Table 1 Comparison of ACN and RTO [[58],[63]]
| Â | ACN (RCNA) | RTO |
|---|---|---|
National recognition | National recognition by nursing bodies | National recognition of qualifications by the tertiary and health sector |
Quality assurance | Quality assurance process approved as meeting professional standards and requirements for nurse education | Training is delivered by an organisation which meets national standards |
Qualifications | Provides endorsement only | Qualifications are based on identified industry needs |
Recognition of Prior Learning | Some courses may be recognised for recognition of prior learning (RPL) under separate agreements with the tertiary sector | Access to recognition of prior learning (RPL) |
Articulation into higher education | Some providers also have a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with tertiary institutions | Opportunities for articulation into further training (this may include higher education) |