, you should check the qualification guidelines to ensure that your selection meets the competency requirements of the qualification level. Training authorities provide Training Package implementation guides that refer to the endorsed components. It is also possible to incorporate competency standards from two or more Training Packages to create a new qualification. However, the qualification still has to be accredited by the relevant State or Territory training authority. Support materials can be customised where the copyright owner provides permission. The individual product will provide information on user rights on the imprint page (reverse page of the title page).

What is the Australian Quality Training Framework?

The Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) is a set of nationally agreed standards that ensures the high quality of vocational education and training services in Australia. The AQTF evolved from the original Australian Recognition Framework (ARF) that underwent revision during 2000 and 2001. On 8 June 2001, Ministers renamed the framework to the Australian Quality Training Framework. The name was changed to reflect the increased emphasis on quality in the national vocational education and training system. There are two sets of standards under the AQTF; Standards for Registered Training Organisations and Standards for State and Territory Registering and Course Accrediting Bodies.

To find out more about the Australian vocational education and training system, check out the Back to Basics booklet

or see www.training.com.au

What is a Training Package?

Training Packages are a set of nationally endorsed standards and qualifications for recognising and assessing people's skills in a specific industry sector. Along with the 'packaging' of units of competency, they contain assessment guidelines for the award of the qualification and the full set of competencies. Training Packages are developed by industry through the Industry Skills Councils (ISC's) or by enterprises to meet the identified training needs of specific industries or industry sectors. The group of competencies for that industry are then endorsed by Commonwealth, State and Territory Governments and approved for use throughout Australia. Training Packages consist of competency standards, assessment guidelines and qualifications. They do not include support materials such as learning strategies, assessment resources and professional development materials, nor do they state how training is to be delivered or the final assessment methodology. You can search for units of competency at the National Training Information Service.

How do I implement Training Packages?

There are a number of implementation guides available free of charge to provide implementation information on qualifications included in the Training Package, registration processes, correlation of course information from older courses or earlier versions, sample training programs, industry licensing programs, and contacts and resources.

How can I get my materials noted?

The Quality Assurance Information Kit describes the quality assurance processes and requirements to be applied in the development and evaluation of Training Package support materials.

Where can I find out more about copyright?

The copyright owner is identified by the © symbol and is usually found inside the front cover or initial pages of the material. The TVET Product Services website catalogue will always provide details of the copyright owner. Materials which are copyright to the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) and to the Department of Education Science and Technology (DEST) will provide information on the inside cover or initial pages on the rights to copy the materials. Purchasers can use their invoice as proof that they have a legitimate copy of the materials and the right to reproduce. AEShareNet has details of the copyright status of materials and rights in relation to reproduction, enhancement and commercialisation of materials.

Can I use TVET products overseas?

Training providers commercially using these materials in international markets should first consult the imprint page of each publication to confirm the details in relation to rights to reproduction and enhancement of the materials and apply in writing to the copyright holder nominated. See AEShareNet for more information on copyright.

I wish to design and develop my own accredited course. Where do I start?

On the DEST website you can download Guidelines for Course Developers or contact the training authority in your State or Territory.

How do I obtain a "C" licensed download from TVET Product Services?

See our Guide to obtaining 'C' Licensed downloads.