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RTO registration — trade-sector startup approved first attempt

Client: Queensland trades training startup

1st attempt
ASQA approval
14 weeks
Application build to submission
3 quals
Approved at launch
The problem

Founders had deep trade expertise but no VET sector experience. Two competing consultants had quoted $80k+ and 18 months; the founders had limited capital and a hard launch deadline tied to a major industry contract.

The solution

RTO Intelligence led feasibility and scope planning for 3 trade qualifications, built the tailored QMS and TAS for each qualification, and coordinated financial viability and industry consultation evidence. The application build to submission took 14 weeks; this was not the full time to registration. Our team managed the ASQAnet application and regulator questions, supported Fit and Proper Person declarations and prepared the CEO for interview.

The outcome

ASQA approval received on first submission with no conditions. RTO began delivery against the industry contract on the planned start date. The 14-week measure covers application build to submission only; regulator assessment occurred separately. This is one client's outcome, not a guaranteed approval or timeframe.

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"The internal audit identified gaps we'd missed for years. Practical advice and a clear plan."

James T. · Google Review

"Extension to scope approved on the first attempt. Made it feel manageable."

Priya K. · Google Review

"Honest, experienced and responsive. Our go-to compliance partner."

Daniel L. · Google Review

"RTO Intelligence guided us through our initial registration flawlessly."

Sarah M. · Google Review

"The internal audit identified gaps we'd missed for years. Practical advice and a clear plan."

James T. · Google Review

"Extension to scope approved on the first attempt. Made it feel manageable."

Priya K. · Google Review

"Honest, experienced and responsive. Our go-to compliance partner."

Daniel L. · Google Review

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