Alan Maguire
Alan Maguire has been training trainers since 1986, with a broad career in vocational education and training. He has delivered Certificate IV, Diploma, and skill sets across the TAA04, TAE10, TAE16, and TAE22 training packages. Alan’s experience spans corporate, TAFE, and industry training organisations. For over eight years, he worked with the Australian Industry Group, delivering the Australian Government’s Education and Training Advisory Program and the Skills Advice Service (Industry Skills Fund).
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Angel Pavithra VJ Naido
Angel Pavithra VJ Naido is a dynamic Business Enthusiast and Agile Project Management Strategist, specialising in driving digital transformation and sustainable finance. With a passion for learning, Angel is a proactive and driven communicator known for her charisma and ability to inspire. She thrives on delivering innovative solutions that foster growth and transformation in the business world. With leadership experience managing cross-cultural teams in global MNCs, and a background in finance, psychology, and education, Angel creates impactful learning experiences that combine technical expertise with a strong understanding of organizational dynamics.
“I value hearing learners’ voices in the classroom, encouraging them to share their experiences to foster a collaborative and engaging learning environment.”
Courses:BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
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Anna Mastwyk
For the past 28 years, Anna has worked as a Learning & Development Consultant, Facilitator, Assessor and Study Coach providing competency-based training and assessment in industry.
She facilitates and assesses competency-based training, and designs learning resources and assessment tools. Anna has worked with MSA Training and Professional development since 2014 and specialises in teaching and assessing in Cert IV in Training and Assessment as well as Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Anna is passionate about sharing her knowledge and encourages experiential and flexible learning with a strong emphasis on the transfer of knowledge into the workplace.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment | BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
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Belinda Noonan
Belinda has over 28 years in both the Child care and Vocational Education Sector. She has been a Centre Director, Classroom trainer, and delivered Early Childhood training via the Workplace, Distance and Traineeships . Belinda has also worked with Centre Directors to design and deliver Professional Development training to the staff.
Belinda has excellent communication and organisational skills which are applied to assist her students with their studies.
Courses: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care | CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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Chris Ho
Chris Ho has worked in the Vocational and Higher education sector for the last twenty years. He has worked his way from a sessional trainer and assessor to Senior Educator, to Learning and Development consultant, to Operations Manager, to Department Manager and International Manager. He is a passionate and adaptive trainer who always believes that learners learn best when they know what they have learned has real and current application in their industry. His training strategy is methodical and sequential, and he leaves no one behind. As a leader, he is transformative and empathetic. He can transform and empower everyone to be the best they can be, and he understands how everyone is different and unique in their own ways. As a doctoral student he gained an in-depth insight into the world of adult education. As Dr Chris Ho, he has helped support students both nationally and internationally. His greatest reward is to see his students become the best they can be, and he is truly humbled when his students recognise him and thank him for his contribution to their lives.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Gauri Wadhawan
Gauri guides aspiring early childhood educators and education support workers through their training journey. With over seven years of experience in early childhood education, her passion lies in nurturing young minds and empowering aspiring educators. She instills in her students the importance of empathy, creativity, and cultural competence. She works closely with students, providing guidance, feedback, and support throughout their learning journey. Her goal is to ensure that her students gain the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their roles.
Courses: CHC30221 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
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Graham Howes
Graham Howes is an experienced White Card trainer with a proven track record in leading, training, and coaching teams of up to 100+ people to consistently achieve their objectives. Known for his natural, practical approach, Graham excels in communication, fostering win-win outcomes. He brings well-honed assessing skills, ensuring consistent and timely results. Graham is also skilled in using Zoom and Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. As the director and owner of an active small residential property development business, he combines hands-on industry experience with a strong commitment to outstanding customer service and focus.
Courses: CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
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Dr Jennifer K Miles
I am an educational researcher and practitioner across Higher Education, Vocational Education and Training (VET), and Health Services environments. My practice is founded in collaborative inquiry and open-heartedness. I promote a person-centred, inclusive culture—a pedagogy of love—for all who join my learning spaces, and cultivate the strengths and abilities of the individuals and communities within which I work and learn. Through a storytelling methodology, I work to hold my learners as they cultivate their own transformed perspectives on what is possible for them in life. My recently completed PhD argues for a humanising pedagogy of VET that understands Learning as a shared transformative journey, Education as spaces of human flourishing, and Teaching as an act of love
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Jumbee Chakma
Jumbee is a natural and highly reliable Trainer and Assessor with a long teaching experience in different vocational institutes. She is friendly, approachable and a good fit within team environments. She is an individual with positive outlook and adaptable attitude.
Jumbee is a supportive trainer who is dedicated to helping her students. She is very sensitive, culturally competent and respectful to her students. She loves to see her students’ success and celebrates their achievements.
