About Us

AssessRight Solutions, owned and operated by the Australian Academy for Professional Development Pty Ltd, is an Australian company specialising in the development of high-quality Compliant Descriptive Training and Assessment Observation Checklists with Full Observable Behavioural Actions, known as Performance Assessment Rubrics. These rubrics are specifically designed for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) operating within the Australian vocational education and training (VET) system.

Our team consists of subject matter experts and RTO compliance specialists who are dedicated to providing exceptional educational resources. With decades of collective experience, our team leads the industry in creating top-notch training and assessment materials.

We are proud to offer the only Observation Checklists on the market that include Observable Behavioural Actions for each performance criterion and performance evidence task, fully adhering to ASQA guidelines on observation instruments.

Meeting Audit Standards

At AssessRight Solutions, we understand the unique challenges faced by RTOs in today's educational landscape, particularly when it comes to practical assessments. Practical assessments are vital in ensuring that students have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen fields. However, without the right tools, RTOs may struggle to meet the stringent audit requirements set by ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) and VRQA (Victorian Registrations & Qualifications Authority). It’s important to note that practical assessment tools are often the source of the most common non-compliance issues found during performance assessment audits.

Why Choose AssessRight Rubrics?

• Proven Success: Our rubrics have been successfully trailed with numerous RTOs, demonstrating their effectiveness in supporting students, trainers, assessors, and supervisors. They have consistently passed scrutiny by ASQA & VRQA auditors during performance assessments, proving their reliability in validating student skill demonstrations.
• Customisation to Meet Your Needs: Delivered in Microsoft Word format, our rubrics are fully customisable, allowing you to easily add your logo and RTO details. Additionally, you have the flexibility to add, delete, or amend any behavioural actions within the rubrics. This ensures that the rubrics align seamlessly with your specific needs and branding, providing you with a tailored solution that supports your unique assessment requirements.
• Compliance and Best Practices: In an ever-evolving regulatory landscape, our rubrics are designed to ensure that your assessments are conducted according to the highest standards. We facilitate adherence to the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• Transparent Pricing and Unlimited Usage: Our rubrics are available through a single upfront purchase with no recurring fees. The purchasing RTO may use the rubrics for an unlimited duration and an unrestricted number of students, solely for delivering training and assessment services within the normal operations of the business.
• Consistency in Assessment: The detailed instructions within our rubrics provide assessors and instructors with a standardised and clear framework for evaluating student performance. This consistency is crucial for maintaining fairness and objectivity in the assessment process.
• Compliant Instructions: From a compliance perspective, the detailed instructions in our rubrics ensure that the assessment process is well-structured and adheres to all required standards and regulations.

The Importance of Rubrics in the VET Sector

Rubrics (Observation Assessment Checklists) are vital tools in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector for assessing students' skills and knowledge. By using Rubrics, RTOs can ensure that assessments are aligned with the requirements of the unit of competency, are fair and consistent, and provide clear and objective evidence of a student’s competence. This is crucial not only for meeting regulatory requirements but also for ensuring that students are genuinely prepared for the demands of the workplace.

Why Each Unit of Competency Requires a Rubric with Observable Behavioural Actions?

In the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector, each unit of competency is designed to ensure that learners demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in a real-world context. To effectively assess these competencies, ASQA mandates the use of observation assessment checklists with observable behavioural actions for each performance criterion and performance evidence task. This approach ensures that assessments are aligned with specific competency requirements, are comprehensive, objective, valid, reliable, transparent, and compliant with regulatory standards. By supporting evidence-based assessment practices, facilitating detailed feedback, and enhancing record-keeping and documentation, this method ultimately contributes to the quality and integrity of the VET system.