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RTO Manager

RTO Managers oversee operations of training organisations, coordinating educational programs and strategic planning while ensuring effective communication.

How do I become a rto manager

Get qualified to work as a rto manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time RTO Manager generally earns $2,500 per week ($130,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years. There are currently 10,900 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an RTO Manager. RTO Managers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re interested in a career as an RTO Manager, you could enrol in a Graduate Certificate in Management (Learning). You’ll learn how to improve organisational learning and the quality of training and assessment. You could also consider a Diploma of Training Design and Development or a Graduate Diploma in Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice.

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Further reading

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RTO Manager careers

An RTO Manager oversees the daily operations of a registered training organisation. You might coordinate the delivery of educational programs for a range of industries and ensure students can access the training they need. You’ll also consider future educational needs and play a role in strategic planning for the facility. RTO Managers might also be involved with other departments such as human resources, student services, finance and enrolments.

RTO Managers need to be strong leaders and should have excellent communication skills. You’ll liaise with students, staff and administrative teams as well as different academic departments. An RTO Manager needs to be highly organised and should be a good problem solver.