The ACT Quality Framework - Version 2.1 (DOCX 2.2MB) or (PDF 631KB) (the Framework) underpins the delivery of training in the ACT. The Framework has been developed to promote excellence, transparency and quality in the vocational education and training sector in the ACT.
The Framework's components support the ACT Government's strategic direction for a flexible and responsive training sector that delivers high quality training.
ACT Statement of Expectations
The ACT Statement of Expectations (PDF 404KB) (the Statement) outlines the expectations for registered training organisation (RTO) conduct in the provision of training in the ACT.
The Statement is structured around 4 key principles of professional conduct. These principles serve as a minimum benchmark for professional behaviour and ensure public confidence in the integrity of the vocational education and training sector in the ACT.
The principles act as a point of reference for all ACT stakeholders including RTOs, business and industry, and students.
ACT Standards for the Delivery of Subsidised Training
The ACT Standards for Delivery of Subsidised Training (the Standards) form a schedule to the Agreement and outline the mandatory standards for registered training organisations (RTOs) in the management and delivery of training in the ACT.
The ACT Standards Compliance Guides (Compliance Guides) outline the mandatory requirements for delivering training in each training initiative.
Audit Guide for Training Providers in the ACT
The ACT Government uses a range of audit methods to assess registered training organisation (RTO) compliance with the ACT Quality Framework. The Audit Guide for Training Providers in the ACT - Version 3.1 (DOCX 726KB) or (PDF 920KB) (the Guide) provides information about the audit strategy for ACT Government training initiatives.
The Guide provides the context, key objectives and an overview of the end-to-end audit process. It also provides information on the type of audits conducted and provides the methodology for RTO and student file sample selection.
RTO Internal Review
Under the Training Initiative Funding Agreement (TIFA), each approved training provider must conduct an internal review at least once per year. This review is used to self-assess current compliance with the TIFA, the ACT Standards for Delivery of Subsidised Training and the associated ACT Standards Compliance Guides.
All training providers with a TIFA must use the RTO Internal Review Tool (tool) to conduct and record the outcome of their annual internal review.
The objectives of the tool are to:
- support training providers in meeting contractual obligations
- ensure minimum service requirements for ACT funded training initiatives are met
- promote quality training and assessments systems
- strengthen accurate reporting and record keeping practices
- provide a framework for self-assessment and continuous improvement.
The tool must be completed and submitted to Skills Canberra using the online SmartForm.
Key dates
- Date published – 2 October 2025
- Submission date – 2 February 2026
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