About AICP
First registered on 3 April 2019, the Australian Institute of Compliance Professionals (AICP) was created to meet a growing demand in the Australian VET sector for nationally accredited, RTO-specific compliance training that actually reflects the realities of RTO life.
At the heart of AICP is Alex Schroder, Australia’s most trusted compliance expert. A Forensic Auditor, Regulatory Specialist, qualified lawyer and respected VET advisor, Alex developed AICP's compliance courses in response to overwhelming industry demand for practical, contextualised training written by the sector, for the sector.
Since then, hundreds of RTO professionals, from frontline admin to CEOs, have undertaken AICP education. Today, AICP is widely regarded as the leading authority on RTO compliance education in Australia.
Built for Your Career — Not Just the Standards.
At AICP, we know that compliance roles in RTOs don’t come in one shape, size, or title. That’s why our training pathways are designed to meet you on your journey and help you grow from there.
Whether you’re just starting in the sector or leading at the executive level, we offer a clear and flexible learning journey:
New to RTOs? Start with Foundations and Standards Unpacked; the ideal entry point for understanding the sector and its compliance landscape.
Admin or student support staff? A Practical Guide to the Practice Guides builds confidence and clarity, helping you stand out for internal progression or promotion.
Stepping into a compliance role? The Compliance Skill Set and Lead Auditor programs give you the skills and structure to thrive.
Already working in compliance? Deepen your expertise with the *Certificate IV in RTO Compliance, *Diploma of RTO Compliance Management, *Diploma
of Quality Auditing or fast-track your advancement with the *Double Diploma of RTO Compliance Management and *Quality Auditing.
Looking for executive-level recognition? The * Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership and *Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) formally acknowledges your experience while strengthening your strategic impact.
Preparing for audit? We’ve got you covered; with targeted training to get your systems, people, and documentation ready.
Wherever you are in your VET journey, AICP offers a pathway that’s practical, nationally recognised, and built around your real-world goals.
More Than Training — It’s a Compliance Mindset.
We’re not just in the business of qualifications. We’re in the business of capability.
AICP delivers education that helps your team understand, interpret, and apply the RTO Standards, not just in theory, but in action. Our programs are designed to embed compliance into the everyday, transforming it from a regulatory burden into a strategic advantage.
We believe compliance is about leadership. It’s about protecting learners, empowering teams, strengthening systems, and building trust in learning delivery.
Our Values
We’re guided by five core values that shape everything we do:
Integrity: Doing what’s right, always
Honesty: Open, direct, and truthful communication
Transparency: Making compliance clear and accessible
Benchmark Standards: Setting and maintaining the highest standards in compliance education
Outstanding Support: Being there for our learners at every step
Our Mission
To empower VET professionals with the knowledge, skills, qualifications, and confidence to excel, lifting the standard across the sector and improving outcomes for both practitioners and the communities they serve.
Our Timeline
2025 | Added the ground-breaking non-accredited courses
A Practical Guide to the Practice Guides
The Full 2025 RTO Standards Unpacked! (Legislation and Regulations)
2022 | Added the groundbreaking non-accredited course
RTO Standards Unpacked
2021 | Added to scope:
*Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) (RPL)
*Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership (RPL)
*Diploma of Quality Auditing
*Lead Auditor Skill Set
*Compliance Skill Set
2019 | AICP is officially registered as a Nationally Recognised Training provider (RTO 45499) launching with Australia's only:
Certificate IV in RTO Compliance*
Diploma of RTO Compliance Management*
And the non-accredited course: Foundations of RTO Compliance
2018 | AICP starts delivering the *CIV in RTO Compliance, *Diploma of RTO Compliance Management and *Diploma of Quality Auditing under a third-party agreement.
*BSBSS00122 Compliance Skill Set
*BSBSS00128 Lead Auditor Skill Set
*NAT11075 Certificate IV in Vocational Education and Training Compliance
*NAT11059 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training Compliance Management
*BSB50920 Diploma of Quality Auditing
*Double Diploma: NAT11059 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training Compliance Management and BSB50920 Diploma of Quality Auditing
*BSB80320 Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership
*BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)
Australian Institute of Compliance Professionals
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