✅ Services Overview

Assessment Validation

IAVS partners with RTOs to systematically scrutinize assessment tools and processes, ensuring they yield valid, reliable, and consistent judgments. Attention is paid to aligning tools with training package/syllabus standards, and embedding the Principles of Assessment—validity, reliability, fairness, flexibility—as well because the Rules of Evidence

Assessment Design

For RTOs needing curriculum development, IAVS develops learner-centric assessment instruments. These are built to be compliant, practical, and fit-for-purpose.

Professional Development

They offer tailored training to upskill trainers and assessors, enhancing both compliance and teaching effectiveness in VET environments.

Audit & Compliance Advice

The consultancy provides pre-audit preparation and expert advice to aid RTOs navigate ASQA regulations and continuously meet compliance standards.

Research & Project Management

They also embark on targeted research and oversight of VET-related research projects, contributing to sector innovation and improvement.

👤 Experienced Leadership

At the helm is Ruth Walker, IAVS’s CEO, whose background encompasses over 28 years in VET training, assessment, auditing, and educational research. Her resume spans TAFE, NSW Department of Education, Swinburne University, and ASQA itself—lending powerful sector insight

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📚 Thought Leadership & Resources

The IAVS website incorporates a well-curated blog—including the standout “Down the rabbit hole with all the SRTO 2025 (Standards 1.3 & 1.5)” post—that explores the historical and evolving requirements of assessment validation in Australia

. This article traces the shift in validation expectations—from post-assessment review under AQTF, to mandatory pre-use validation within the updated Standards for RTOs 2025.

🛡️ Regulatory Context

Assessment validation is legally mandated by ASQA standards:

Pre-use validation ensures tools are reviewed before first use.

Post-assessment validation audits judgment consistency through representative sampling

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This aligns with current compliance clauses (1.8–1.11) which need ongoing validation planning, qualified validators, and continuous system improvement.

🎯 Why IAVS Stands Out

Deep VET expertise: Ruth Walker’s experience spans multiple education contexts and regulatory settings.

Comprehensive service suite: From initial design to compliance audits and staff training.

Up-to- YOURURL.com : Blogs and resources that contextualize new requirements—especially the SRTO 2025 changes.

Tailored support: One-on-one consultancy that goes past generic advice.

📌 Key Benefits for RTOs

Regulatory compliance: Ensuring that assessment tools, practices, and validation protocols satisfy ASQA standards.

Quality assurance: Fostering valid and fair learner assessments through continuous review.

Staff capability: Enhancing assessor skills in both design and evaluation phases.

Risk mitigation: Preparing RTOs ahead of audits and reducing compliance-related issues.

🏁 Conclusion

With a powerful focus on both pre-use and post-assessment validation, IAVS offers well-rounded support to RTOs. From designing compliant tools to conducting structured reviews and providing professional development, they position RTOs never to just comply—but to excel—in Australia’s dynamic VET landscape. Led by veteran consultant Ruth Walker, IAVS blends deep practical knowledge, current regulatory insight, and a clear dedication to vocational education quality.