Australian Workplace Training

What Australian Workplace Training does

Australian Workplace Training (AWT) is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number 40037) that has delivered vocational education and training since 2003. The company specialises in community services qualifications across five vertical areas: aged care and disability support, children's services (early childhood education and care), community services and youth work, mental health and leisure and health, and foundation skills. Course offerings span nine nationally recognised certificate and diploma qualifications under the CHC Community Services Training Package, complemented by HLTAID first aid short courses, targeted skill sets, and FSK foundation skills courses. AWT operates two physical campuses — Adelaide CBD (Level 6, 38 Currie St.) and Elizabeth (Raleigh Chambers, Elizabeth City Centre) — and delivers training through a blended model combining online study via its LearnLogin LMS, classroom sessions, live-streamed workshops, and mandatory work placement hours.

The business model is a direct-to-consumer vocational training provider. Students pay fee-for-service (ranging from $2,775 for a Certificate III to $7,000 for the Diploma of Community Services) or access government-subsidised places through the South Australian Government's Skills SA program, with concessional rates for eligible residents. Revenue mechanics thus blend one-time course fees with subsidised funding contracts. The go-to-market relies on the awt.edu.au website, social media (Facebook, Instagram), education agent referrals, and industry partner referrals. A defined host employer network of approximately ten aged care, disability, early childhood, and community services providers (including Calvary, Southern Cross Care, Workskil, St. Raphael's, and Children First) supplies the mandatory work placement component that underpins qualification completion.

Underlying technology is a standard Learning Management System (awt.learnlogin.com) used for content delivery, assessment submission, and progress tracking, augmented by a CareerHub platform connecting students with part-time and casual employment opportunities. Success and Wellbeing Services are delivered via partnerships with SYC, Tauondi Aboriginal College, and WISE Training Services to support student retention. The company is privately held (Australian Workplace Training PTY LTD), headquartered in Elizabeth, South Australia, with 11-50 employees and no disclosed institutional funding or M&A activity.

Name

Australian Workplace Training

Legal name

Australian Workplace Training PTY LTD

Website

https://awt.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Australian Workplace Training is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40037) delivering nationally recognised vocational qualifications in aged care, disability, early childhood education, community services, and youth work to individual students across two Adelaide campuses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Educational Services (61), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAOAMAK

Occupational Safety, OSHA & Workplace Compliance Training

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Protective Services & Public Safety Training

SECONDARYEDACAIAB

In-Service Professional Development (Workshops/Institutes/Short Courses)

Education/Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Teacher Training & Professional Development

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Community services courses
• Aged care training
• Disability support qualifications
• Early childhood education

Headquarters

HQ city

Elizabeth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Course Fees - Self-Funded: Fee-for-service model where students pay full course costs. Prices range from $2,775 (Certificate III) to $6,930 (Diploma) depending on qualification level and specialization.
2. Government Subsidized Training: Skills SA funded training for eligible South Australian residents. Subsidized courses include concession and non-concession fee options. Students may access multiple subsidized places based on prior qualifications and employment status.
3. Short Course Fees: First aid and CPR training offered as standalone short courses at $50-$175 per participant

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Australian Workplace Training (AWT) is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40037) that delivers nationally recognised vocational qualifications and short courses. The portfolio includes Certificate III, Certificate IV and Diploma level programs across community services, aged care, disability support, early childhood education and care, youth work, mental health, and leisure and health, complemented by First Aid short courses, Skills Sets, and Foundation Skills courses. Delivery combines classroom, online, livestream, and mandatory workplace placement components.

