
Course Description
This comprehensive introductory course is designed for trainers, assessors, and education professionals working in Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. It explores the Rules of Evidence that underpin sound assessment practices and compliance with the Standards for RTOs 2015.
Through clear explanations, real-world case studies, and practical examples, participants will develop a thorough understanding of the four essential rules—Validity, Sufficiency, Authenticity, and Currency—and how to apply them when collecting and evaluating assessment evidence.
Whether you are new to assessment or seeking to refresh your knowledge, this course will equip you with the critical knowledge and practical strategies needed to make informed, consistent, and compliant assessment decisions.

What’s Included in the Course?
✔️2-3 hours online (Self-paced) course
✔️5 fully developed sections
✔️ Real-world case studies from Australian RTOs
✔️ Ideal for VET trainers and assessors, RTO compliance officers, education managers and coordinators, and anyone responsible for collecting, evaluating, or verifying assessment evidence
✔️ Lifetime access to course content
✔️ MCQs knowledge test
✔️ Certificate of Completion
Course curriculum
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1Section 1: Introduction to the Rules of Evidence in VET Assessment
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2SEction 2: Validity – Aligning Evidence with Competency Requirements
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3Section 3: Sufficiency – Gathering Enough Evidence for Judgement
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4Section 4: Authenticity – Confirming That Evidence Is the Learner’s Own
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5Section 5: Currency – Ensuring Evidence Reflects Recent Competence
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6Final Test: