Australian Technical College Western Australia

What Australian Technical College Western Australia does

Australian Technical College Western Australia (ATCWA), legally Perth Technical College Pty Ltd, is a private Registered Training Organisation operating since 2015 under ASQA (RTO No: 41279) and CRICOS (Provider Code: 03437B) to deliver vocational education and training in Australia. The college offers a portfolio of CRICOS-registered courses spanning eight vocational fields — Automotive Technology, Business & Management, Construction & Building Trades, Civil Construction Design, Community Services, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, and Leadership & Management — at Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, and Graduate Diploma levels, alongside an English language (ELICOS) stream via the ELCWA sub-brand. Delivery combines face-to-face classroom instruction, simulated workplace environments (including a commercial training kitchen and simulated restaurant at the Gosnells facility), and work-based training placements, supported by a Moodle-based Learning Management System and the rtomanager online enrolment and agent management platform.

The business monetises primarily through upfront tuition fees (AUD 2,000–AUD 32,000 per qualification) and ancillary resource and enrolment fees, with ELICOS generating weekly recurring revenue. ATCWA recruits international students on student visas (subclass 500) through two complementary go-to-market motions: a global network of registered education agents accessed via the ATCWA Agent Portal, and direct-to-consumer channels including the college website, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp), and phone-based enquiry. Operations are anchored at the Perth headquarters (8 Francis Street, Perth WA) with an additional Sydney campus (Bankstown, NSW) and a dedicated training kitchen at Gosnells.

ATCWA is founder/owner-operated with no disclosed parent company, institutional investors, or external funding; revenue, headcount growth, and financial performance are not publicly disclosed. The institution holds the National Recognised Training logo and operates under ESOS Act consumer protection frameworks, positioning it within Australia's regulated international education sector where regulatory approvals (ASQA, CRICOS) function as a key competitive barrier to entry.

Name

Australian Technical College Western Australia

Legal name

Perth Technical College Pty Ltd

Website

https://atc.wa.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ATCWA is a private Perth-based Registered Training Organisation delivering CRICOS-registered vocational courses (Certificate III to Graduate Diploma) in automotive, hospitality, construction, IT, business, and community services to international students across its Perth and Sydney campuses, monetised through upfront tuition fees and a global education agent network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Language Schools (611630)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAIAIAI

Short-Term Certificate & Micro-Credential Programs (International)

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/International Summer/Winter Schools & Short-Term Academic Programs

SECONDARYEDAIAJAF

Integrated Language + Academic Skills (EAP) Bridging Programs

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/Overseas Pathway, Foundation & Bridging Programs

SECONDARYEDANAHAG

Language Learning Centers (ESL/EFL & World Languages)

Education/Tutoring & Test Preparation/Small-Group Tutoring & Learning Centers

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• International student courses
• ELICOS English language
• Registered training organisation
• Vocational qualifications Australia

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. International Student Tuition Fees: ATCWA charges tuition fees to international students on student visas for VET and higher education courses. Fees vary by course, ranging from AUD 2,000 to AUD 32,000 per qualification. International students pay the full tuition fee as invoiced upon acceptance of offer.
2. Resource and Material Fees: Students pay resource fees per course ranging from AUD 250 to AUD 3,000, covering learner guides, assessments, and student support materials.
3. Enrolment Fees: A one-time enrolment fee of AUD 250 is charged to new students for most courses.
4. ELICOS Tuition Fees: English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) generate weekly tuition revenue at AUD 260 per week for on-shore students and AUD 290 per week for off-shore students, plus AUD 25 per week resource fee.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Australian Technical College Western Australia (ATCWA) delivers nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications (Certificate III through Graduate Diploma) across hospitality, automotive, construction, civil construction design, information technology, business, leadership, and community services, alongside English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS). Instruction is delivered through face-to-face classes, simulated workplace environments (including a commercial training kitchen and simulated restaurant), work-based training placements, and an online Moodle-based Learning Management System. Courses are marketed primarily to international students on Australian student visas (subclass 500) and secondarily to domestic students, via direct online enrolment and a global network of registered education agents.

Product overview

Australian Technical College Western Australia (ATCWA) operates as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO No: 41279, CRICOS Provider Code: 03437B) offering vocational education and training across multiple disciplines. The institution delivers a portfolio of vocational courses ranging from Certificate III to Graduate Diploma levels, organized into distinct program areas: Automotive Technology (AUR30620, AUR40216, AUR50116), Business & Management (BSB50120, BSB80120), Construction & Building Trades (CPC33020, CPC31020, CPC31320, CPC30620), Civil Construction Design (RII50520, RII60520), Community Services (CHC33021, CHC52021), Hospitality Management (SIT40521, SIT50422, SIT60322), Information Technology (ICT60220), and English Language (ELICOS). Courses are delivered through face-to-face classroom instruction, simulated workplace environments, training kitchens, and practical work placements. The institution also operates an internal Learning Management System (LMS) for online student access. Programs are available at Perth Campus (8 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000) and Sydney Campus (47 Rickard Road, Bankstown NSW 2200).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• English Language College Western Australia (ELCWA): Brand new English Language College in Perth operating under the trading name 'Perth Technical College Pty Ltd'. Offers General English (GE) course for overseas students learning English in Australia, designed to prepare students for further VET or higher studies as well as IELTS, PTE or other applicable English tests.

