2021 Winner and Finalists
We received standout nominations from education and training organisations across Australia. A big congratulations to this year’s finalists and winners.
Excellence in Learner Experience
The Excellence in Learner Experience Award recognises a training organisation that has delivered quality learning experiences for its students.
Our 2021 winner:
Upskilled
Upskilled is recognised as one of Australia’s leading and most innovative online Registered Training Organisations, with over 31,000 students in IT, Business, and Community Services to date. They are committed to working hard to guide and support learners through every step of their journey.
Our 2021 finalists:

Australian Institute of Management
Founded in 1941, AIM has since supported Australia’s workforce through the provision of innovative and industry-focused education solutions. Their portfolio of short courses, qualifications, and higher education is constantly evolving to ensure they are best positioned to support their learners.

Builders Academy of Australia
Builders Academy Australia offers nationally accredited qualifications for the building and construction industry. They deliver quality trades training through workplace-based apprenticeships and traineeships via their custom-built trades training centres and virtual classrooms.

Didasko
Didasko has been developing digital education content in Australia for over 25 years. They pride themselves on producing engaging online content that supports learners throughout their education journey. Didasko has won the Australian Educational Resources Award over the past four years.

Mentor Education
Headquartered in Melbourne, Mentor Education is one of Australia’s largest privately-owned Financial Services, Accounting, Business, IT & Project Management training organisations. They offer education and professional development for learners in Australia and around the world.
Excellence in Curriculum Design and Innovation
The Excellence in Curriculum Design and Innovation Award recognises an educational institution that has demonstrated innovation and best-practice in its course content and delivery.
Our 2021 winner:

Monarch Institute
Monarch Institute is one of Australia’s largest family-owned, fully-accredited educational institutions. Since 2011, they have enrolled over 27,000 learners with 94% training satisfaction. With successful partnerships across industry and academia, Monarch offers pathways to some of Australia’s top universities.
Our 2021 finalists:

DDLS Group
DDLS Group is Australia’s largest provider of corporate IT and process training, with an impressive portfolio of strategic partners and courses. Their commitment to industry partnerships, flexible learning delivery, and state-of-the-art course materials ensure the highest-quality learning outcomes for students.

Didasko
Didasko has been developing digital education content in Australia for over 25 years. They pride themselves on producing engaging online content that supports learners throughout their education journey. Didasko has won the Australian Educational Resources Award over the past four years.

MCI Institute
MCI Institute is an award-winning Registered Training oOrganisation, specialising in online business courses. As an industry leader in education technology and student support, they offer students an engaging and immersive learning experience.
Trailblazer (Registered Training Organisation of the Year)
The Trailblazer (Registered Training Organisation of the Year) Award recognises an ASQA-accredited educational institution that is a leader, innovator or change-maker in the education and training sector.
Our 2021 winner:

The College for Adult Learning
The College for Adult Learning is an accredited education provider, offering industry-relevant skills training for professionals ready to take their careers to the next level. With unparalleled student support and flexibility, they are dedicated to driving real outcomes for their learners.
Our 2021 finalists:

Health Courses Australia
Health Courses Australia is a Registered Training Organisation offering qualifications in healthcare, aged care, dental assisting and counseling. Over the past decade, they have been pioneering and championing online learning through virtual learning and practical work-based learning.

Plenty Training
Plenty Training is a Registered Training Organisation specialising in TAE qualifications. With over 10 years in the industry, they are dedicated to helping everyday Australians develop the skills and knowledge for their field of work and reach their full potential. They are on a mission to set a new standard in training.

Selmar Institute of Education
Selmar Institute of Education is a Registered Training Organisation providing specialised training in early childhood education and aged care. With over 15 years of experience and over 35,000 students, Selmar delivers the highest quality training and professional development across VIC, NSW and QLD.
Trailblazer (Training Organisation of the Year)
The Trailblazer (Training Organisation of the Year) Award recognises an educational institution that is a leader, innovator or change-maker in the education and training sector.
Our 2021 winner:

The Career Academy
The Career Academy is an award-winning company specialising in high-quality, industry-recognised online courses. With over 20,000 students per year and operations in the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia, they are committed to helping learners succeed in every stage of their careers.
Our 2021 finalists:

Careerhouse
Careerhouse is an online education company, offering online, industry-relevant short courses. They carefully select and partner with industry-leading educators and learning institutions to develop and deliver relevant, practical, and interactive courses.

MCI Solutions
MCI Solutions is a multi-award-winning training and learning consultancy that has worked with some of Australia’s largest organisations and departments over the last 18 years. MCI provides soft skills and IT end-user training, as well as consulting services in digital education and training strategy.

Ulleo
Ulleo is an online learning provider at the forefront of reimagining how people learn. Their short courses are designed to inspire and empower learners to invest in themselves and their careers by providing them with contemporary industry-led content and pathways to accredited study.