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1. The **National Training Framework** (NTF) is made up of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) and Training Packages. The National Training Framework is Australian Industry and Enterprise driven which is nationally consistent and designed to:
 * provide high-quality skill outcomes to maintain individuals’ employability and increase their productivity
 * provide for nationally recognised qualifications, and improve the competitiveness of enterprises and the nation.

NTF is comprised of the AQTF standards (a national quality system) and Training Packages/Accredited Course. RTO’s must comply with the AQTF standards in the delivery of the qualification from the Training Packages/Accredited courses. The RTO’s are licensed to deliver qualification that are on their scope and have been accredited by the appropriate accreditation body, in WA this is TAC. Only RTO’s are authorised to award qualification from the Training Packages.

Provide a brief description of the organisations listed below and their association with what we do
AQTF Australian Quality Training FrameworkAustralian Quality Training FrameworkAustralian Quality Training Framework a. The **AQTF** (Australian Quality Training Framework) is a national quality assurance arrangement for training and assessment and provides a basis for national consistency in vocational education and training. The AQTF has a set of quality conditions and standards which must be met to deliver, assess and issue nationally recognised qualifications. These standards deal with learning, assessment, staff competence, record keeping and quality systems.

AQTF = (Australian Quality Training Framework), this is our Quality system and we must operate within the standards of this system.

What do they do? The AQTF (Australian Quality Training Framework) is a national quality assurance arrangement for training and assessment and provides a basis for national consistency in vocational education and training. The AQTF has a set of quality conditions and standards which must be met to deliver, assess and issue nationally recognised qualifications. These standards deal with learning, assessment, staff competence, record keeping and quality systems.Provide a national set of standards for training across the VET sector.Oversee the administration of training packages AQF Australian Qualifications FrameworkAustralian Quality Framework AQF = (Australian Qualification Framework), is a national framework of qualification for our sector

b. The **AQF** (Australian Qualifications Framework) is a national policy designed to regulate consistent qualification outcomes for each AQF level and qualification. The AQF provides a comprehensive qualification framework, which supports individuals’ progress through education and training in Australia.

What do they do? A integrated set of national qualifications for all post-compulsory education and training courses designed to ensure consistency across all training qualifications delivered by RTOs.Manage the policy to bring together training packages form all areas of industry and professional disciplines. NQC National Quality CouncilNational Quality Council What do they do? They liaise with industry bodies,stakeholders and practitioners to monitor and advise on how industry trends relate to required changes in training.Administer the performance of RTO's and are responsible for auditing of RTO's. They report to the AQTF. c. **NQC** (National Quality Council) The NQC’s role is to bring together key stakeholders in VET (Vocational Education and Training), Industry and Government, Unions, Equity Groups and practitioners to oversee and support the integrity of the Australian Qualification Framework. This includes reporting and advising Ministers on AQF, AQTF standards and quality assurance. Training Packages Music Training PackageCUS09A guideline of training requirements which have been formulated from consultation with industry and other training stakeholders. Found on NTIS. CUS09 Training Packages are nationally endorsed training and assessment products, developed by industry to ensure quality training outcomes to meet current and emerging vocational and industry skill needs. Training Packages are designed to approach training delivery in a flexible manner and form one of the foundation stones of the national training system. They service a wide range of industries and training pathways, which include Workplace Training and Assessment; School Based Training and Assessment and Apprenticeships. Training Packages consist of Preliminary Information, National Qualification Outlines, Core and Elective National Units of Competency, Assessment Guidelines including address Access and Equity issues. All sections of a National Training Package are endorsed by the NQC and are issued by the ISC (Industry Skills Council)

A Training Package is a set of nationally-endorsed standards, qualifications and guidelines used to recognise and assess the skills and knowledge people need to perform effectively in the workplace.

