Key Takeaways:
- Training package updates can affect qualifications, units, assessment requirements and packaging rules, so RTOs should review each release against their current scope and delivery materials.
- Changes to the RII training package can extend across mining, drilling, emergency response, risk management and supervisory competencies, making early impact reviews important for affected RTOs.
- Updates to the AUR training package increasingly address emerging automotive technologies, changing safety practices and specialist skills such as ADAS, tyre servicing and alternative-fuel vehicles.
- RTOs delivering from the AUM training package should check whether revised qualifications or replacement units affect their training and assessment materials, scope or transition planning.
- Tracking AUSMASA projects and published training package updates gives RTOs more time to assess changes, update affected documentation and prepare for revised training products before they influence delivery.
The Australian Industry Standards Manufacturing and Skills Alliance (AUSMASA) is spearheading key training package updates that will impact RTOs delivering qualifications from the AUM, AUR, and RII training packages. These updates are focused on improving alignment with industry needs, emerging technologies, and compliance expectations.
Below, we’ve grouped the updates by training package to help you understand what’s changing—and what your RTO should do to stay compliant.
Projects for the RII Training Package
Emergency Response Qualifications Review
The Emergency Response Qualifications Review is an ongoing project led by AUSMASA in partnership with BuildSkills Australia. This initiative aims to overhaul emergency response training within the RII training package, aligning it with modern WHS legislation, evolving workplace risks, and the operational needs of resource sector employers.
Driven by industry feedback and demand for more relevant and rigorous training, the review focuses on updating qualification structures, improving the clarity of assessment conditions, and ensuring units of competency support real-world emergency roles—from mine site responders to emergency wardens in remote operations.
This review affects the following training products:
| Qualifications: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| RII20120 Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII20320 Certificate II in Underground Coal Mining | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII20520 Certificate II in Resource Processing | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue | Superseded by RII30726 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue | Not Equivalent |
| RII40120 Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII40426 Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII40520 Certificate IV in Resource Processing | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII41319 Certificate IV in Emergency Response Coordination | Superseded by RII41326 Certificate IV in Emergency Response Coordination | Equivalent |
| Skill Sets: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| RIISS00033 Underground Coal Mine Safety Skill Set | Superseded by RIISS00133 Underground Mine Safety Skill Set | Equivalent |
| RIISS00034 Surface Coal Mine Safety Skill Set | Superseded by RIISS00134 Surface Mine Safety Skill Set | Equivalent |
| RIISS00029 Leading Hand – Coal Mining Skill Set | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| RIISS00051 Supervision of Diverse Work Teams Skill Set | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| Units of Competency: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| RIIERR201E Conduct fire team operations | Superseded by RIIERR201 Conduct fire team operations | Equivalent |
| RIIERR305E Control underground fires | Superseded by RIIERR305 Control underground fires | Equivalent |
| RIIERR307E Extricate casualties from underground incidents | Superseded by RIIERR307 Extricate casualties from underground incidents | Equivalent |
| RIIERR308E Extricate and transport people involved in incidents | Superseded by RIIERR308 Extricate and transport people involved in incidents | Equivalent |
| RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes | Superseded by RIIRIS301 Apply risk management processes | Not Equivalent |
| RIIERR312 Respond to incidents involving energy storage systems | Newly added | |
| RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies and incidents | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RIIERR404D Apply and monitor underground Metalliferous mine emergency preparedness and response systems | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| RIIERR601E Establish and maintain mine emergency preparedness and response systems | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RIIERR301E Respond to work site incidents | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
Initial planning and project scoping took place throughout 2023. It entered the consultation phase in mid-2025, with draft training products scheduled for release and revision in Q3 2025. The project concluded in September 2026, and all training products have been published on the National Training Register. Learn more about the project here.
Review of RII Units of Competency
Led by AUSMASA with support from BuildSkills Australia, this project focuses on revising a broad set of units within the RII training package to address duplications, outdated terminology, and inconsistencies that hinder effective training and assessment across mining and civil construction operations.
