Season 5 · Episode 37
Navigating New Standards: First Audit Experiences
Ever wondered what your first audit under Australia's new RTO standards might look like? Angela Connell-Richards and Lauren Hollows share candid insights from their recent experiences guiding RTOs through audits under the updated regulatory framework.
1 October 202521 min
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Show Notes
- Podcast introduction and audit numbers under new standards
- Initial registration experiences: governance and transparency focus
- Focus on governance, risk management, and inclusivity practices
- CRICOS and PRISMS data management as critical audit focus
- Comparing auditor approaches across different audits
- Re-registration process and audit readiness expectations
- Compliance red flags: outsourcing responsibility to consultants
- Auditors questioning how RTOs select and verify consultants
Key Takeaways
- Auditors emphasise RTO leadership taking genuine ownership of compliance
- The "RTO in a box" approach is under scrutiny
- Responsiveness and preparedness are key differentiators
- PRISMS data management is critical for CRICOS providers
- Have compliant assessment tools and policies in place before the audit
Resources Mentioned
- New Standards Audit Prep Guide
- CRICOS Compliance Checklist
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