Training Unlimited

What Training Unlimited does

Training Unlimited Pty Ltd is an Australian vocational education provider operating as an accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID 20891) under the Australian Skills Quality Authority. The company delivers nationally recognised Certificate III and Diploma qualifications — primarily through workplace-based traineeships and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathways — across early childhood education and care (ECEC), aged care, disability support, retail, and hospitality sectors. It complements these accredited programmes with short accredited courses (First Aid, CPR, Childcare First Aid, Food Safety Supervisor, White Card) and an extensive catalogue of online professional development modules covering Aged Care Quality Standards, dementia care, infection control, medication management, fire safety, work health and safety, and other compliance topics.

The company is headquartered in Bibra Lake, Perth, and operates across Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, and Queensland, with additional national reach into Victoria through its flagship Hungry Jack's traineeship partnership. Its technology stack centres on a proprietary Learning Management System at learn.trainingunlimited.com.au for online course delivery, a Cloud Assess platform (tu.assessapp.com) for trainee progress tracking and workplace observations, and interactive multimedia course content. The company employs 11–50 staff and is led by Director Eric Ripps and WA State Manager Michelle Smeets, alongside a specialist management team covering ECEC, L&D, national accounts, and data operations.

Training Unlimited generates revenue through four primary streams: government-subsidised traineeships (which will be fee-free for eligible new students in 2026 under WA and Australian Government programmes), full-fee traineeships at $6,000 for non-eligible students, individual online courses priced at $49 each (with specialised courses such as Understanding Dementia at $199), and corporate group training with volume discounts for 25+ employees. Its distribution model is hybrid: direct-to-consumer online self-serve for short courses, direct enrolment for traineeships via website and phone, and a dedicated B2B group training function for corporate clients. The company is privately held, founder/owner-operated, with no external institutional investors or parent company relationships disclosed, and partners with major employer brands including Hungry Jack's, Goodstart Early Learning, At Home Care, Aegis Aged Care, Avivo, ALYV, and the Autism Association of Western Australia to provide workplace-based traineeship placement.

Name

Training Unlimited

Legal name

Training Unlimited Pty Ltd

Website

https://trainingunlimited.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Training Unlimited is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID 20891) delivering accredited vocational traineeships, short courses, and online professional development in aged care, childcare, disability support, retail, and hospitality across WA, SA, TAS, QLD, and VIC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional & Applied Skills Noncredit Certificates (Non-licensure) (EDAAAEAD)

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Traineeship programs
• Aged care training
• Childcare qualifications
• Workplace compliance courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Traineeship Programs: Government-subsidised traineeships in aged care, childcare, retail, and hospitality. For eligible students, training is fully subsidised by WA and Australian Government programs (e.g., fee free in 2026). Non-eligible students pay full course fees up to $6,000.
2. Short Online Courses: Individual online courses priced at $49 each (e.g., Aged Care Quality Standards modules, infection control, medication management, first aid). One-time purchase per course with same-day certificate upon completion.
3. Group Corporate Training: B2B staff training for organisations with corporate discounts for 25 or more employees. Courses include First Aid, CPR, Food Safety Supervisor, White Card, and workplace compliance training. Minimum participant requirements apply per course type.
4. Understanding Dementia Course: Specialised online course priced at $199, providing knowledge and skills for individualised support and person-centred care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Training Unlimited is an accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID 20891) that delivers nationally recognised vocational qualifications through workplace-based traineeships, Recognition of Prior Learning pathways, classroom delivery, and online courses. Its portfolio spans Certificate III and Diploma qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care, Individual Support (Ageing and Disability), Retail, and Hospitality, alongside short courses in First Aid, CPR, Food Safety Supervisor, and White Card, plus a catalogue of online professional development courses priced at $49 each.

