Australia's Leading
Higher Education Consultancy
Assistance with the application, administration inquiries, compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements. Expert TEQSA registration, course accreditation, and Higher Education Standards Framework compliance. ISO-qualified consultants with over 200 years of combined experience. Quality guaranteed.
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Australian Higher Education Group (AHEG) is Australia’s premier consultancy for higher education providers. A Career Calling International initiative, we bring together the nation’s most experienced consultants specialising in TEQSA registration, course accreditation, and Higher Education Standards Framework compliance.
Our ISO-qualified consultants have worked with universities, TAFEs, private higher education providers, and government bodies across Australia. We deliver expert guidance with a quality guarantee: if TEQSA identifies non-compliance in work we have delivered, we rectify it at no additional cost.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose AHEG?
Australian Higher Education Group (AHEG) is Australia’s leading consultancy for higher education providers seeking TEQSA registration, course accreditation, and ongoing compliance support.
We are backed by a team of ISO-qualified consultants with over 200 years of combined experience in the higher education sector.
Highly qualified experts
Every AHEG consultant holds formal ISO quality auditing qualifications including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 22000:2018, ISO 27001:2013, and ISO 19011:2018. Our team includes former university registrars, TEQSA liaison officers, and academic governance specialists.
One stop shop
AHEG provides comprehensive higher education services: TEQSA provider registration (initial, re-registration, category changes), course accreditation and renewal, CRICOS registration for international students, HES Framework compliance auditing, academic governance support, quality assurance system design, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
Industry leaders
With over 25 years of sector experience and thousands of successful projects, AHEG has helped hundreds of higher education providers achieve and maintain regulatory compliance. Our quality guarantee means if TEQSA identifies non-compliance in work we have delivered, we rectify it at no additional cost.
Our Services
Australian Higher Education Group Helping Higher Education Providers and RTO with compliance quality assurance services
Helping Higher Education Providers with compliance quality assurance services
Audit and Compliance Consultants
Comprehensive compliance auditing by ISO-qualified auditors. We conduct thorough gap analyses, mock TEQSA audits, and risk assessments to identify and address compliance issues before they become problems.
CRICOS Services
Complete CRICOS registration and ongoing compliance support for providers enrolling international students. We guide you through all National Code requirements and ESOS Act obligations.
Higher Education Student Loan Consultants
Specialist guidance for providers seeking FEE-HELP and other student loan scheme approvals. We assist with application preparation, compliance requirements, ongoing reporting obligations, and maintaining approval status.
E-Learning Consultants
Online and blended learning development that meets TEQSA quality requirements. We design e-learning strategies, develop online course materials, and ensure digital delivery meets Higher Education Standards.
Enterprise, New Start-up and Business Transactions
Support for new higher education providers and institutional transactions. We assist with feasibility studies, new provider applications, acquisitions, mergers, and change of ownership notifications.
Our Process
How We Work: From Vision to Execution
Discovery
We begin by understanding your institution’s unique needs, goals, and compliance status.
Assessment
Our ISO-qualified auditors conduct a thorough gap analysis against HES Framework requirements.
Proposal
We develop a tailored strategy and roadmap with clear milestones and deliverables.
Execution
Our expert team implements solutions while providing ongoing guidance and support.
Quality Review
Quality Review (partially visible) Quality Review & Guarantee: Rigorous validation ensures compliance. Our quality guarantee means we rectify any issues at no additional cost.
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Testimonials
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Organizations worldwide trust CAQA to elevate their quality assurance standards and compliance frameworks.
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Vice Chancellor, Pacific Institute of Higher Education
★★★★★
"AHEG guided us through a complex TEQSA re-registration process with remarkable expertise. Their consultants identified compliance gaps we had missed and developed comprehensive solutions. The quality guarantee gave us confidence throughout."
