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Licensing in VET: Pathways by State
A quick comparison of vocational education and training (VET) licensing pathways across Australian states and territories.
| State/Territory | ASQA | State Regulator | Typical Licensing Path | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | ✅ Yes | NSW Department of Customer Service | ASQA or State Regulator | Dual regulation possible for funded providers |
| Victoria | ✅ Yes | VRQA | ASQA or VRQA | Most RTOs regulated by VRQA if state-funded |
| Queensland | ✅ Yes | DESBT | ASQA or DESBT | State regulator handles most local RTOs |
| Western Australia | ✅ Yes | DTWD | ASQA or DTWD | DTWD oversees most WA-based RTOs |
| South Australia | ✅ Yes | DIS | ASQA or DIS | DIS regulates SA-based RTOs, especially funded ones |
| Tasmania | ✅ Yes | DSG | ASQA or DSG | State regulator manages most Tasmanian RTOs |
| Australian Capital Territory | ✅ Yes | Training Directorate | ASQA or ACT Directorate | Smaller market; often state-regulated |
| Northern Territory | ✅ Yes | DET | ASQA or DET | NT Government directly involved in oversight |
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Key Definitions
- ASQA: National regulator for RTOs delivering nationally recognised training.
- State Regulator: Oversees RTOs operating within a specific state/territory, particularly those receiving public funding.
- Dual Regulation: When an RTO is regulated by both ASQA and a state authority.
Quick Takeaways
- All RTOs must be registered under either ASQA or a state regulator.
- ASQA typically handles national/international providers and higher-level qualifications.
- State regulators focus on local delivery, lower-level qualifications, and publicly funded programs.
- Some RTOs are regulated at both levels depending on scope and funding.
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Check with your state training authority or contact ASQA to determine the best registration pathway based on:
- Where you operate
- What qualifications you offer
- Whether you receive government funding
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