The review prioritises clarity, compliance, and usability, ensuring that unit content is streamlined, assessment requirements are realistic, and performance criteria better reflect current job roles and technologies. Key areas of change include the simplification of assessment conditions, consolidation of overlapping units, and updates to language that align with today’s workplace expectations.
Affected units include:
| Units of Competency: | Change: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| RIIBEF201E Plan and organise work | Superseded by RIIBEF201 Plan and organise work | Not Equivalent |
| RIIMPO319E Conduct backhoe/loader operations | Superseded by RIIMPO319 Conduct civil construction backhoe/loader operations | Not Equivalent |
| RIIMPO337E Conduct articulated haul truck operations | Superseded by RIIMPO337 Conduct articulated haul truck operations | Not Equivalent |
| RIIMPO338E Conduct rigid haul truck operations | Superseded by RIIMPO338 Conduct rigid haul truck operations | Not Equivalent |
| RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces | Superseded by RIIWHS202 Enter and work in confined spaces | Not Equivalent |
| RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights | Superseded by RIIWHS204 Work safely at heights | Not Equivalent |
The project has recently concluded, with updated training products published on the National Register in September 2026. Learn more about the project here.
Review and Development of Training Products for Critical Control Management
This project will develop new training products for the RII training package that reflect the statutory responsibilities of mine site supervisors and managers. The focus is on improving training around risk identification, mitigation, and control—particularly in high-risk areas such as health, safety, and environmental management.
The activity will involve reviewing existing units and creating new ones to ensure alignment with legislative requirements and industry expectations for mine site supervision. Given the cross-sector nature of this work, the project is being jointly managed by AUSMASA and BuildSkills Australia to ensure broad consultation across mining and related sectors.
Affected training products include:
| Qualifications: |
|---|
| RII40120 Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations |
| RII50120 Diploma of Surface Operations Management |
| RII50920 Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management |
| RII60220 Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management |
| RII60320 Advanced Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management |
| RII60415 Advanced Diploma of Drilling Management |
| RII60720 Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management |
The project commenced in April 2025 and is scheduled for completion in March 2027. Due to the complexity of developing new statutory-aligned competencies, extensive industry engagement is planned throughout the development process. Learn more about the project here.
Superseded Units Review
This project is reviewing qualifications across the RII training package to identify and replace superseded units of competency. The goal is to ensure all training products reflect current industry standards and remain compliant with national training frameworks.
Stakeholder consultation will guide decisions about which core and specialisation units should be updated and whether any changes to packaging rules or qualification structures are required. This review helps minimise compliance risks for RTOs and ensures learners develop relevant, up-to-date skills for resource and infrastructure roles.
The project commenced in February 2024 and completed in December 2025. The project concluded in March 2026, with changes already endorsed and published.
Affected training products include:
| Qualification: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| RII32020 Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) | Superseded by RII32026 Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) | Equivalent |
| RII32220 Certificate III in Well Servicing Operations | Superseded by RII32226 Certificate III in Well Servicing Operations | Equivalent |
| RII40220 Certificate IV in Surface Coal Mining (Open Cut Examiner) | Superseded by RII40226 Certificate IV in Surface Coal Mining (Open Cut Examiner) | Equivalent |
| RII40420 Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations | Superseded by RII40426 Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations | Equivalent |
| RII41120 Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) | Superseded by RII41126 Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) | Equivalent |
| RII41220 Certificate IV in Well Servicing Operations | Superseded by RII41226 Certificate IV in Well Servicing Operations | Equivalent |
| RII50315 Diploma of Minerals Processing | Superseded by RII50326 Diploma of Minerals Processing | Equivalent |
| RII60720 Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management | Superseded by RII60726 Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management | Equivalent |
| RII20220 Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII20420 Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII20520 Certificate II in Resource Processing | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII20620 Certificate II in Mining/Field Exploration | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII20920 Certificate II in Drilling Operations | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII21120 Certificate II in Oil & Gas Drilling (Onshore) and Well Servicing | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII30220 Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII30520 Certificate III in Mining Exploration | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII31820 Certificate III in Drilling Operations | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII40120 Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII40320 Certificate IV in Underground Metalliferous Mining Operations | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII40520 Certificate IV in Resource Processing | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII40920 Certificate IV in Drilling Operations | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII50120 Diploma of Surface Operations Management | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| RII50820 Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII50920 Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| RII51020 Diploma of Well Servicing Operations | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII60320 Advanced Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| RII60415 Advanced Diploma of Drilling Management | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
Learn more about the project here.
