Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Overview
Become a workplace trainer through studying the accredited Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. Develop expertise that helps employees gain new skills. You’ll learn to design, deliver and assess accredited and non-accredited courses under the standard for Registered Training Organisations.
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course currently in transition
The course code, title, units, and content may change. Further information will become available on our website, upon enrolment or during your studies.
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Skills you’ll learn
- Business marketing
- Human resource management
- Statistics
- Leadership
- Economics
- Business analytics
Your career opportunities
- Trainer in the Vocational Education and Training sector
Why Swinburne?
Highly-skilled trainers that understand ‘real-world’ challenges
Nationally recognised training essential to working in Vocational Education
Face-to-face training delivered in a classroom
Access to current training technologies and ‘best practice’ techniques
Admissions
You must have broad industry knowledge and experience in your proposed teaching and assessing area. This means at least two years recent industry experience and ideally (though not mandatory) a qualification related to what you plan to teach.
Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.
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Admission requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. Check admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65% or above
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.
Credit transfer
Credit transfer is the recognition of academic credits gained through formal study (i.e. units of competency) completed either at another institute or in another qualification. The total amount of credit will vary from individual to individual, based on the unit/s that have been successfully completed.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process of transferring the skills and knowledge that you have acquired over your lifetime (irrespective of how they were obtained) against the requirements of the unit.
RPL is an assessment process that requires you to provide evidence that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the unit/s. The amount and types of evidence you will need to provide will depend on the unit requirements.
Finding your fit
At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.
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Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
Course structure
The course covers the statutory framework of vocational education, principles of adult learning, unpacking a training package and designing quality assessment that meets the needs of learner.
Students have 8 hours of timetabled classes one day per week for a duration of 12 months, at either Hawthorn or Wantirna. Training is offered during the week and on a Saturday.
There are three teaching periods and each of these teaching periods will vary between 8 and 12 weeks.
- Cluster One - Design
- Cluster Two - Delivery
- Cluster Three - Assessment
Students will need to undertake an average of 2.5 hours further study per week outside of the timetabled classes.
Your units
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Core units | |
|
Plan assessment activities and processes
Core unit |
TAEASS401 |
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Assess competence
Core unit |
TAEASS402 |
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Participate in assessment validation
Core unit |
TAEASS403 |
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Design and develop assessment tools
Core unit |
TAEASS502 |
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Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
Core unit |
TAEDEL401 |
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Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
Core unit |
TAEDEL402 |
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Design and develop learning programs
Core unit |
TAEDES401 |
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Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs
Core unit |
TAEDES402 |
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Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills
Core unit |
TAELLN411 |
| Elective units | |
|
Make a presentation
Elective unit |
BSBCMM401 |
2025 fees
Free TAFE eligible students
Full fee* ($AUD)
$4,650
Skills first government-subsidised place* ($AUD)
$2,780
Concession rate* ($AUD)
$556
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$0.00
Fees are estimates only
Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2025 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
Fees are estimates only
The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
Skills first government-subsidised place
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.
How do I pay my fees?
You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Finances
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Concessions rates for vocational students
If you’re enrolling in a Certificate IV-level program or below, are eligible for a government-subsidised training place and hold a valid concession card, you may be eligible for a concession of 80 per cent off the published fee of your unit(s) tuition – which means you’ll only be charged 20 per cent of the published fee.
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.
Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.
When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.
Apply through an agent
Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.
Applying directly
Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and spoken with one of our Course Advisors to understand your eligibility, what are you waiting for? Apply online!