Trainer and Assessor

A Trainer and Assessor develops and delivers training programs for workplaces and registered training organisations. You’ll identify training needs and liaise with industry stakeholders to determine the skills and competencies to address with a training package. Trainer and Assessors might prepare learning materials and provide training to individuals or groups of learners.

Trainer and Assessors need to have strong personal skills and should be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. You’ll need to be organised and be able to manage your time well. Trainer and Assessors should be comfortable speaking in front of groups of people and must be able to adapt to the individual learning styles of their students.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a trainer and assessor?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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TAE40122

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
On Campus, Online
3 - 12 months
$0 - $6,930
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher
Facilitator Assessor Workplace Trainer
+ 3 more
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher Facilitator Assessor Workplace Trainer + 3 more
TAE50122

Diploma of Vocational Education and Training
Online
12 months
$4,800
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • At least 23 months work experience in a related field
  • At least 3 months work experience in a related field
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher
Facilitator Assessor Curriculum Planner Adult Educator
+ 4 more
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • At least 23 months work experience in a related field
  • At least 3 months work experience in a related field
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher Facilitator Assessor Curriculum Planner Adult Educator + 4 more
TAESS00026

Foundation Skills Integration Skill Set
Online
3 months
$897
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workplace Trainer Trainer and Assessor Learning Support Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Workplace Trainer Trainer and Assessor Learning Support Officer
TAESS00019

Assessor Skill Set
Blended, On Campus, Online
2 - 5 days
$0 - $1,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor
TAE50122

Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (Advanced Training and Assessment)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher
RTO Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Trainer and Assessor Vocational Education Trainer TAFE Teacher RTO Manager + 1 more
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Facilitator

A Facilitator designs and conducts training sessions, tailoring content to diverse groups while ensuring engagement and understanding.

Avg yearly income $91,000
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Common questions

How much does a Trainer and Assessor earn?

In Australia, a full time Trainer and Assessor generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Trainer and Assessor?

The number of people working as a Trainer and Assessor has dropped in recent years. There are currently 20,700 people in this job role in Australia compared to 24,000 five years ago. Trainer and Assessors may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Trainer and Assessor?

To become a Trainer and Assessor, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. This course covers techniques for planning a training session, delivering group-based learning and assessing the competency of students. You could also consider a Diploma of Vocational Training or a Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice.

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Further reading

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?

10th September 2020)

Are you studying with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)?

2nd July 2019)

JobTrainer: What does it mean for me?

19th October 2020)

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