Product overview

Training Unlimited is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID 20891) offering a portfolio of vocational education products consisting of accredited Certificate and Diploma qualifications delivered as traineeships and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathways, complemented by a suite of short courses (First Aid, CPR, Childcare First Aid, Food Safety Supervisor, White Card) and an extensive online professional development platform. The core qualifications include Certificate III and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability specializations), Certificate III in Retail, and Certificate III in Hospitality. The online course catalog covers Aged Care Quality Standards, Understanding Dementia, Business, Health Care, Human Resources, Fire Safety, Work Health and Safety, Retail, Hospitality, Childcare, Construction, and Personal Development topics, with most online courses priced at $49. The company also offers group training services for businesses with minimum participant requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Traineeship) Nationally accredited Certificate III qualification delivered as workplace-based traineeship in WA, SA, and TAS, providing essential skills for working in early childhood education and care settings.
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (RPL) Recognition of Prior Learning pathway for the Certificate III in ECEC allowing students to gather evidence through workplace experience in WA.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Traineeship) Advanced diploma qualification delivered as workplace-based traineeship in WA, SA, and TAS, deepening expertise in child development and educational practices.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (RPL) Recognition of Prior Learning pathway for the Diploma of ECEC in WA, allowing experienced workers to gain formal qualification through evidence submission.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) - Traineeship Nationally accredited Certificate III focusing on ageing support, delivered as traineeship in Perth WA, preparing students for aged care roles.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) - Traineeship Nationally accredited Certificate III focusing on disability support, delivered as traineeship in Perth WA, preparing students for disability care roles.
• Certificate III in Retail - Traineeship Nationally accredited retail qualification delivered as workplace-based traineeship in WA.
• Certificate III in Hospitality - Traineeship Nationally accredited hospitality qualification delivered as workplace-based traineeship in QLD, SA, and TAS.
• CPR Course Cardiopulmonary resuscitation training course available weekly in-person at Bibra Lake, Perth.
• First Aid Course Nationally accredited first aid training course available weekly in-person at Bibra Lake, Perth.
• Childcare First Aid Course Specialized first aid training for childcare workers covering infant and child emergency response.
• Food Safety Supervisor Course Food safety training for supervisory roles in food handling businesses in Perth.
• White Card Course Construction induction training required for working on construction sites in Perth.
• Understanding Dementia Online Course Online course providing knowledge and skills to provide individualized support and person-centred care for those with dementia, priced at $199 with same-day certificate.
• Aged Care Quality Standards Online Courses Suite of online courses covering each of the 8 Aged Care Quality Standards, priced at $49 each.
• Safe Medication Management Online Course Online training for nurses and midwives on safe medication management, administration and calculation, priced at $49 for 50 minutes.
• Safe Medication Management including IV Therapy Online Course Advanced medication management training including IV therapy for healthcare professionals, priced at $49 for 60 minutes.
• Trauma-Informed Care Awareness Online Course Non-accredited course building awareness of trauma-informed care practices in healthcare settings, priced at $49 for 30 minutes.
• Infection Prevention and Control Online Courses Suite of infection control courses including basics, standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, and hand hygiene for healthcare workers.
• Manual Tasks in Aged Care Online Course Training on safely performing manual tasks in aged care environments, priced at $49.
• Reporting Abuse and Serious Incidents Online Course Training on identifying, reporting and responding to abuse of older people in home and community aged care settings, priced at $49 for 65 minutes.
• Health Services Induction Online Course Foundation training for healthcare workers covering safety, infection control, and professional conduct, priced at $49 for 45 minutes.
• Diabetes in Aged Care Online Course Training for personal care workers on diabetes care in aged care settings, priced at $49 for 45 minutes.
• Business Online Courses Professional skills online courses covering business topics for workplace upskilling.
• Health Care Online Courses Healthcare professional development online courses for aged care sector workers.
• Human Resources Online Courses Online courses covering workplace HR topics including bullying, harassment, and employment practices.
• Fire Safety Online Courses Online fire safety training including awareness, extinguisher use, and warden training.
• Work Health and Safety Online Courses WHS online courses covering workplace safety, manual handling, and hazardous chemicals.
• Retail Online Courses Professional development online courses for retail sector workers.
• Hospitality Online Courses Professional development online courses for hospitality sector workers.
• Childcare Online Courses Professional development online courses for early childhood education and care sector.
• Construction Online Courses Construction industry professional development including white card refresher training.
• Personal Development Online Courses General personal and professional development online courses.
• Group Training Services Customized workplace training for businesses including First Aid, Childcare First Aid, CPR, Food Safety and White Card, delivered at client sites or Bibra Lake venue, with corporate discounts for 25+ employees and minimum participant requirements per course type.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fee-free training available for new students to Aged Care in 2026 through government subsidisation
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Goodstart Early LearningcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEstablished traineeship partner offering invaluable work placement opportunities for ECEC trainees. As one of Australia's largest early childhood education providers, Goodstart Early Learning provides trainees with real-world experience essential for their qualification and professional development.
• At Home CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraineeship partner providing work placement for disability support trainees. Notably, At Home Care nominated trainee Lauryn for the 2024 WA Training Awards and WA Disability Awards Trainee of the Year, demonstrating strong commitment to trainee development and recognition.
• Aegis Aged Care GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraineeship partner providing work placement opportunities for aged care trainees. Aegis Aged Care Group is a major residential aged care provider whose partnership ensures trainees receive quality workplace experience in aged care settings.
• Avivo Aged CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraineeship partner providing work placement opportunities for aged care trainees. Avivo Aged Care supports Training Unlimited's traineeship programme by offering real-world aged care training environments.
• ALYV Autism Support ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraineeship partner providing work placement for disability support trainees specialising in autism. Partnership enables Training Unlimited to place trainees in specialised disability support environments.
• Autism Association of Western AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraineeship partner providing work placement opportunities for disability support trainees. As a leading autism support organisation in WA, the partnership provides trainees with specialised experience in autism care and support.
• Hungry Jack'sflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational corporate partnership for retail and hospitality traineeships across QLD, SA, TAS, WA, and VIC. Dedicated national account manager and hospitality training specialists assigned to the programme. The partnership has produced award-winning trainees including QLD Metro Large Employer of the Year (2023) and North QLD Region Trainee of the Year (Jack Harris). Described as a flagship traineeship programme for Training Unlimited.
• Training Services WA / WA GovernmentcoreOthersGovernment body responsible for determining student eligibility for subsidised vocational training under the WA Government's subsidised training framework. Funding enables fee-free training for eligible students in 2026.
• Jobs and Skills WAcoreOthersWA Government initiative (part of the Department of Training and Workforce Development) providing subsidised training places. Training Unlimited is listed as an approved provider, enabling subsidised course delivery across its qualification catalogue.
• Skills Ready ProgrammeminorOthersWA Government training programme providing access to subsidised or free training for eligible students. Training Unlimited participates in this programme to offer reduced-fee courses.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• TAFE SA: South Australian public TAFE providing the same suite of Certificate III and Diploma-level qualifications (ECEC, aged care, hospitality, retail) that Training Unlimited delivers in SA under its subsidised traineeship model.
• North Metropolitan TAFE (TAFE WA): Major Western Australian public TAFE delivering Certificate III and Diploma-level qualifications in aged care, ECEC, hospitality, and retail across Perth metro. Directly overlaps with Training Unlimited's core traineeship catalogue in WA, but as a public institution with significantly broader course breadth.
• Chisholm Institute: Major Victorian public TAFE and one of the largest VET providers in Australia, offering overlapping Certificate III and Diploma programs in early childhood education, aged care, and community services that compete with Training Unlimited's planned VIC expansion.
• TAFE Queensland: Large Queensland public TAFE delivering accredited VET qualifications, including the same Certificate III in Individual Support, Hospitality, and Retail traineeships that Training Unlimited offers in QLD through partners like Hungry Jack's.
• TasTAFE: Tasmania's public TAFE provider delivering VET qualifications across ECEC, aged care, hospitality, and retail — the same vocational sectors in which Training Unlimited operates traineeships in Tasmania.