Products and services

• AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology A vocational qualification equipping students with knowledge and expertise to work as Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technicians, covering 36 units of competency across vehicle systems, electrical circuits, engines, braking, steering, and transmission.
• AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis An advanced automotive qualification preparing students for Master Technician roles, covering complex fault diagnosis across safety systems, braking, steering, suspension, engine management, and electric vehicles.
• AUR50116 Diploma of Automotive Management A management-level qualification enabling entry into senior management roles in the automotive industry, covering leadership, customer service, business improvement, and operational management.
• BSB50120 Diploma of Business A business management qualification developing skills to handle frontline management accountabilities, operations, and business functions, delivered face-to-face over 52 weeks.
• CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support A nationally recognised qualification equipping students with skills to provide quality support in aged care, disability services, or community support, including 120 hours of practical placement.
• CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services A two-year program preparing students as Case Managers or Supervisors in community services, with 420 hours of extended work-based training and specialised skills for coordinated care delivery.
• RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design A technical qualification equipping students with civil construction design skills, CAD proficiency, and project planning capabilities, delivered over 65 weeks by industry experts using specific software tools.
• RII60520 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design An advanced qualification for senior civil works designers and para-professionals supporting professional engineers, covering complex project design, risk management, and strategic technical knowledge.
• SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management A hospitality qualification preparing students for chef or cook roles with supervisory responsibilities, covering food preparation, cooking operations, menu planning, and food safety over 66 weeks.
• SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management A management qualification developing broad hospitality skills combined with managerial expertise for departmental or small business manager roles in restaurants, hotels, motels, and catering operations.
• SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management An advanced qualification equipping students with skills for highly skilled senior manager roles in hospitality, with strategic management decision-making capabilities and multi-skilling opportunities.
• ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering) An ICT qualification covering advanced data management, cyber security, full-stack web development, programming, IT strategy, systems analysis, and telecommunications network engineering.
• BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) A graduate-level qualification for leaders and managers applying specialised knowledge in organisational learning and capability development, covering strategic transformation and research activities over 104 weeks.
• CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating A nationally recognised qualification developing knowledge and practical skills for professional painter and decorator roles in the construction industry, with workshop-based training over 52 weeks.
• CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying A trade qualification turning practical skills into professional careers as qualified bricklayers, blocklayers, pavers, licensed contractors, or site supervisors with hands-on experience in constructing walls, arches, and decorative masonry.
• CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering A nationally recognised qualification establishing careers as Solid Plasterers or Renderers in construction, developing skills for residential and commercial solid plastering work through face-to-face workshop training.
• CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling A qualification establishing careers as Wall and Floor Tilers in construction, developing skills for trade outcomes in wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial projects with practical workshop-based training.
• English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) General English courses offered through English Language College Western Australia (ELCWA), delivering 5 levels from Elementary to Advanced over 60 weeks with weekly intakes to prepare students for further VET or higher studies as well as IELTS, PTE, or other applicable English tests.

Named customers6 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Australian Homestay NetworkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorATCWA has a referral arrangement with Australian Homestay Network, through which international students can arrange homestay accommodation with local Australian families. ATCWA can track accommodation progress in real time if students nominate their education provider. Approximate accommodation cost: $220-$300 per week.
• Education Agent NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorATCWA maintains a global network of registered education agents across multiple countries who recruit international students for ATCWA courses. The college provides agents with login access to the ATCWA Agent Portal and a registration process for new agents. Agent contacts are managed through atc.rtomanager.com.au.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Le Cordon Bleu Australia: Specialised culinary and hospitality training provider with international student focus via CRICOS. Directly comparable to ATCWA's SIT40521, SIT50422, and SIT60322 hospitality/kitchen management stack, including work-placement emphasis.
• ILSC Education Group: International education group offering both ELICOS-style English programs and pathway/vocational courses to overseas students in Australia. Directly comparable to ATCWA's combined ELCWA + VET offering.
• Sydney City College of Management: Private CRICOS-registered college in NSW delivering certificates and diplomas in business, IT, hospitality, and community services to international students. Direct competitor to ATCWA's Sydney (Bankstown) campus in target customer and product mix.
• Academia International: Private Australian VET and ELICOS provider serving international students on student visas. Similar mix of English-language preparation feeding into vocational qualifications across multiple disciplines.
• Stanley College: Perth-based private RTO and CRICOS provider offering a comparable VET portfolio (business, hospitality, IT, community services) primarily to international students on Australian student visas. Direct overlap in geography, target customer, and product mix.
• ELC (English Language Company): Sydney-based ELICOS provider whose students often progress into VET and higher education in Australia. Comparable to ATCWA's ELCWA English program and pathway positioning for international students.
• Australian Pacific College: Private Australian VET college delivering certificates and diplomas across business, hospitality, IT, and community services to international students via CRICOS registration. Closely comparable in course range, international-student focus, and Sydney/NSW delivery.

Broad incumbents

• Kaplan International Australia: Established private provider of English language programs and pathway/vocational courses to international students in Australia. Overlaps with ATCWA's ELICOS-to-VET journey, but at meaningfully larger scale and broader course portfolio.
• Navitas: Large public-listed education provider running college and pathway divisions that deliver English language (ELICOS) and vocational/tertiary preparation to international students across Australia and globally. A much broader incumbent spanning ATCWA's two pillars (ELICOS + VET).
• South Metropolitan TAFE: Western Australia's largest public TAFE, offering certificate to diploma-level vocational qualifications across many of the same fields as ATCWA (automotive, construction, hospitality, business). Operates at significantly larger scale with government backing and is a key substitute provider in the Perth market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/atcwa_perth
• Instagraminstagram.com/atcwa

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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