Third Party Agreement vs Service Level Agreement: Which Model is Right for Your School?
Compare the two main VETiS delivery models and the questions worth asking before you sign with any provider.
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Third Party Agreement |
Service Level Agreement |
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Who manages compliance |
RTO manages all compliance |
Shared — RTO provides oversight |
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Who marks assessments |
RTO |
Shared — varies by agreement |
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Best for |
Schools wanting minimum admin burden |
Schools wanting more program control |
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SAS funding access |
Yes — primary model for SAS programs |
May apply — confirm with RTO |
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Teacher requirements |
Teacher Enhancement Skill Set recommended |
TAE40122 typically required |
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Blueprint offering |
Yes |
Yes |
Questions to Ask a VETiS RTO Before You Sign
- Are you currently registered with ASQA and does your scope include the qualifications I want to offer?
- Are you an approved Skills Assure Supplier for the current year? (Queensland schools)
- How many secondary schools do you currently deliver VETiS programs to?
- Who manages assessment marking — the school or you?
- What does your compliance management include, and what does it not include?
- Can you provide references from current school partners?
- What professional development support do you provide for facilitating teachers?
- What happens if a student needs to withdraw mid-program?
- What is your process if a student fails an assessment?
- What is your current ASQA compliance status?
Want to put these questions to Blueprint directly?
Contact Blueprint — for a no-obligation conversation about your school's VETiS requirements.
Blueprint Career Development | RTO #30978 | blueprintcd.com.au