Start an RTO

About Start an RTO

The honest numbers on starting an RTO: application fees, the cost of resources and systems, how long each stage runs, and where the money usually goes further than expected.

Application costs ASQA's fees are published and predictable. They are rarely what makes the project expensive.

Resources and systems Training and assessment resources, a student management system and an LMS. Usually the largest single line.

People before revenue Trainers and a compliance lead are needed before the first enrolment, which is where working capital gets consumed.

Timeline Preparation is the long part. The assessment itself is comparatively short.

The rectification window Budget for it. Most first applications receive requests for further evidence.

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