Mistakes RTOs Make When Buying RTO Training Resources

Training resources are essential for the success of an RTO since they demonstrate the credibility and quality of the organisation.

Most RTOs avoid the time-consuming and expensive process of developing their own learning resources by purchasing them from third-party developers.

RTOs often make mistakes when choosing training resources, so this guide provides advice on what to avoid in order to purchase the best-quality resources.

Buying based solely on price: When buying training resources for RTOs, it is important to consider the quality of the product, not just the upfront cost. Cheap resources may require more money spent in review and revisions, and too little content can also end up costing more due to increased trainer support. It is best to evaluate the quality of resources first and then negotiate price.

Settling for low-quality assessment tools: RTOs often make the mistake of using low-quality assessment tools which can them fail an audit. To prevent this, they should watch out for deficient tools, have consultants validate the tools before purchase, and rectify any errors before using them. They should also bear in mind that focusing on assessments can compromise the quality of their course materials.

Getting samples that are entirely unrelated to your prospected resources: To validate the quality and completeness of assessment materials, it is important to ask for specific unit samples from the qualification packages you are interested in. This way, you can avoid mistakenly assuming that the quality found in the best sample units is consistent throughout each resource.

Do we need mapping documents: Mapping documents are essential assessment tools to ensure RTOs are providing enough learning content and information for their students. Quality mapping documents can help prevent audit and compliance issues, and ASQA now has a stronger focus on making sure these mapping documents match the learning requirements.

Not reviewing the training of content for the volume of learning: Before purchasing training materials, it is important to ensure they meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework and contain adequate content. Double spacing, huge spaces and lots of images often indicate lower quality materials. The right resources should come with a learner guide, textbook and/or learner resource, as well as a step-by-step guide to practice and demonstrate competency in the subject.

Paying less attention to the content of the learning resources: Ensure you invest in quality learning resources from subject-matter or industry experts to give your students the best. Pay attention to the content and make sure it includes learner guides, assessment workbooks PowerPoints and other tools.

Buying RTO resources requires careful consideration to make sure the tools and knowledge obtained are adequate, comprehensive, and easy to understand in order to achieve better training outcomes. Visit CAQA Resources and check out our comprehensive catalogue of RTO training resources.

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