Projects for the AUM Training Package
Superseded Units Review
The AUM30218 Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations – Bus, Truck and Trailer is currently under review as part of a project led by AUSMASA in collaboration with BuildSkills Australia. The project aims to update superseded units within the qualification to improve training relevance, reduce compliance risks, and ensure alignment with current industry and regulatory standards.
Initial project scoping was completed in 2023. Changes were endorsed and published in March 2026, concluding the project.
Affected training products include:
| Qualification: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| AUM30218 Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations – Bus, Truck and Trailer | Superseded by AUM30226 Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations – Bus, Truck and Trailer | Equivalent |
| AUM20218 Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production – Bus, Truck and Trailer | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
Learn more about the project here.
Projects for the AUR Training Package
Reviewing and Replacing AURVTN120
This project aimed to clarify the performance evidence requirements for removing and replacing major welded vehicle panels. Stakeholder feedback indicated that the former requirements could be interpreted inconsistently, particularly regarding the number and types of panels learners had to remove and replace during assessment.
The revised unit requires learners to remove and replace three different major welded panels and is included as a core unit in AUR32126 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology.
| Qualification: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology | Superseded by AUR32126 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology | Equivalent |
| Unit of Competency: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| AURVTN120 Remove and replace major welded panels on vehicles | Superseded by AURVTN220 Remove and replace major welded panels on vehicles | Equivalent |
Scoping and initial stakeholder consultation ran from May to August 2025, followed by public and government consultation in September 2025. The development and finalisation phase concluded in February 2026, and Skills Ministers endorsed the revised training products in June 2026. Changes were published in a major release in July 2026. Learn more about the project here.
Development of Training Products for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
This project aimed to address a gap in the AUR training package by developing training products covering the skills and knowledge automotive professionals need to inspect, scan, calibrate, diagnose and repair vehicles fitted with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). It also considered Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) and how the new products could support different automotive occupations as these technologies become more common.
The project developed three new units of competency, updated one existing unit and created a new ADAS skill set. Industry consultation also informed the addition of the ADAS units to relevant AUR qualifications. The following training products were updated:
| Skill Set | Change | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AURSS00066 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Skill Set | New | – |
| Unit of Competency | Change | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AURETR149 Apply knowledge of ADAS technology in vehicle pre-repair scans | Superseded by AURETR249 Scan and calibrate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems | Not Equivalent |
| AURETR052 Apply knowledge of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems | Newly Added | – |
| AURETR053 Apply awareness of Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | Newly Added | – |
| AURETR054 Diagnose and repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and components in vehicles | Newly Added | – |
The project commenced in March 2025, with initial industry consultation conducted until July 2025. Draft training products were reviewed in August, finalised in December 2025 and submitted in April 2026. Skills Ministers endorsed the final training products in June 2026, and they were published in Release 9.0 of the AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package in July 2026. Learn more about the project here.
Review of Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology
This project aimed to update AUR21920 Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology and related units to reflect current safety requirements and tyre servicing practices. It covered light and heavy vehicles, motorcycles, agricultural equipment, and earthmoving and off-the-road applications.
