Pivot Training RTO #46089

What Pivot Training RTO #46089 does

Pivot Training RTO #46089 is an Australian non-profit Registered Training Organisation operating under RTO code 46089 and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). It is a brand of the Eighty9 Group, delivering vocational education and training since 1989 from its head office at 255 Port Road, Hindmarsh, South Australia, with additional training academies in Adelaide (SA) and Perth (WA). The company serves individual learners, employers, secondary schools, and Employment Services Providers, with a particular focus on disadvantaged and unemployed Australians.

The product portfolio spans accredited Certificate I through Certificate III qualifications in Business (BSB30120), Retail (SIR30216), Individual Support/Disability and Ageing (CHC33021), and Foundation Skills (FSK10119, FSK10219, FSK20119), supplemented by short courses and skill sets in workplace technology, customer service, digital essentials, and business mindset. Delivery is supported by an online eLearning platform built around a simulated business and retail environment for practical skill application, with study modes including in-class, fully online, blended, traineeships, and VET in Schools. A flagship offering is the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program — fully funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations — alongside South Australian Subsidised Training through Skills SA.

The business model is a hybrid of government-funded delivery (SEE Program, SA Subsidised Training), fee-for-service short courses (e.g., Workplace Technology Skill Set at $560), employer-funded traineeships, and organisation-based enrolment through purchase orders from employers, schools, and Employment Services Providers. Go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer enrolment via the website and learner portal, community-led referrals through ESP and school networks, and sales-led organisation enrolment. Pricing varies by course and participant eligibility, with free access for eligible SEE participants and subsidised pricing for SA residents.

Name

Pivot Training RTO #46089

Legal name

Pivot Training

Website

https://pivottraining.net.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Pivot Training RTO #46089 is an ASQA-accredited Australian Registered Training Organisation (part of the Eighty9 Group) delivering accredited vocational education in Business, Retail, Individual Support, and Foundation Skills to individuals, employers, schools, and Employment Services Providers across South Australia and Western Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce & Career Transition Noncredit Programs (EDAAAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Career Readiness & College Prep (In-School) (EDAJAFAM)

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Accredited short courses
• Registered training organisation
• Foundation skills training
• Workplace traineeships

Headquarters

HQ city

Hindmarsh

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government-funded training delivery: Delivery of funded training programs including the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program, fully funded by the Australian Government for eligible participants
2. Subsidised training: South Australian Subsidised Training providing government-subsidised course fees for eligible students
3. Fee-for-service courses: Full-fee paying courses for individuals not eligible for subsidies, with specific course costs disclosed (e.g., Workplace Technology Skill Set $560.00)
4. Employer-funded training: Training delivered to employees of organisations through traineeships and workplace-based training, funded by employers or industry programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pivot Training is a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO 46089) delivering accredited vocational education courses across Business, Retail, Individual Support (Disability and Ageing), and Foundation Skills. The portfolio includes Certificate I–III qualifications, short courses, and skill sets delivered via in-class, online, blended, traineeship, and VET in Schools modes. A flagship offering is the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program, fully funded by the Australian Government.

