You don't have to be a college or other training provider to become a registered training organisation (RTO). Many enterprises, choose to become an RTO and deliver nationally recognised training to their employees in addition to their core business activities.

Becoming an RTO means you do not have to purchase the services of an external training provider.

Your business will be able to:

• deliver nationally accredited training and qualifications
• train any number of staff at convenient times
• customise training to meet your organisation's specific needs
• provide the required training for your New Apprentices
• formally recognise the skills and experience of your existing employees
• provide your workforce with pathways to further training and career development
• access government funding.

To become an RTO you must register with a state or territory registration authority.

Standards for RTOs

When applying for initial registration or renewal of registration, each training organisation signs a declaration that binds it to operate in accordance with the AQTF 2007 Essentials Standards for Registration. These nationally agreed standards include the Conditions of Registration.

Registration is generally for five years, after which, RTOs must apply for renewal of registration.RTOs can deliver training in all states and territories, and the qualifications they issue are recognised by other training organisations Australia-wide.

For more information see register as an RTO.