The Australian Trade Union Institute provides education designed by unionists, for unionists. It is the space for ongoing collaboration and research that furthers the interests of workers.
Powered by the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU), the ATUI offers flexible training both online, face-to-face, and on-demand.
In addition to providing education and training, the ATUI acts as a network for sharing ideas and strategies between unions, drawing on the wealth of knowledge and experience across the movement, as well as thought leaders from related fields, to facilitate tailored training that meets the real needs of unionists, and collaboration and research that builds the capacity of the movement as a whole.
The Australian Trade Union Institute (ATUI) is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with the Australian Quality and Skills Authority (ASQA) operating under the legal name of ACTU Education Inc. The RTO number is 4141. Being an RTO we are able to deliver accredited training that leads to a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
Currently we have scope to deliver BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety. For more information regarding this qualification please click the link here.
For information regarding RTO policies and procedures please see the links below.
Assessment Policy | Cancellation Policy | Grievance Resolution Procedure | Information for Participants | Participant Code of Conduct for Behaviour
The Australian Trade Union Institute is partnering with education credential provider Credly to deliver digital badges in recognition of your learning.
A digital badge – in short – clearly details what you can do, what you did to earn this badge, and who says you earned it. It is more than a piece of paper. You can think about a digital badge as proof of the training you’ve received through the ATUI. A bit like a certificate, but much easier to share and verify online, whether that’s through websites such as LinkedIn, social media accounts like Twitter and Facebook, or even through email. Click here to watch a useful explainer video from Credly.
Once you’ve completed an eligible course with us, you will receive an email directly from Credly asking you to sign up for a Credly account and accept your badge.
Click here to find out more on our Credly Digital Badges FAQ page.
The ACTU and ATUI are coordinating a comprehensive IR Law Education program, including face-to-face and online education, as well as national events that bring the movement together as a whole. The goal is simple: to understand how we can use the ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay’ legislation to aid the vital work we do day in day out supporting our members. By collaborating and building a shared understanding of the new laws, we can and will grow our unions and win generation-defining change for workers.
In the face of falling union density and the pressures of everyday organising, it often feels like we are treading water when it comes to union growth. Every union member has a vital role to play, which is why it’s so important for organisers to take the time to transfer their knowledge, confidence and skills to union members.
Researching and presenting a submission is a skill that can be learnt, like any other. This course caters to officials who need to present matters to the Fair Work Commission or other industrial tribunals. You will learn a step-by-step approach that will provide guidance at every stage of the process, from initial research to presenting – ensuring you will be the most effective advocate possible.
Negotiation skills are a critical tool for industrial officers and key to building power in workplaces. Gain the skills to win change for workers both at the negotiating table and beyond.
The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS) is a nationally accredited program, which equips you with a practical WHS tool kit, based on a proactive and preventative approach to workplace health and safety from a union perspective.
The Certificate of Executive Management and Development comprises core modules, electives and masterclasses purposefully contextualised for Union Leader needs, equipping them with the practical skills and capabilities to lead in an accelerating and complex world.
Climate change is a workplace issue. It affects us all. This course is all about providing you practical strategies to both climate-proof your workplace – in alignment with WHS legislation – and to take a more active role in climate change campaigns, particularly campaigns for a just energy transition.
Become a more effective delegate as you represent the interests of workers in your workplace. This course is built for those embarking on a role as a delegate for the first time. Gain the practical skills and knowledge you need, as well as the confidence these skills entail, in order to effectively represent workers’ interests.
Economics for Unionists provides a grounding in the fundamentals of economic theory and policy from a unionist’s perspective. Enhance your understanding of major economic concepts and arguments, theories of labour in the economy, and alternative approaches to economic policy.
This course is all about exploring pragmatic ways to build worker voices in global supply chains. You will have the opportunity to extend your understanding of how global supply chains operate, including the gaps and weaknesses in existing regulatory frameworks – contextualised within the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the importance of modern slavery and human rights due diligence legislation.
