RTO Manager

An RTO Manager oversees the daily operations of a registered training organisation. You might coordinate the delivery of educational programs for a range of industries and ensure students can access the training they need. You’ll also consider future educational needs and play a role in strategic planning for the facility. RTO Managers might also be involved with other departments such as human resources, student services, finance and enrolments.

RTO Managers need to be strong leaders and should have excellent communication skills. You’ll liaise with students, staff and administrative teams as well as different academic departments. An RTO Manager needs to be highly organised and should be a good problem solver.

 

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a rto manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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TAE50122

Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (VET Leadership)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RTO Manager Learning and Development Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RTO Manager Learning and Development Manager
BSB80120

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)
On Campus
52 weeks
$12,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RTO Manager Learning and Development Manager Training and Development Manager
Education Manager Program Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RTO Manager Learning and Development Manager Training and Development Manager Education Manager Program Manager + 2 more
TAE50216

Diploma of Training Design and Development
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instructional Designer Education Program Developer E-learning Developer
Learning Designer RTO Manager Learning and Development Manager Adult Educator Education Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instructional Designer Education Program Developer E-learning Developer Learning Designer RTO Manager Learning and Development Manager Adult Educator Education Manager + 5 more
TAE50122

Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (Advanced Training and Assessment)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher
RTO Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher RTO Manager + 1 more
TAEPDD401

Work Effectively in the VET Sector
Online
3 months
$275
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Instructional Designer Learning Designer
RTO Compliance Officer RTO Administrator RTO Manager Workplace Trainer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Instructional Designer Learning Designer RTO Compliance Officer RTO Administrator RTO Manager Workplace Trainer + 4 more
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Common questions

How much does an RTO Manager earn?

In Australia, a full time RTO Manager generally earns $2,500 per week ($130,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for an RTO Manager?

The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years. There are currently 10,900 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an RTO Manager. RTO Managers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become an RTO Manager?

If you’re interested in a career as an RTO Manager, you could enrol in a Graduate Certificate in Management (Learning). You’ll learn how to improve organisational learning and the quality of training and assessment. You could also consider a Diploma of Training Design and Development or a Graduate Diploma in Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice.

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Further reading

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