Product overview

Australian Workplace Training (AWT) is a South Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40037) that delivers a portfolio of nationally recognised vocational education and training qualifications. The core offering consists of certificate and diploma-level courses across community services, early childhood education and care, aged care, disability support, mental health, youth work, and leisure and health sectors. These are complemented by short courses including First Aid training (HLTAID009, HLTAID011, HLTAID012), Skills Sets for targeted upskilling, and Foundation Skills courses (FSK Training Package). AWT provides flexible blended learning delivery combining online study, classroom sessions, live streams, and mandatory workplace components. Student support services, including Success and Wellbeing services through approved government partners, are integrated throughout the training journey.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support A nationally recognised qualification preparing students to provide person-centred care and support to older people and individuals with disability, with specialisations in Ageing, Disability, or Dual (Ageing & Disability). Fee for service: $2,950. Minimum 120 hours work placement.
• CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support A nationally recognised qualification empowering students to support people with disability to live independently with dignity and inclusion, delivering person-centred care and advocating for community participation. Fee for service: $2,920.
• CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care A nationally recognised qualification equipping students with practical skills to nurture children's learning, wellbeing, and development in early learning settings through play-based learning. Fee for service: $3,875. Minimum 160 hours work placement.
• CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care A nationally recognised diploma equipping students with advanced skills to design, implement, and manage inclusive programs that nurture children's learning, wellbeing, and development. Fee for service: $6,765. Minimum 280 hours work placement.
• CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services A nationally recognised qualification preparing students for careers supporting individuals, families, and communities to improve wellbeing and quality of life. Fee for service: $2,775. Minimum 200 hours work placement.
• CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work A nationally recognised qualification equipping students with skills, knowledge, and confidence to support, mentor, and advocate for youth facing diverse challenges. Fee for service: $3,900. 180 hours work placement.
• CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services A nationally recognised diploma with specialisations in General, Case Management, and Children, Youth & Family Welfare. Equips students with advanced skills in leadership, advocacy, and person-centred practice. Fees vary by specialisation ($6,525-$7,000). Minimum 100 hours work placement.
• CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health A nationally recognised qualification equipping students with skills to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges and promote recovery-focused care. Fee for service: $3,960. Minimum 80 hours work placement.
• CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health A nationally recognised qualification equipping students to plan, implement, and evaluate recreational and leisure programs that enrich lives in aged care, disability, and community settings. Fee for service: $3,980. Minimum 120 hours work placement.
• Foundation Skills Courses Nationally recognised courses (FSK10119 Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways, FSK10219 Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways, FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways) designed to develop essential language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills.
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation A half-day nationally recognised course teaching essential life-saving skills including CPR on adults and infants and AED usage. Fee: $50 per participant.
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid A one-day nationally recognised course equipping students with knowledge and confidence to respond effectively to a wide range of emergencies including first aid procedures, CPR, and AED usage. Fee: $110.
• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting A nationally recognised course designed for educators and childcare workers covering emergency response for infants, children, and adults including asthma, anaphylaxis, and CPR. Fee: $175.
• Skills Sets Nationally recognised skill sets composed of selected units of competency from nationally endorsed training packages, offering targeted industry-specific skills in Individual Support and Aged Care, Disability Support, Mental Health and Community Services, Early Childhood Education and Care, Infection Control and Work Health & Safety, and Foundation and Employability Skills.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students gain nationally recognized qualifications aligned with Australian Industry需求
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SYCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSYC is an approved Success and Wellbeing Services (SWS) provider working with AWT to support students facing personal or learning challenges. Through tailored guidance and wellbeing support, SYC helps students stay engaged, build confidence, and complete their training successfully.
• Tauondi Aboriginal CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTauondi Aboriginal College is an Aboriginal Community Controlled RTO and SWS provider with a long-standing history of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners. In partnership with AWT, Tauondi provides culturally safe, individualised SWS support that empowers students to stay engaged, build confidence, and succeed in their studies and future pathways.
• WISE Training Services (formerly Interskills)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWISE Training Services brings extensive experience in supporting learners through tailored wellbeing, employability, and training support initiatives. As an approved Success and Wellbeing Services (SWS) provider, WISE works closely with AWT to help students overcome barriers to learning, stay engaged in their studies, and achieve positive outcomes in both education and employment.
• Ocean GroveminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHost employer providing work placement opportunities for AWT students in the community services sector.
• Calvary Flora McDonaldminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAged care facility providing work placement opportunities for AWT students pursuing aged care qualifications.
• Southern Cross CareminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAged care and community services provider offering work placement opportunities for AWT students.
• WorkskilminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEmployment services provider partnering with AWT to support student career pathways and work placements.
• St. Raphael's Home for the AgedminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAged care residential facility providing work placement opportunities for AWT students.
• Sunny Dale Supportive CareminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDisability support services provider offering placement opportunities for AWT students.
• Children First Early EducationminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEarly childhood education center providing work placement opportunities for AWT children's services students.
• Little Shining StarsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEarly childhood education service providing work placement opportunities for AWT students.
• Two Wells Stepping StonesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDisability services provider offering placement opportunities for AWT students.
• Total Support ServicesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCommunity services provider offering work placement opportunities for AWT students across various community sectors.
• Skills SA (South Australian Government)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment department providing subsidised training funding for eligible South Australian residents. AWT delivers contracted training under Skills SA guidelines with eligibility verification, Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) processes, and Participant Number registration.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Open Colleges: One of Australia's largest private online RTOs, offering CHC33021, CHC43121, CHC30125, and CHC52025 equivalents to a national audience. Overlaps directly with AWT's course portfolio and competes on price and convenience for self-funded learners.
• Think Education: Australian private VET/HE provider delivering certificates and diplomas across community services, health, and education support. Comparable in course portfolio to AWT and competes for similar students via flexible online and blended delivery.
• UP Education: Trans-Tasman private education group that owns and operates multiple Australian RTOs delivering community services, health, and early childhood qualifications. A direct peer in scale and product mix, with potential roll-up interest in regional RTOs like AWT.
• Foundation Education: Private online RTO offering aged care, community services, and early childhood qualifications nationally. Closely comparable in course mix to AWT and competes for the same self-funded and employer-sponsored student segments.
• TAFE SA: The public TAFE in South Australia, delivering subsidised certificates and diplomas across aged care, community services, and early childhood education. Directly competes with AWT for the same subsidised students in the same geography under the same Skills SA framework.

Broad incumbents

• TAFE NSW: Australia's largest TAFE, with extensive community services, aged care, and early childhood offerings. Acts as a broad incumbent setting competitive benchmarks for subsidised pricing and course breadth across Australian VET.
• Holmesglen: Major Victorian TAFE delivering health, community services, and education support qualifications. Comparable in the VET training package space and increasingly relevant as a national online RTO competitor to AWT.
• Chisholm Institute: Large Victorian TAFE delivering VET qualifications across health, community services, and early childhood with a broader portfolio than AWT. A broad incumbent that competes for online and government-funded students nationwide.

Regional players

• TAFE Queensland: Queensland's public TAFE with similar VET offerings in aged care, community services, and early childhood. Regional player that does not directly compete in AWT's South Australian territory but competes in the national online market.
• North Metropolitan TAFE: Western Australian public TAFE delivering aged care, community services, and ECEC qualifications. Geographic peer in a different state, useful as a benchmark for state-level TAFE operating models.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/australianworkplacetraining
• Instagraminstagram.com/australianworkplacetraining
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/australian-workplace-training

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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