Accredited Courses D354 D357Cert III and IV Music Technical Production Diploma Music Performanceciriculum based courses Accredited courses are courses design to meet industry needs that fall outside the scope of the current and relevant training package. Accredited courses can be make up using units of competency and/or custom written modules. The accredited course must be approved by TAC and is accredited for a set length of time, end the end of which the course needs to be reaccredited.

e. **Accredited Courses.** Where there are no National Training Packages available, courses may be developed and accredited. In order for formal accreditation to be achieved recognition must be sought by the state of territory accrediting body.


 * TAC ** (Training Accreditation Council) is responsible for assuring the quality of vocational education and training in Western Australia.

Accreditation bodies Training Accreditation Council (TAC) . **Accrediting Body.** Australian States and Territories have individual accreditation bodies which register and monitor RTO’s (Registered Training Organisations) that provide VET. These bodies also provide advice on registration, course accreditation and quality endorsement. However, from July 1st 2011, national arrangements come into effect, which establishes a new national regulator known as ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Agency) which oversees the registration of training organisations (RTO’s). Accreditation Bodies = TAC Training Accreditation Council The Training Accreditation Council (The Council) is established under the Vocational Education and Training Act 1996 and is an independent Statuatory Body that provides for the quality assurance and recognition processes for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and Accreditation of courses in Western Australia. The Council is Western Australia's State Registering/Course Accrediting Body and is responsible for quality assurance and recognition of vocational education and training services in Western Australia. //[http://www.tac.wa.gov.au/About_TAC.html#1//

Industry Training Councils & Industry Skills Councils Provide a connection between industry, government and training with workforce development policiesTAC, IBSA Industry Training Councils - Industry Training Councils (ITCs) are non-government, not for profit industry driven bodies who provide advice to the Western Australian government about training priorities and the vocational education and training needs of its particular industry. The role of ITCs is to ensure the availability of suitable training and skills development arrangements in t he VET sector. //.// The industry skills council provide current industry knowledge to the VET section and advise on future developments within the industry. I also has input into the development of the revelvant training packages. FutureNow is our Creative and Leisure Industries Training Council

g. ** Industry Training Councils ** (ITCs) are non-government, not for profit industry driven bodies that provide advice to the Western Australian government about training priorities and the vocational education and training needs of its particular industry. The role of ITCs is to ensure the availability of suitable training and skills development arrangements in the VET sector. ITC’s also provide advice and information on industry specific training related matters such as industry training policy, resource information and industry research.

The ITC which Music VET training consults is **Future Now- Creative and Leisure Industries Training Council**

The Industry Skill Council that advises Music VET training is **Innovation and Business Industry Skills Council** (IBSA).
 * Industry Skills Councils ** provide advice and information between the national VET system and industry. They have two key roles:
 * provide accurate industry intelligence to the VET sector about current and future skills needs and training requirements.
 * support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of quality nationally recognised training products and services, including Training Packages.

RTO Registered Training OrganisationRegistered Training Organisatation h. **RTO’s** or Registered Training Organisation provide and assess nationally recognised training such as Training Packages & Accredited Courses and issue nationally recognised qualifications. To ensure quality and consistency in nationally recognised VET training and assessment. In order to be registered RTO’s must meet the Australian Quality Training Framework 2007 (AQTF 2007) standards. Training organisation register to provide nationally recognised training with its relevant state or territory registration authority. To monitor and ensure quality and consistence in training and assessment, an RTO must renew its registration every 5 years and subject to audits from the registering authority (TAC WA) at any time over that 5 year period. RTO’s include TAFE colleges and institutes, adult and community education providers, private providers, community organisations, schools, higher education institutions, commercial and enterprise training providers, industry bodies, and other organisations that meet registration requirements. The National Training Information Service (NTIS) database lists the details of all national RTO’s.

RTO= Registered Training Organisations deliver and assess training that is nationally recognise such as training packages, they are the only ones able to award national qualifications

What are their duties Endorsed Training providers who deliver qualifications to the standards of AQTFDeliver quality training within the guidelines of the recognised training packages and report to the NQC.