CAQA Publications

What CAQA Publications does

CAQA Publications is an Australian publisher of training and assessment resources for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs), TAFEs, and universities operating in the vocational education and training (VET) sector. The company offers a catalog of approximately 75,000 products spanning 40+ Australian training packages from Certificate I through Advanced Diploma, including Learning and Assessment Kits, Assessment Kits, Learner Resources, RPL Kits, LLN Kits, and compliance documentation. Resources are provided in editable Microsoft Word format and as SCORM-compliant e-learning content for LMS deployment, with all materials positioned as audit-ready for ASQA regulatory compliance.

The underlying technology is primarily document-centric: SCORM-compliant digital packages integrated with customer LMS systems, Word-based editable resources enabling RTO customization, and an emerging AIVR (Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality) initiative. Distribution combines a self-serve e-commerce storefront, inside phone sales, and enterprise field sales targeting large RTO and higher education accounts, with editorial reach through The VET Sector magazine and partnerships with the Australian Higher Education Group and Commonwealth School of Languages.

The business model is built on one-time perpetual licensing priced per qualification bundle (AUD $9,800-$11,500 regular, currently discounted to ~$3,400-$4,100 under a 65% Winter Sale), with unlimited student usage within the purchasing RTO. CAQA Publications operates as a subsidiary within the Career Calling International group alongside sister brands covering compliance consulting, skills training, LLND resources, intelligence/analytics, course delivery, and international expansion. The company reports 35+ team members with 200+ years of combined VET experience, 62,000+ newsletter subscribers, and ISO certifications across multiple management systems.

Name

CAQA Publications

Legal name

CAQA Publications

Website

https://caqapublications.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CAQA Publications is an Australian publisher of audit-ready training, assessment, and compliance resources for Registered Training Organisations, TAFEs, and universities, offering 75,000+ products across 40+ training packages through one-time perpetual licenses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training (VET) Publishing

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Software Publishers (513210)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Assessment, Testing & Exam Prep Publishing (MPAJABAF)

Keywords

• RTO training resources
• Vocational education materials
• Assessment kits
• RTO compliance resources
• Learner resources publishing

Headquarters

HQ city

Craigieburn

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Training and Assessment Resource Sales: Sale of comprehensive RTO training and assessment resources including Learning and Assessment Kits, Assessment Kits, Learner Resources, Learner Guides, Session Plans, PowerPoint presentations, Class Activity Books, Self-Study Guides, RPL Kits, LLN Kits, and Vocational Placement Kits. Products are sold as one-time licenses per RTO with unlimited student usage within that organisation.
2. Compliance and Policy Resources: Sale of RTO compliance resources including Policies and Procedures, RTO Forms, CRICOS Policies and Procedures, CRICOS Forms, and Compliance Resources for regulatory adherence.
3. ELICOS Resources: English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) resources including consultancy services, resources, policies, procedures, and forms.
4. Physical Educational Materials: Sale of physical products including Books, Audio and CD, Video tutorials, Software and CD-ROMs, Posters, charts and mats, Student resources, and Teacher resources.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CAQA Publications publishes and sells comprehensive, audit-ready training and assessment resources for Australian Registered Training Organisations (RTOs), TAFEs, and universities. The portfolio includes Learning and Assessment Kits, Assessment Kits, Learner Resources, SCORM-compliant e-learning materials, RPL Kits, LLN Kits, ELICOS resources, Vocational Placement Kits, and RTO compliance documentation (Policies, Procedures, Forms) covering 40+ Australian training packages. Resources are delivered in Microsoft Word format for easy customisation and licensed per RTO with unlimited student usage.

Product overview

CAQA Publications is a publisher of RTO (Registered Training Organisation) resources for the vocational education and training (VET) sector, offering a comprehensive portfolio of training and assessment materials. The product suite centers on Learning and Assessment Kits and Assessment Kits as core offerings, supplemented by Learner Resources (including Learner Guides, Session Plans, PowerPoint Presentations, Class Activity Books, and Self-Study Guides). The company provides SCORM-compliant e-learning materials, Skill Sets Resources, RPL Kits, LLN Kits, Vocational Placement Kits, and Training and Assessment Strategy templates. Additional offerings include ELICOS Resources for English language education, RTO Compliance Resources, Policies and Procedures documentation, and Forms. The company covers 40+ Australian training packages across sectors including Business Services (BSB), Health (HLT), Community Services (CHC), Information Technology (ICT), Tourism and Hospitality (SIT), and Training and Education (TAE). Resources are provided in Microsoft Word format with unlimited student licensing for RTOs. The company also operates CAQA Digital for online media solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CAQA Resources: Online platform for RTO training resources, learner resources, RPL kits, LLN kits, and assessment kits
• CAQA Skills
• CAQA LLND
• CAQA Intelligence
• CAQA Compliance
• CAQA Courses
• The VET Sector
• AHEG