The review also clarified specialisations on learner credentials and introduced training products for agricultural equipment tyre servicing. Because several affected units appear across the AUR training package, the changes extended beyond the Certificate II. The following training products were updated:
| Qualification | Change | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AUR21920 Certificate II in Automotive Tyre | Superseded by AUR21926 Certificate II in Automotive Tyre | Equivalent |
| AUR10120 Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR20520 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| AUR20920 Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR21020 Certificate II in Motor Sport Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR21220 Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR21820 Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR22021 Certificate II in Automotive Accessory Fitting | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR30420 Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| AUR30720 Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR30820 Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR30920 Certificate III in Motor Sport Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR31120 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR31820 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Trailer Technology | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| Unit of Competency: | Change: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| AURHTJ008 Select agricultural equipment tyres, wheels and rims | New | |
| AURHTJ009 Remove, inspect and refit agricultural equipment wheel and assemblies | New | |
| AURHTJ007 Remove, inspect, repair and refit industrial tyres and tubes | Superseded by AURHTJ107 Remove, inspect, repair and refit industrial tyres and tubes | Not equivalent |
| AURHTJ102 Select heavy vehicle tyres, wheels and rims | Superseded by AURHTJ202 Select heavy vehicle tyres, wheels and rims | Equivalent |
| AURHTJ103 Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Superseded by AURHTJ203 Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Equivalent |
| AURHTJ104 Remove, inspect, repair and refit agricultural equipment tyres and tubes | Superseded by AURHTJ204 Remove, inspect, repair and refit agricultural equipment tyres and tubes | Equivalent |
| AURHTJ106 Remove, inspect, repair and refit heavy vehicle tyres | Superseded by AURHTJ206 Remove, inspect, repair and refit heavy vehicle tyres | Equivalent |
| AURTJT002 Remove, inspect, repair and refit motorcycle tyres and tubes | Superseded by AURTJT102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit motorcycle tyres and tubes | Equivalent |
| AURKTJ011 Remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road tyres | Superseded by AURKTJ111 Remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road tyres | Equivalent |
| AURKTJ012 Remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road wheel and rim assemblies | Superseded by AURKTJ112 Remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road wheel and rim assemblies | Equivalent |
| AURKTJ013 Perform minor repairs to earthmoving and off-the-road tyres | Superseded by AURKTJ113 Perform minor repairs to earthmoving and off-the-road tyres | Equivalent |
| AURKTJ015 Select earthmoving and off-the-road tyres, wheels and rim assemblies for specific applications | Superseded by AURKTJ115 Select earthmoving and off-the-road tyres, wheels and rim assemblies | Equivalent |
| AURKTJ016 Use earthmoving and off-the-road tyre handlers | Superseded by AURKTJ116 Use earthmoving and off-the-road tyre handlers | Equivalent |
| AURKTJ011 Select light vehicle wheels and tyres | Superseded by AURLTJ111 Select light vehicle wheels and tyres | Equivalent |
| AURLTJ102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes | Superseded by AURKLTJ202 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres | Equivalent |
| AURLTJ113 Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Superseded by AURLTJ213 Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies | Equivalent |
| AURTTJ011 Balance wheels and tyres | Superseded by AURTTJ111 Balance wheels and tyres | Equivalent |
| AURJTJ001 Remove, inspect and refit motorcycle wheel and tyre assemblies | Superseded by AURJTJ001 Remove, inspect and refit motorcycle wheel and tyre assemblies | Equivalent |
The project commenced in January 2025, with draft development and consultation continuing through September. Final products were approved in November 2025 and submitted for assurance in February 2026. Skills Ministers endorsed the updates in June 2026, and they were published in July 2026. Learn more about the project here.
Development of Training Products for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs)
This project will develop new training products for the AUR training package to support Australia’s transition to hydrogen-powered vehicles. The focus is on ensuring the safe handling, servicing, and maintenance of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (H2-FCEV) components, reflecting emerging industry needs in the alternative fuel sector.
Stakeholder consultations will guide the development of these new units and determine whether they should be incorporated into a range of existing automotive qualifications, including:
The project commenced in October 2024 and is scheduled for completion in November 2025. Learn more about the project here.
Superseded Units Review
This project aims to ensure qualifications in the AUR training package remain current by replacing superseded units of competency listed in core and specialisation streams. The review will assess the impact of updating these units to maintain alignment with industry expectations and training standards.
Stakeholder consultation will help determine which qualifications are affected and confirm whether updated units can be integrated without compromising the integrity of existing training outcomes.
