TAE40122

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Re-focus your industry skills and take the next step to enter the vocational education and training sector. This course provides specialised skills and knowledge to design, develop, deliver and assess vocational training courses.

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WAYS TO STUDY Online

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 07 Sep 2026 Duration: Average course duration up to 18 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$3,520

Course overview

Enhancing your industry expertise, this course will provide the educational skills needed to deliver vocational education training.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the education and training sector is a fast growing and large employing industry. It offers a number of job opportunities in the vocational education and training (VET) sector in both TAFE institutes and other registered training organisations (RTOs).

TAFE Queensland is the largest and most experienced provider of vocational education and training in Queensland. Make the leap into your new career as a vocational educator and learn from expert educators who have a high degree of technical skills and knowledge. You will develop specialised skills to design and implement training and assessment strategies, unpack training packages and will discover how to effectively engage with students to facilitate training for groups and individuals.

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to provide training in the vocational training sector and equip you with the skills and knowledge to effectively plan, design, deliver and assess programs in line with learning frameworks, legislation and standards.

What can I do?

Vocational Education Teacher
Workplace Trainer
Trainer and Assessor
Tutor
Enterprise Trainer
RTO Trainer
RTO Assessor

Course outcome:

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units and 6 elective unit listed below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
TAEASS412

Assess competence

UNIT CODE :
TAEASS412

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare for and conduct the competency-based assessment of candidates using nationally recognised training products and validated assessment tools.
UNIT NAME
Assess competence

UNIT CODE
TAEASS413

Participate in assessment validation

UNIT CODE :
TAEASS413

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in the validation of assessment tools, practices and judgements, including in: - pre-assessment validation of assessment tools before they are first used with candidates, and post-assessment validation of the tools after having been used to assess candidates - post-assessment validation of practices and judgements.
UNIT NAME
Participate in assessment validation

UNIT CODE
TAEDEL411

Facilitate vocational training

UNIT CODE :
TAEDEL411

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, prepare for and facilitate the vocational training of both individual learners and groups of learners via a face-to-face, in-person delivery mode.
UNIT NAME
Facilitate vocational training

UNIT CODE
TAEDES411

Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs

UNIT CODE :
TAEDES411

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse and use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational learners' skill and knowledge development needs.
UNIT NAME
Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs

UNIT CODE
TAEDES412

Design and develop plans for vocational training

UNIT CODE :
TAEDES412

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, develop and document plans for vocational training to be delivered by vocational education and training (VET) teachers and trainers.
UNIT NAME
Design and develop plans for vocational training

UNIT CODE
TAEPDD401

Work effectively in the VET sector

UNIT CODE :
TAEPDD401

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate within the vocational education and training (VET) sector regulatory and operational context relevant to the job role of an entry-level VET teacher, trainer and assessor.
UNIT NAME
Work effectively in the VET sector

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBAUD412

Work within compliance frameworks

UNIT CODE :
BSBAUD412

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify statutory, legislative and regulatory requirements and relate them to individual work practices to ensure ongoing adherence to the compliance framework.
UNIT NAME
Work within compliance frameworks

UNIT CODE
TAEASS404

Assess competence in an online environment

UNIT CODE :
TAEASS404

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess candidate/s competence in an online environment. It involves implementing a plan for the assessment process, gathering quality evidence according to the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence, and making the assessment decision. It also involves recording and reviewing the completed assessment process.
UNIT NAME
Assess competence in an online environment

UNIT CODE
TAEDEL311

Provide work skill instruction

UNIT CODE :
TAEDEL311

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct individual and small group work skill instruction using existing support materials and demonstration of work skills as a training strategy; and assess the success of training and one's own training performance. It focuses on the training being driven by the work process and context.
UNIT NAME
Provide work skill instruction

UNIT CODE
TAEDEL405

Plan, organise and facilitate online learning

UNIT CODE :
TAEDEL405

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, organise, facilitate and review learning that is delivered online, using suitable delivery methods, digital tools and existing learning resources and materials.
UNIT NAME
Plan, organise and facilitate online learning

UNIT CODE
TAEDEL412

Facilitate workplace-based learning

UNIT CODE :
TAEDEL412

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for, plan and facilitate workplace-based learning for learners in the workplace.
UNIT NAME
Facilitate workplace-based learning

UNIT CODE
TAELLN421

Integrate core skills support into training and assessment

UNIT CODE :
TAELLN421

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge needed to identify core skill demands in nationally recognised training products, and in workplace, learning and assessment context tasks and texts.
UNIT NAME
Integrate core skills support into training and assessment

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

Online self-directed

All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
Online virtual classroom

You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed	07 Sep 2026	Average course duration up to 18 months	Part time 3 units per 16 week intake. Trainer support available by appointment	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online self-directed Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Sep 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Average course duration up to 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 units per 16 week intake. Trainer support available by appointment The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	06 Oct 2026	1 year	Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 06 Oct 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online self-directed	02 Nov 2026	Average course duration up to 18 months	Part time 3 units per 16 week intake. Trainer support available by appointment	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online self-directed Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 02 Nov 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Average course duration up to 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 units per 16 week intake. Trainer support available by appointment The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	27 Jan 2027	1 year	Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	12 Apr 2027	1 year	Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	12 Jul 2027	1 year	Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Jul 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	05 Oct 2027	1 year	Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday	Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 05 Oct 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 x Zoom sessions per week 6pm - 8pm Monday, Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $3,520 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)

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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

COURSE CODE: TAE40122

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 4 in English, 3 in Maths and 4 in Digital Technology.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

Read the Skills Check FAQs.

Prerequisite requirement

You can only train and assess in areas where you have demonstrated vocational competency.
You must be able to demonstrate vocational competency in your proposed teaching and assessing area. Vocational competency is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience, and may include, but is not limited to, holding a relevant unit of competency or qualification.

Selection criteria

Entry into this course may include an application process.

You will need a strong level of computer/digital literacy skills and be confident in navigating web browsers.

ADF fast-track
ADF fast-track is via an application process and is designed for current and former Australian Defence Force (ADF) members whose defence training and experience align to the qualification outcomes. It acknowledges defence capability by condensing the course where appropriate and offering RPL and/or credit transfers when suitable evidence is provided.

Resources required

It is required that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Your computer must have both webcam and voice capabilities such as headphones and microphone to participate in online classes. Due to the research and assessment requirements of this course, other personal devices such as phones and tablets are not suitable.

To complete some assessment requirements you will be required to source a minimum of 4 learners and record class delivery sessions that will be uploaded as assessment submissions.

Important information

Online virtual classroom program
If you are undertaking the Online Virtual Classroom program, you will enjoy the flexibility of studying from any location while connecting with your trainer and classmates in real time. Attendance at all classes is an expectation. Study and research time will vary depending on your existing skills and knowledge; however, it is expected that you will complete an additional 15 to 20 hours per week of self directed study, outside class times, to meet course requirements.

Online self-directed program
If you are undertaking the Online self-directed program, you will enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Attendance at tutorials is encouraged, but optional. You will be required to follow the Order of Study and enrol in no more than one group per intake, unless otherwise advised. Study and research time will vary depending on your existing skills and knowledge, however it is estimated that you will need to devote at least 15 to 20 hours per week to learning and assessment activities and up to 16 weeks to complete each cluster of units.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Course overview

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Course outcome:

Core units

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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Skills check

Prerequisite requirement

Selection criteria

Resources required

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Assessor Skill Set

Careers