Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Overview
9 months full time / 12 months part time
February, April, July, October
Share your expertise with the world
The Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector educated around 3.4 million students in 2017. This is an industry where qualified teachers can make an incalculable difference to people’s lives, imparting essential industry knowledge and preparing generations of students, apprentices and trainees for practical careers in vocational industries. If you’re a professional in a VET sector and are interested in guiding, mentoring and assisting future professionals in their education journey, Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122 will prepare you for a rewarding career in VET training and assessment.
Learn how to train from the best
Melbourne Polytechnic Training and Assessment students have the unique opportunity to learn VET standards at a VET institution that has been operating for over 100 years. Our trainers are VET industry professionals with experience across language, literacy and numeracy, compliance and quality assurance and instructional design. They will equip you with the skills you’ll need on the job including developing learning programs, preparing/delivering training sessions, supporting students to maximise learning and assessing students to ensure learning outcomes have been achieved. Assessments reflect real workplace tasks, and you will receive one-on-one support from your trainer while getting feedback from your peers in workshops (virtual classroom).
Graduate with your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122 and be ready to teach
Upon completion of our Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122, you will have the essential skills to teach and assess VET programs and a professional portfolio to present at job interviews. Employment opportunities include work as a trainer and assessor within TAFEs and RTOs, a placement officer, coordinator, or assessor; a VCE assessor, a course developer or a work placement coordinator.
Career Pathways
Where will the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122 take me?
- Trainer and Assessor within TAFEs and RTOs
- Placement Officer or Coordinator
- Placement Assessor
- VCE Trainer and Assessor
- Course Developer
- Placement Coordinator
- Course Developer
- VCAL Assessor
- Placement Officer
- VCAL Trainer
Course Details
Delivery methods
Blended learning – this involves a combination of virtual (zoom) and on campus (face to face) delivery.
How you will study
Each course has a dedicated learning method that is designed to let you thrive in your studies.
On-campus / Virtual classroom
A blend of both face-to-face and virtual learning with scheduled classes taking place on-campus and in virtual classrooms. Visit the How You'll Study page for more information.
Class Schedule
Oct 2024 On Campus day classes: 9 months
- Preston: Monday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
- Epping: Tuesday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
Oct 2024 online evening classes: 12 months
- Preston (E-Campus): Monday and Wednesday, 6.00PM – 9.30PM
Feb 2025 On Campus day classes: 9 months
- Preston: Thursday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
- Epping: Wednesday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
Feb 2025 online evening classes: 12 months
- Preston (E-Campus): Tuesday and Thursday, 6.00PM – 9.30PM
April 2025 On Campus day classes: 9 months
- Preston: Monday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
- Epping: Thursday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
April 2025 online evening classes: 12 months
- Preston (E-Campus): Monday and Wednesday, 6.00PM – 9.30PM
July 2025 On Campus day classes: 9 months
- Preston: Friday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
- Epping: Thursday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
July 2025 online evening classes: 12 months
- Preston (E-Campus): Monday and Wednesday, 6.00PM – 9.30PM
October 2025 On Campus day classes: 9 months
- Preston: Tuesday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
- Epping: Thursday, 9:30AM – 5:00PM
October 2025 online evening classes: 12 months
- Preston (E-Campus): Monday and Wednesday, 6.00PM – 9.30PM
In addition to the Virtual/On-Campus workshops, students are to spend at least an additional 15 hours a week on learning and assessment tasks.
Assessment Methods
Written assignments, observations, and project work.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Elective | Hours |
| BSBCMM411 | Make presentations | Elective | 30 |
| TAEASS404 | Assess competence in an online environment | Elective | 40 |
| TAEASS412 | Assess competence | Core | 50 |
| TAEASS413 | Participate in assessment validation | Core | 50 |
| TAEDEL311 | Provide work skill instruction | Elective | 40 |
| TAEDEL405 | Plan, organise and facilitate online learning | Elective | 40 |
| TAEDEL411 | Facilitate vocational training | Core | 45 |
| TAEDEL412 | Facilitate workplace-based learning | Elective | 25 |
| TAEDES411 | Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs | Core | 25 |
| TAEDES412 | Design and develop plans for vocational training | Core | 60 |
| TAELLN422 | Use foundation skills resources, strategies and advice | Elective | 30 |
| TAEPDD401 | Work effectively in the VET sector | Core | 40 |
Fees & Costs
| Free TAFE | Concession | Government subsidised fee | Non-subsidised fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $0 | $760 | $3800 | $5850 |
| Maximum annual amenities | $250 | $175 | $250 | $250 |
| Total payable | $250 | $935 | $4050 | $6100 |
| Per year | $0 |
| Per semester | $0 |
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1st of November. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
Fees explained
The State Government’s Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative covers the cost of tuition (excluding Amenities Fees and Materials Fees) for students who are eligible for government subsidised training and enrol into one of the Priority listed course.
Free TAFE is available to eligible students for one course enrolment in a lifetime.
Free TAFE places are limited. Please call 1300 635 276 and we can advise you whether Free TAFE places are still available.
Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative covers the cost of tuition fees for students who are eligible. Materials and amenities may still apply.
The Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative will pay your tuition fees for only one course. Once you have commenced in a tuition-free priority course, you are not eligible for further tuition-free places again, even if you do not finish your first tuition-free priority course.
The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.
The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.
Concession fees are charged at 20 per cent of the standard fees for enrolments in Certificate I to IV courses. To be eligible students must meet Skills First eligibility criteria and present a valid:
- Commonwealth Health Care card, or
- Pensioner Concession card, or
- Any dependent spouse or dependent child of one of the above cardholders, or
- Veterans Gold card.
The following groups are eligible for concession fees from Certificate I to Advanced Diploma level:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Asylum Seekers and victims of human trafficking
Additional expenses
The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at forty cents (40 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:
- $250 for full fee-paying students; and
- $175 for concession-paying students studying Certificate I, II, III, or IV.
Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.
Requirements
Those entering this qualification must be able to demonstrate vocational competence in their proposed training and assessing area. Vocational competence is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience, and may include, but is not limited to, holding a relevant unit of competency or qualification.Next Steps
The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.
After you complete that form we will send you an email with a link to an application form webpage. If you don’t receive the email, check your spam and junk folders.
Complete the application form on the application form webpage.
You will be required to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.
Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend an enrolment appointment over the phone or on campus.
For certificate-level courses, you can pay by weekly or fortnightly direct debit using our Tuition Payment Plan. Read more about Tuition Payment Plans here.
If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 1300 635 276 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.
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Recognising Organisations
Nationally Recognised Training This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.