Read moreProf. James Chen
Academic Director, Melbourne Business Academy
★★★★★
The AHEG team's knowledge of the Higher Education Standards Framework is exceptional. They helped us establish our academic governance structures and prepared our initial TEQSA registration application. Their ISO-qualified consultants brought a level of rigour we hadn't experienced elsewhere.
Read moreAmanda Williams
CEO, Australian College of Technology
★★★★★
We engaged AHEG for our CRICOS registration and couldn't be happier. Their understanding of the National Code and ESOS requirements was comprehensive. Professional, responsive, and delivered on time.
Read moreMichael Thompson
Founder, Innovation College Australia
★★★★★
As a new entrant to the higher education sector, we needed experienced guidance. AHEG provided end-to-end support from feasibility assessment through to successful TEQSA registration. Their team understood the regulatory landscape and helped us build quality systems from the ground up. An invaluable partner.
Read moreTeam
Australian Higher Education Group
Michelle Newman
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Anna Haranas
Former General Manager / Education and LLND Consultant
Stuart Newman
National Sales and Account Manager
Sukh Sandhu
Founder and Executive Director
Raj Kiran
Chief Operations and Financial Officer
Australian Higher Education Group (AHEG) is Australia's premier consultancy for higher education providers. A Career Calling International initiative, AHEG brings together the nation's most experienced higher education consultants. Every team member holds formal ISO quality auditing qualifications, and together we represent over 200 years of combined expertise in TEQSA registration, course accreditation, CRICOS compliance, and Higher Education Standards Framework requirements. We offer an industry-first 100% quality guarantee on all our work.
AHEG provides comprehensive services for higher education providers including: TEQSA provider registration (initial, re-registration, and category changes), course accreditation and renewal, CRICOS registration for international students, HES Framework compliance auditing, academic governance support, policy and procedure development, quality assurance system design, and ongoing compliance monitoring. We serve universities, private higher education providers, and organisations seeking to enter the higher education sector.
AHEG has an exceptional track record in supporting providers through TEQSA registrations and course accreditations. Our systematic approach, combined with the experience of our ISO-qualified consultants, ensures comprehensive submissions that address all regulatory requirements. We are so confident in our work that we offer a 100% quality guarantee: if TEQSA identifies non-compliance in work we have delivered, we rectify it at no additional cost.
Every AHEG consultant holds formal ISO quality auditing qualifications including ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety), ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety), ISO 27001:2013 (Information Security), and ISO 19011:2018 (Auditing Management Systems). Our team includes former university registrars, TEQSA liaison officers, academic governance specialists, and higher education compliance experts.
TEQSA registration timeframes vary depending on the provider category and complexity of the application. Initial registration typically takes 6-12 months from submission, though this depends on the completeness of the application and TEQSA's assessment queue. AHEG helps streamline this process by ensuring your application is comprehensive from the outset, reducing requests for additional information and associated delays.
Yes, AHEG assists international education providers seeking to establish operations in Australia. We provide guidance on TEQSA registration requirements, CRICOS compliance for enrolling international students, ESOS Act obligations, and the National Code 2018. Our consultants understand the unique challenges faced by international providers entering the Australian higher education market.
AHEG's 100% Quality Guarantee means that if TEQSA identifies any non-compliance issues in work that we have prepared and delivered on your behalf, we will rectify the issues at no additional cost to you. This guarantee reflects our confidence in the quality of our work and our commitment to client success. The guarantee applies to all compliance documentation, policies, procedures, and submission materials prepared by AHEG consultants.
Contact us for a free initial consultation. We will discuss your goals, assess your current situation, and provide a clear roadmap for achieving your objectives. Whether you are seeking initial TEQSA registration, preparing for re-registration, or need ongoing compliance support, our consultants will develop a tailored plan to meet your needs. Call 1800 266 160 or email info@caqa.com.au to book your consultation.
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Contact our ISO-qualified consultants to discuss your TEQSA registration, course accreditation, or compliance requirements. We provide expert guidance with a quality guarantee.
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