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As the industry association for Australian higher education, AHEIA has an unwavering commitment to excellence for our sector.
AHEIA's training programs are developed specifically for the unique challenges and requirements of the higher education sector.
Each program is carefully designed to build essential capabilities through engaging, practical learning experiences that combine industry expertise with contemporary educational approaches.
Whether delivered through interactive workshops, self-paced online or blended learning with specialised coaching, our programs reflect the complex dynamics of university environments. Our facilitators bring deep experience and understanding of higher education, ensuring content and discussions reflect real university contexts.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in consistently high completion rates and outstanding participant feedback, demonstrating the real-world value and immediate applicability of our training to higher education professionals.
"I really enjoyed the training. It's a good sign that I would want an extra two hours."
- AHEIA training participant
Our training delivery options
AHEIA offers a range of professional development options to suit your learning preferences and schedule.
Choose from our popular open workshops for individual enrolment, self-paced online programs with optional coaching support, or team training sessions customised to address your unique challenges. Whether you prefer collaborative learning with peers from across the sector, guided online study at your own pace or targeted training for your whole team, we have a solution to match your needs.
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AHEIA offers three distinct pillars to deliver strategic capability uplift.
At AHEIA, our commitment to effective training and competency upskilling extends beyond mere content delivery—it encompasses the recognition that learners are diverse in their needs, preferences, and schedules.
This understanding forms the cornerstone of our approach to training, which is why we offer a range of different modalities.
All of the programs below can be delivered for teams with content contextualised for the specific university. Options for live virtual workshops are also available throughout each year and our on-demand and blended offering is currently in development.
Self-Paced | Open Workshops | Team Training
Begin your journey into higher education workplace relations with this foundational program that introduces the university industrial landscape.
From basic legal concepts to practical applications, learn to understand and work with the industrial instruments that shape university employment.
Recommended for HR/IR professionals new to higher education, HR business partners stepping into university roles and managers seeking to build or refresh their essential industrial relations knowledge.
Self-Paced | Team Training
Build professional investigation capabilities with this comprehensive program tailored for higher education and led by highly-experienced lawyers.
Learn to conduct robust and fair workplace investigations, mastering each stage from complaint receipt to report completion.
Recommended for university staff who manage or support workplace investigations and for professionals wanting to develop sound investigative capabilities.
Self-Paced | Blended Individual or Small Group Self-Paced + Coaching | Team Training
Transform your transition into management with this comprehensive program that combines essential leadership theory with practical skills and optional personalised coaching to build the confidence and capabilities needed to lead effectively.
Through structured learning and practical application, you'll develop crucial skills in communication, team building, performance management and conflict resolution.
Recommended for new managers, team leaders stepping into their first supervisory role and experienced supervisors looking to formalise their leadership approach.