Accredited Qualification

An accredited qualification means your course is nationally recognised, meets quality standards, and addresses the needs of industry, employers, or the community. It ensures you learn the right skills and knowledge, and provides a solid basis for assessment.


Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

The AQF is the official system for regulated qualifications in Australian education and training, agreed upon by government bodies across Australia.


Development Workshop

Development Workshops are a great way for learners to build new knowledge and skills in a supportive classroom environment. These sessions cover both the theory and the practical elements of your training. You’ll be encouraged to get involved by joining discussions, completing assessments, and participating in hands-on tasks. It’s also a good opportunity to meet other students, share ideas, and ask any questions you might have.

During these workshops, you might:

  • Complete assessments in class
  • Discuss and work through case studies
  • Take part in practical, simulated tasks
  • Join activities, either individually or in groups

Session plans and materials will be provided on the day. Make sure you read and study these carefully to get the most out of your workshop and to prepare for your assessments and work placement. Remember to bring your own basic stationery, such as a notepad, pens, pencils, and an eraser, to every workshop.

Learners are expected to complete any required readings or coursework as directed by your trainer. Your trainer may also assign assessments to be completed in your own time.


Self-Study

You’re expected to complete any assigned readings or coursework as directed by your trainer. Your trainer may also give you assessments to complete in your own time.


Site Visits

Site visits are an important part of assessing your chosen qualification. During these visits, your trainer will watch you working with a resident or client to see how you use your classroom knowledge and skills in real-life situations. Before your first site visit, we’ll talk with you about how to get permission from residents or clients for us to observe your work.


Tutorials, Review Tutorials, and One-to-One Tutorials

Tutorials give you the chance to ask questions and strengthen what you’ve learned in development workshops. Review tutorials and one-to-one tutorials offer even more personalised support. You can book these sessions through the student portal.


Units of Competency

Each accredited course has a set number of units of competency you must complete. Each unit describes a specific work task, the standard expected in the workplace, and the evidence needed for assessment. Assessors use this evidence to decide if you are competent in the unit.


Work Placement

Work placements allow you to use your practical skills and classroom knowledge in a real workplace. During your placement, trainers will arrange visits to watch and assess you at work. If you study at Amana Living Training Institute, you can do your placement at one of Amana Living’s care facilities across the Perth Metro area. We also work with other care providers throughout WA to arrange placements in areas such as disability support and community care.

To find out more about work placements, see here.