Australian College of Volunteering

Learn. Lead. Make a Difference Grow your skills as a volunteer or industry professional.

Grow your skills as a volunteer or industry professional with courses spanning from classroom to community.

Achieve an Active Volunteering Certificate I, II, III or IV, unlocking skills that leave a lasting impact on both you and the community or, for those already in the sector, take part in one of our ongoing webinars and accrue points toward professional certification.

About Us Welcome to the Australian College of Volunteering.

The Australian College of Volunteering (ACV) is a proud initiative of Volunteering Queensland Inc., dedicated to excellence in volunteer education and training for over 30 years. As a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO), ACV is committed to equipping individuals and organisations with the skills, confidence, and knowledge to lead, support and grow volunteer programs across Australia.

Built on a strong foundation as Queensland’s peak body for volunteering, the College delivers nationally accredited qualifications and professional development programs tailored to meet the evolving needs of the volunteering sector. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career in volunteer leadership, ACV is here to support your journey.

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Values We operate with integrity and commit to being; Inclusive, collaborative, innovative, and compassionate.

Mission To advance volunteering for Queensland’s economic, social, cultural and environmental wellbeing.

Vision Strong, connected communities through volunteering

Testimonials See what our students say about us!

Blake Walker made such a positive impact volunteering with the Wildlife Rescue Education and Rehabilitation Association he was invited to continuing volunteering, reflecting his genuine passion and dedication to the cause. Blake Walker

Anna Wotton completed her volunteer hours with the Nambour Apex Club, where she was praised for her outstanding dedication under immense pressure and described as an invaluable member of the team. Anna Wotton

Sharon Mason, Active Volunteering Trainer, said the Active Volunteering qualification recognised Haydyn’s servant heart and commitment to the school’s positive culture. Haydyn Scown

FAQs Frequently Asked Questions View All FAQs

A Registered Training Organisation (RTO) is a provider that is authorised to deliver nationally recognised training in Australia. RTOs are regulated by bodies such as the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and must meet national standards to ensure quality and consistency across the vocational education and training (VET) sector.

The College delivers nationally recognised qualifications and short courses designed for the volunteering and community services sectors.

Programs include:

Certificate I, II & III in Active Volunteering as well as the
Certificate IV in Coordination of Volunteer Programs
Professional development options aligned with sector needs.

All students enrolling in nationally recognised training must have a USI. It acts like an account number to track an individual’s training records and qualifications and is required for enrolment and certification.

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) is a way for individuals to have their existing skills and knowledge formally recognised—whether these were gained through work, volunteering, or life experience.

It allows learners to receive credit toward a nationally recognised qualification, so they do not need to relearn what they already know. This can save time and help them move through their course more efficiently.

Credit Transfer allows learners to carry over units or qualifications they have already completed with one Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to another. To be eligible, the unit codes must match exactly (e.g., HLTWHS001). When this requirement is met, the unit can be credited—meaning the learner will not need to repeat it.