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Coast Wide Training Solutions Pty Ltd ABN: 71 674 767 447 Web: www.coastwidetraining.com.au Email: admin@coastwidetraining.com.au - 1 - RTO STANDARDS COMPLIANCE SELF-ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST This checklist is designed to guide RTOs in evaluating their compliance with the revised 2025 Standards. It helps ensure that all areas of training and assessment, VET student support, workforce management, and governance align with regulatory requirements. Using this checklist regularly supports a proactive approach to compliance and continuous improvement. How to Use the Checklist 1. Review Each Quality Area Each quality area in this checklist corresponds to a core focus of the 2025 Standards. Carefully review the Focus Areas and Outcome Standards for each section, using the Self-Assessment Questions to evaluate your RTO’s current practices. 2. Gather Required Evidence For each standard, collect the specified Evidence Required to support your compliance. This may include policies, meeting records, training and assessment materials, and feedback forms. Attach or reference these documents as needed. 3. Record Observations and Gaps In each quality area, document any gaps or areas requiring improvement. Use this information to update the Compliance Risk Register and to plan corrective actions in the Final Review and Acknowledgement section. 4. Rate Compliance After completing each quality area, mark the Compliance Status in the Final Review and Acknowledgement section. This summary helps identify areas needing immediate attention. 5. Document and Follow Up on Actions For any identified gaps, complete the Outstanding Actions table. Assign responsible personnel, set target completion dates, and monitor progress to ensure continuous improvement. Add this information to the Compliance Risk Register. 6. Sign and Date Once the checklist has been fully reviewed, complete the Acknowledgement and Sign-O section. This sign-o confirms that compliance has been assessed and any corrective actions are being tracked. SAMPLE

Standards for RTOs 2025 – Self-Assessment Checklist Coast Wide Training Solutions Pty Ltd | 4. RTO Standards Self-Assessment Checklist V2.0-24 Page 2 Contents 1. Training and assessment .............................................................................................. 3 2. VET student support ................................................................................................... 11 3. VET Workforce ............................................................................................................ 19 4. Governance ............................................................................................................... 22 Final Review and Acknowledgement ............................................................................... 26 Outstanding Actions and Deadlines ............................................................................. 27 Self-Assessment Sign O ............................................................................................ 28 SAMPLE

Standards for RTOs 2025 – Self-Assessment Checklist Coast Wide Training Solutions Pty Ltd | 4. RTO Standards Self-Assessment Checklist V2.0-24 Page 3 Quality Area Quality Area Outcome Statement 1. Training and assessment Quality training and assessment engages VET students and enables them to attain nationally recognised, industry-relevant competencies. Focus Area Outcome Standards Training 1.1 Training is engaging and well-structured and enables VET students to attain skills and knowledge consistent with the training product. Self-Assessment Questions a) How do you ensure that training is engaging and structured effectively to meet VET Student needs? b) How do you know that the training design and delivery is fit for purpose and consistent with the training product? c) Does the training enable VET Student to attain skills and knowledge consistent with the training product? d) What steps are taken to adapt the training structure and pace for different VET Student groups? e) How do you know trainers are appropriately skilled, qualified and resourced to deliver effective and engaging training? Evidence required: ☐ Training delivery policies and procedures ☐ Training and assessment strategies (TAS) ☐ Course delivery plans and schedules ☐ VET Student feedback and evaluation forms ☐ Samples of learning resources and materials ☐ Mapping documents showing alignment of training content with unit of competency requirements ☐ VET Student assessment records ☐ Post-training employment data or VET Student progression records ☐ Trainer Professional Development records SAMPLE

Standards for RTOs 2025 – Self-Assessment Checklist Coast Wide Training Solutions Pty Ltd | 4. RTO Standards Self-Assessment Checklist V2.0-24 Page 11 Quality Area Quality Area Outcome Statement 2. VET student support VET students are treated fairly and are properly informed, protected, and supported. Focus Area Outcome Standards Information 2.1 VET students have access to clear and accurate information, including to make informed decisions about the training product and the RTO, and are made aware of changes that affect them. Self-Assessment Questions a) How do you ensure that information provided to VET Students is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible? b) What procedures are in place to notify VET Students of changes affecting them? Evidence required: ☐ Student Information Policies and Procedures ☐ Marketing and Advertising Policies and Procedures ☐ Marketing materials and course brochures ☐ Pre-enrolment information packs ☐ Records of communication with prospective VET Students (emails, phone logs) ☐ Student Handbook SAMPLE

Standards for RTOs 2025 – Self-Assessment Checklist Coast Wide Training Solutions Pty Ltd | 4. RTO Standards Self-Assessment Checklist V2.0-24 Page 19 Quality Area Quality Area Outcome Statement 3. VET Workforce VET students are trained, assessed and supported by people who are qualified, skilled and committed to professional development. Focus Area Outcome Standards VET workforce management 3.1 Effective workforce management ensures appropriate staffing to deliver the services. Self-Assessment Questions a) How do you assess staffing requirements to ensure adequate coverage for all training and assessment needs? b) How do you address staff shortages or gaps in expertise? c) What measures are in place to support sustainable workforce management and continuity of services? Evidence required: ☐ Workforce planning documents and staffing projections ☐ Staff recruitment and retention policies ☐ Training and development plans for staff ☐ Staff-to-learner ratio analysis ☐ Schedules for staff availability and support SAMPLE

Standards for RTOs 2025 – Self-Assessment Checklist Coast Wide Training Solutions Pty Ltd | 4. RTO Standards Self-Assessment Checklist V2.0-24 Page 22 Quality Area Quality Area Outcome Statement 4. Governance Effective governance and a commitment to continuous improvement supports the quality and integrity of VET delivery. Focus Area Outcome Standards Leadership and accountability 4.1 The RTO operates with integrity and is accountable for the delivery of quality services. Self-Assessment Questions a) How does the RTO ensure governing persons are suitable, fit and proper and remain so during their tenure? b) How does the RTO ensure accountability in delivering quality services? c) What mechanisms are in place to ensure governing persons act diligently and uphold integrity in operations and within their delegated authority? d) How does the RTO leadership maintain familiarity with the Standards to ensure their leadership promotes a positive organisational culture? e) How does the RTO make it’s values and quality culture known and maintained? Evidence required: ☐ Governance policies and procedures ☐ Governance structure and roles documentation ☐ Fit and proper person declarations or assessments ☐ Records of governance meetings and decisions ☐ Policies on quality assurance and continuous improvement ☐ Code of Conduct ☐ Quality Management Strategy SAMPLE