FAQ

Who is Australian Training Products?

Australian Training Products (ATP)(pdf 0.3Mb)is the national provider of vocational education and training materials, including government-funded resources as well as those developed by commercial organisations. As a not-for-profit organisation, ATP provides training and reference materials for more than 80 industry areas at the lowest possible price, with special discounts for bookshops. On this website you canbrowse the catalogues, search for products, view samples and order online. Alternativelycontactus for assistance in finding the right materials for your needs. Orders are delivered in 5-8 working days to any capital city or regional centre in Australia. ATP's shareholders are the Commonwealth, State and Territory Ministers for Education.

Where can I look for resources?

Looking for resources?(pdf 0.2Mb)There is a huge range of products available to suit different learning styles and delivery contexts, from printed materials to CDs and multi-media tools, videos, web-based resources and resource libraries. All contain underpinning knowledge and information related to Training Packages as well as exercises for practice and revision.

How do I find a product on the ATP website?

TheShopping FAQprovides useful tips on searching and ordering products.

What is the Australian Quality Training Framework?

TheAustralian 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 theBack to Basicsbooklet or seewww.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 theIndustry 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 theNational Training Information Service.

How do I implement Training Packages?

There are a number ofimplementation guidesavailable 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 do I find the latest information on Training Packages and support materials?

Register for Traine-sierby checking the 'Options' box to recieve email updates (existing members can log in and update their preferences under 'My Details' in the left column). To find the status of a Training Package see alsoTraining Packages @ Workor theNational Training Information Service (NTIS).

What are 'noted resources'?

The word 'noted' indicates that support materials have been assessed through the National Training Quality Council (NTQC) as suitable to support the delivery and assessment of Training Package qualifications or units of competency. The products will have a tick inserted on the cover.

Noted Tick

How can I get my materials noted?

TheQuality Assurance Information Kitdescribes 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 ATP 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.AEShareNethas details of the copyright status of materials and rights in relation to reproduction, enhancement and commercialisation of materials.

Do I need to be a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to purchase from ATP?

No - although you need to be an RTO to deliver nationally accredited or endorsed qualifications, the materials we publish can also be beneficial to organisations wishing to upskill team members and enhance organisational performance. Australian Training Products makes no distinction in its recommended retail prices between registered training organisations and other customers.

Can I use ATP 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. SeeAEShareNetfor more information on copyright.

Do ATP's prices include GST?

Yes.

What is ATP's Returns Policy?

ATP's Returns Policy can be found under the'Information and Policy'page. You can also download aReturns Form(pdf 0.1Mb).

Am I allowed to copy products?

The Copyright Act 1968 provides a blanket license to educational institutions to make copies 10% of copyright material for educational purposes. However some restrictions apply. Each ATP document provides clear advice as to the copyright owner and user obligations. For more information see our Copyright Brochure or contact the Copyright Agency Ltd: Tel: +61 2 9394 7600 Fax: +61 2 9394 7601 Email:Web:www.copyright.com.au.

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).

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

On theDEST websiteyou can downloadGuidelines for Course Developersor contact the training authority in your State or Territory.

What is a 'Quote'?

Once you have finished adding items and are ready to proceed with your purchase, you should then check your order details and select 'confirm' to generate a printable quote. What this means is that the price specified at that time will remain valid and constant for the next 28 days, independent of price fluctuations which may occur on the live site. At the quote stage you will be provided with a Reference Number e.g. 74562 and notice of the validity period e.g. Valid until Wednesday, 12 August 2004. This enables you to return to the order at a later date, if you do not choose to conclude the sale at this point. If you do not, after 28 days the order generated is automatically cancelled.

How do I obtain a "C" licensed download from ATP?

See ourGuide to obtaining 'C' Licensed downloads from ATP.