RTO Compliance Officer

An RTO Compliance Officer ensures that registered training organisations comply with all relevant industry standards and legislation. You might check the compliance of your own organisation or be employed to conduct checks on other training facilities. RTO Compliance Officers may look at the delivery of training courses, subjects provided and student outcomes. They may also address other issues such as safety and security on campus.

To be an RTO Compliance Officer you’ll need to be highly organised and have strong attention to detail. You’ll need to understand current standards and legislation and be able to apply these to a real world setting. RTO Compliance Officers should be good communicators and may need strong problem solving skills.

 

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $71,604
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a rto compliance officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
10862NAT

Certificate IV in Risk Management Essentials
Blended, On Campus
18 months
$2,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator RTO Compliance Officer
Operational Risk Manager Governance Officer Compliance Analyst
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator RTO Compliance Officer Operational Risk Manager Governance Officer Compliance Analyst + 3 more
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Common questions

How much does an RTO Compliance Officer earn?

In Australia, a full time RTO Compliance Officer generally earns $1,377 per week ($71,604 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 Compliance Officer?

The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 620 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an RTO Compliance Officer. RTO Compliance Officers 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 Compliance Officer?

To become an RTO Compliance Officer, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. This course will broaden your knowledge of the vocational training industry and show you how to plan a training session, deliver group-based learning and assess the competency of students.

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Further reading

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