Product overview

Pivot Training RTO #46089 operates as a nationally recognized Registered Training Organisation delivering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational education courses across multiple industries. The offering consists of accredited qualifications (Certificates I through III) in Business, Retail, and Individual Support (Disability and Ageing), supplemented by short courses and skill sets covering workplace technology, customer service, and business skills. A key differentiator is the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program—a free Australian Government funded initiative providing training in reading, writing, English, maths, and digital skills. The organisation offers flexible study modes including in-class, online eLearning, blended delivery, traineeships, and VET in Schools programs. All courses utilise a simulated business environment for practical skill development, and the offering includes bridging courses, recognition of prior learning (RPL), and dedicated support services for job placement. The portfolio spans from foundational entry-level certificates through to full qualifications, enabling pathways from basic skill development to employment-ready credentials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CHCSS00133 - Induction to Disability Support Skill Set An introductory skill set for individuals seeking to enter the disability support sector, providing foundational knowledge for working with people with disabilities.
• CHC33021 - Certificate III in Individual Support A nationally recognised qualification preparing learners for roles in disability and aged care support, with delivery variants covering individual support, disability specialisation, and ageing and disability combined.
• BSB30120 - Certificate III in Business A qualification developing business skills including clerical and administrative tasks, operational challenges, and technology use in workplace environments, with a customer engagement specialisation available.
• SIR30216 - Certificate III in Retail A qualification for individuals seeking retail careers, covering customer engagement, store operations, security, stock control, and customer service skills, delivered using a simulated retail environment.
• BSB20120 - Certificate II in Workplace Skills A foundational qualification preparing individuals for workforce entry, equipping them with essential procedural, clerical, and administrative skills, delivered using a simulated business environment.
• BSBSS00119 - Customer Service Skill Set A skill set equipping learners with essential customer service skills and knowledge for delivering exceptional service and resolving complaints across various contexts.
• BSBSS00112 - Workplace Technology Skill Set An introductory skill set covering business applications including document design, spreadsheets, electronic presentations, and internet research skills, with full-fee pricing of $560.00.
• Digital Essentials A foundational digital skills course covering operation of digital devices for work or job searching, including smartphones and tablets, with no prior knowledge required.
• STRIVE A short course focused on developing workplace readiness and professional skills for learners preparing to enter the workforce.
• Providing Customer Service A course equipping learners with skills for diverse customer service positions, including guidance on products, customer engagement, and inquiry handling.
• Develop your Business Mindset A short course developing transferable skills in work planning, personal well-being, sustainable practices, and critical thinking within team settings.
• Business Software Applications (BSA) A short course tailored for individuals enhancing expertise in business and administrative operations, delivered entirely online with a simulated business environment.
• BSB10120 - Certificate I in Workplace Skills A qualification for those stepping into the workforce, focusing on fundamental tasks and transferrable employability skills using a simulated business environment.
• FSK20119 - Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways A qualification developing foundation skills for work and vocational pathways, preparing learners for employment and further training.
• FSK10219 - Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways A foundational qualification helping learners develop skills needed to progress toward vocational pathways and employment.
• FSK10119 - Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways An entry-level qualification providing access to vocational pathways for learners needing foundational skill development.
• Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program A free training program funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, providing training in reading, writing, maths, English language, and digital skills to help eligible job seekers aged 15+ who are Australian citizens or permanent visa holders improve employability.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free training for eligible Australians through SEE Program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Eighty9 Group (Eighty9 Limited)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1989Pivot Training is a proud brand of the Eighty9 Group, a parent company that has been delivering service excellence to the Australian community since 1989. The Eighty9 Group encompasses multiple service brands providing training and employment services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Upskilled: Private RTO specialising in online vocational courses (business, retail, community services) with similar online+self-paced delivery model to Pivot. Comparable course catalogue and target learner demographic.
• atWork Australia: Disability Employment Services (DES) and jobactive provider that partners with RTOs and delivers its own training pathways for disadvantaged job seekers. Comparable to Pivot's ESP-referred, disadvantaged-learner-focused training delivery.
• Sarina Russo Group: Diversified Australian group offering employment services, training, and youth programs through Sarina Russo Jobs Network and affiliated RTOs. Operates a similar blended model of ESP referrals, government-funded programs, and employer traineeships across multiple states.
• Open Colleges: Large private RTO offering online Certificate II/III courses in business, retail, and community services nationally. Competes with Pivot for self-paced online learners seeking the same accredited qualifications.
• TrainSmart Australia: ASQA-registered RTO delivering accredited short courses and Certificate I-III programs with strong ESP and employer partnerships. Comparable scale, accreditation model, and target learner segments to Pivot.
• Australian College of Training and Employment (ACTE): Private RTO delivering Certificate-level courses in business, leadership, and individual support, with pathways from foundation skills to accredited qualifications. Comparable mid-sized private RTO targeting similar learner profiles.
• MAX Solutions: Australian employment services provider that combines jobactive/DES referrals with training delivery through its own registered training operations. Compares to Pivot on the ESP-referral-plus-funded-training model and government-funded employment program delivery.

Broad incumbents

• North Metropolitan TAFE: Western Australia's largest public TAFE providing vocational education in Perth. Pivot's Perth training academy competes with North Metropolitan TAFE on foundation skills, business, retail, and individual support courses.
• TAFE SA: South Australia's publicly funded TAFE college delivering VET across a much broader course catalogue (trades, health, business, foundation skills). Directly competes with Pivot in Adelaide for SEE-eligible and Certificate-level enrolments but at significantly greater scale and brand recognition.

Regional players

• Busy at Work: Queensland-based employment services and training provider operating under the busy group with government-funded SEE-equivalent programs. Comparable operational model focused on disadvantaged job seekers; differs geographically from Pivot's SA/WA focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pivottraining

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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