Direct peers

• Foundation Education: For-profit national RTO delivering VET qualifications with a strong focus on health, community services, and early childhood education. Operates a similar hybrid online + traineeship model to Training Unlimited and competes for the same student and employer-partner pipeline.
• RMIT Online (RMIT Training): For-profit online training arm of RMIT University offering nationally recognised VET and short courses in community services, aged care, and business. Overlaps with Training Unlimited's online catalogue and B2B group training positioning, with significantly stronger brand.
• Academies Australasia: ASX-listed private VET and higher education provider operating multiple Australian RTO brands delivering Certificate III to Advanced Diploma qualifications across business, community services, and early childhood education. Comparable for-profit, multi-brand RTO model.
• Open Colleges (UP Education): Australia's largest for-profit online RTO, delivering subsidised and full-fee Certificate III and Diploma-level qualifications in aged care, childcare, and community services nationally. Closest business-model comparable to Training Unlimited's online and traineeship delivery, but at much greater scale.
• Swinburne Open Education: For-profit online VET arm of Swinburne University of Technology delivering Certificate III and Diploma-level qualifications, including aged care, education support, and community services. Direct competitor in the online traineeship and short-course market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TrainingUnlimitedRTO
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/training-unlimited-pty-ltd-rto-id-20891
• Instagraminstagram.com/trainingunlimited_rto20891

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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