Affected qualifications include:
| Qualification: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| AUR20116 Certificate II in Automotive Administration | Superseded by AUR20126 Certificate II in Automotive Administration | Equivalent |
| AUR21120 Certificate II in Automotive Sales | Superseded by AUR21126 Certificate II in Automotive Sales | Equivalent |
| AUR30116 Certificate III in Automotive Administration | Superseded by AUR30126 Certificate III in Automotive Administration | Equivalent |
| AUR31020 Certificate III in Automotive Sales | Superseded by AUR31026 Certificate III in Automotive Sales | Equivalent |
| AUR31316 Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning | Superseded by AUR31326 Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning | Equivalent |
| AUR32518 Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology | Superseded by AUR32526 Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology | Equivalent |
| AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis | Superseded by AUR40226 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis | Equivalent |
| AUR40620 Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology | Superseded by AUR40626 Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology | Equivalent |
| AUR50116 Diploma of Automotive Management | Superseded by AUR50126 Diploma of Automotive Management | Equivalent |
| AUR20320 Certificate II in Bicycle Mechanical Technology | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR20520 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR20920 Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR21020 Certificate II in Motor Sport Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR21520 Certificate II in Automotive Cylinder Head Reconditioning | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR22021 Certificate II in Automotive Accessory Fitting | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR30220 Certificate III in Bicycle Workshop Operations | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR30320 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR30520 Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR30720 Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR30920 Certificate III in Motor Sport Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR32220 Certificate III in Automotive Glazing Technology | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR32320 Certificate III in Automotive and Marine Trimming Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR32420 Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR32721 Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR40116 Certificate IV in Automotive Management | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR40320 Certificate IV in Motor Sport Technology | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AUR40520 Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AUR40720 Certificate IV in Automotive Body Repair Technology | Updated from release 3 to 4 | Equivalent |
| AUR50216 Diploma of Automotive Technology | Updated from release 4 to 5 | Equivalent |
| Skill Set: | Changes: | Notes: |
|---|---|---|
| AURSS00026 Percussive Drill Maintenance and Advanced Systems Diagnosis Skill Set | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00028 Automotive CNG Service and Repair Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00029 Automotive Electrical Skill Set for Light Vehicle Technicians | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00032 Automotive LPG Installation, Service and Repair Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00033 Automotive LPG Service and Repair Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00036 Heavy Commercial Vehicle Skill Set for Light Vehicle Technicians | Updated from release 2 to 3 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00037 Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inspection and Servicing Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00039 Mobile Plant Skill Set for Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technicians | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00040 Mobile Plant Skill Set for Light Vehicle Technicians | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00044 Vehicle Air Conditioning Service, Retrofit and Repair Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00045 Vehicle Refrigerant Recovery Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00046 Advanced Body Repair Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00047 Advanced Body Repair Welding Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
| AURSS00048 Advanced Vehicle Refinishing Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 | Equivalent |
The project began in February 2024 and was concluded by March 2026. Learn more about the project here.
What Your RTO Should Do Now
Each of these AUSMASA-led training package updates presents both a challenge and an opportunity. Rather than wait for the last-minute scramble after endorsement, RTOs should act now to prepare for change.
Start by reviewing your scope to identify qualifications or units likely to be impacted. Subscribe to AUSMASA’s project pages and monitor draft components as they are released. Most importantly, assess whether your existing training materials will remain compliant. If not, begin sourcing or planning for compliant resource replacements.
Proactive RTOs who stay ahead of transition timelines are better positioned to maintain uninterrupted delivery, preserve compliance, and continue offering relevant, job-ready training. For more information on transitioning training products, check out this guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RII training package?
The RII training package covers nationally recognised training for resources and infrastructure industries, including mining, drilling and related operations. RTOs should review updates for possible impacts on scope, delivery and assessment.
What types of changes can affect the AUR training package?
AUR training package updates may revise qualifications, replace units or introduce new skills for emerging automotive technologies and changing workplace practices.
What should RTOs check when the AUM training package is updated?
RTOs should review changes to the AUM training package against their current scope, training materials, assessment tools and any relevant transition requirements.
How should RTOs prepare for training package updates?
RTOs should monitor training package updates, compare new releases with current training products and identify any materials, assessments or internal documents that may need revision.
Where can RTOs monitor AUM, AUR and RII training package updates?
RTOs can monitor AUSMASA project updates and published training products to track changes affecting the AUM, AUR, and RII training package.
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