Products and services

• Learning and Assessment Kits
• Assessment Kits
• Learner Resources
• SCORM Compliant Training Materials
• RPL Kits
• LLN Kits
• Vocational Placement Kits
• Skill Sets Resources
• Training and Assessment Strategy Templates
• ELICOS Resources
• RTO Compliance Resources
• Policies and Procedures
• Forms
• Training Package Resources
• Physical Learning Materials
• Unit Knowledge Guide

Quantifiable outcome

• 35+ expert team members with 200+ years combined industry experience
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Career Calling InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer Calling International is the parent/initiative behind CAQA Publications. Sukh Sandhu serves as Founder and Executive Director across both organisations. Multiple staff members work across both entities including Gurshaan Sandhu (Administrative Officer), Harneet Randhawa (Administration Manager), Ashish Silwal (Website/Software Developer), Abishek Timsina (Business/Data Analyst), Ahsan Iqbal (Instructional Designer), Pooja Siddhapura (Business Systems Project Officer), and Patrick Satapara (Senior Business System Project Officer).
• CAQA CompliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company providing RTO compliance services and solutions. Part of the CAQA group of companies offering integrated compliance, quality assurance, and training resource solutions.
• CAQA ResourcescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister brand under the CAQA umbrella, providing training and assessment resources. Synergistic brand offering comprehensive VET resource solutions.
• CAQA SkillscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company focusing on skills development and training solutions. Part of integrated CAQA service offering.
• CAQA LLNDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company specialising in Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) resources and support services.
• CAQA IntelligencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company providing intelligence and analytics solutions for the VET sector. Part of integrated CAQA ecosystem.
• CAQA InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational business development arm of CAQA, managed by Harpreet Randhawa as Manager of International Business Relations. Handles global market expansion and international partnerships.
• CAQA CoursescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company offering course development and delivery services. Integrated with CAQA Publications resource offerings.
• The VET Sector MagazinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustralia's most popular vocational education and training magazine, edited by Sukh Sandhu. CAQA Publications contributes editorial content and industry thought leadership through this publication.
• AHEG (Australian Higher Education Group)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustralian Higher Education Group consultants write resources for TAFE and University sector. Key strategic partner for higher education content development.
• Commonwealth School of Languages (CSOL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAQA Publications offers the best resources from Commonwealth School of Languages for language learning segment. Nia Kessler serves as Coordinator of CSOL.
• Online Media Solutions (OMS)coreTechnology or IntegrationDigital solutions partner managing website, software design and development. Vijay Patel leads Online Media Solutions/CAQA Digital. Ashish Silwal serves as Website and Software Designer and Developer.
• AO-CertifiedminorOthersProud member of AO-Certified industry association.
• Velg TrainingminorOthersProud member of Velg Training network.
• ITECAminorOthersProud member of ITECA (Institute of Technical Education and Training).

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Cloud Assess: Cloud-based assessment and learning platform purpose-built for Australian RTOs. Competes indirectly by enabling RTOs to author and manage their own compliant assessments rather than purchasing static kits.
• VETtrak: Long-standing Australian student management and compliance software for RTOs. Adjacent competitor because integrated platforms like this can disintermediate standalone resource publishers.

Direct peers

• eSkilled: Australian VET e-learning platform that combines LMS delivery with pre-built training resources for RTOs. Comparable in serving RTO compliance and assessment needs through digital delivery.
• Skills Certified: Australian VET resource publisher offering RTO training and assessment materials and compliance documentation. Closely comparable in product, customer (RTOs), and pricing structure.
• RTO Training and Consulting Group: Founded and led by the same Sukh Sandhu, this sister organisation provides RTO training delivery and consulting services. Shares the VET customer base and product ecosystem with CAQA Publications.
• CompliSpace / VET Compliance: Provider of compliance and policy documentation for RTOs in Australia, overlapping directly with CAQA's Policies, Procedures, Forms, and Compliance Resources product lines.
• TotalRTO: Australian publisher of training and assessment resources for RTOs across multiple training packages. Direct competitor to CAQA in the same per-qualification Word/SCORM resource bundle model.

Others

• ITECA (Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia): Peak industry body representing independent RTOs and higher education providers in Australia. CAQA holds membership, providing industry association context and customer access points comparable to its go-to-market.
• Velg Training: Australian VET professional development and training network. CAQA is a 'Proud Member', making Velg an ecosystem partner/advertising channel that connects CAQA to thousands of RTO decision-makers.

Broad incumbents

• TAFE Queensland / national TAFE system: Government-owned TAFEs are both customers of CAQA and, in some cases, in-house developers of training materials, representing a large incumbent counter-party in the Australian VET resources market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CAQAPublication
• Facebookfacebook.com/caqapublications
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/caqapublications
• Instagraminstagram.com/caqapublication

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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