Courses: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care | CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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Jye Marshall
Jye Marshall is a dedicated and passionate educator with a rich background in both creative fields and vocational education. With a career that spans teaching both domestically and internationally, Jye has a unique ability to engage students and elevate their learning experiences. His journey began with studies in the creative arts, followed by a deep dive into vocational education and teacher training, where he now excels in empowering industry professionals to become top-tier VE trainers. As an early career researcher in fashion, technology, and education, Jye is at the forefront of pedagogical innovation. He consistently pushes the boundaries of traditional teaching methods, exploring new and creative ways to enhance student engagement and success.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Karen Squire-Ryan
A resourceful facilitator, assessor, designer and VET specialist, Karen brings over 20 years’ experience working with students, clients’ staff, managers and training teams to her work with MSA. Karen has her TAE Certificate IV and Diploma as well as business and education qualifications, including a Master of Education. Karen works for commercial clients and Registered Training Organisations and formerly managed an RTO Training Team. Karen usually works with nationally recognised training packages and is well versed in compliance requirements and the demystification of VET Sector components. This has proven very valuable for her Training and Assessment students. She also designs, reviews, assesses and validates accredited and non-accredited resources for several organisations.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Melanie Evangelista
Melanie is a passionate educator, and student. She has completed a Master of Education, Graduate Diploma of VET, Bachelors of Education, Psychology and Human Resources. Of all her qualifications, Melanie is most proud of her VET qualifications, having completed a Dual Diploma of VET/Training Development and Design in 2019.
Melanie is very passionate about the Vocational Education and Training industry, and has almost completed her PhD(Ed) and regularly presents her research at industry conferences. Melanie undertakes research to determine the career influences of students pursuing STEM careers, and is currently researching the career guidance given by school Career Development Practitioners through the VET pathway.
Melanie is a qualified and registered Career Development Practitioner and Trainer/Assessor. Melanie has over 20 years’ experience working with students in the vocational education and training sector, from being an Office Administration and First Aid trainer, to managing Registered Training Organisations.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Melanie Pope
Melanie is a creative food scientist! She has demonstrated strength in her training and assessment of the Food Safety training, product development, quality assurance, commercialisation of products, interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams. Melanie has extensive experience and a passion for working with people who have a disability and learning difficulties.
Melanie is an excellent communicator, with presentation skills which make it easier for students to learners.
Courses: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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Natasha Brown
Natasha is an experienced trainer with 20+ years in the VET sector whilst also working concurrently in industry. Natasha’s view of training is that training should be transformational achieving improved performance and knowledge – and not training for training’s sake. Training in Training and Assessment has been something Natasha has considerable experience in and brings a wealth of lived experience.
Courses:TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment | BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management | BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
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Nuzi Cader
With a FCPA and over 10 years of experience as a trainer, Nuzi is a qualified and experience trainer who ensures her students receive a high standard of education. At Monash Training and Professional Development, Nuzi teaches numerous courses including Cert IV in Training and Assessment, Diploma of Accounting and Cert IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Paul Hill
Paul is a knowledgeable and passionate trainer with extensive experience and numerous qualifications in Medical Emergencies and Mental Health. Paul’s industry experience, which includes developing and facilitating state wide nationally recognised training to working with clients to create emergency management plans, ensures he provides his students with the most relevant and up to date training.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment | Mental Health First Aid | First Aid and CPR
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Richard Hands
Richard currently manages the Sir John’s Bar at Monash University in Clayton and has over 20 years experience in hospitality ranging from cafes, pubs, clubs, 5* hotels, high end restaurants, cocktail bars and private members bars. He has been trained by master sommeliers/blenders, leading industry experts on spirits, beers and liqueurs, world renowned cocktail bartenders, Michelin starred chefs and has undertaken a number of courses and programs to develop his skills and knowledge within the industry. In London he was a trainer for Match Bar Group and Gaucho restaurants for a number of years where high expectations were placed on students and trainers. He has also opened venues and consulted for hospitality businesses here in Australia.
Courses: SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol | SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety | Barista Essentials | Bartending and Cocktails
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Sia Maknojia
My name is Sia I am an Early Childhood trainer & assessor at MSATPD. I take pride in delivering high quality and industry relevant training and assessment, ensuring the course offerings are compliant with industry regulations and standards.
Being in early childhood education & care industry for more than 10 years with a hands-on experience in current best practice, I have undertaken a role in helping the centre manager with QIP (quality improvement plan), reviewing the centre policies, and preparing centre’s newsletter. I enjoy taking the time to communicate a message in different styles and approaches to ensure the message is received by a range of learners from diverse backgrounds. I foster an inclusive atmosphere where every participant feels valued, encouraged, and empowered to share their thoughts and experiences. I work above and beyond to ensure the success and growth of the student and most of them are able to secure a job while on placement.
Courses: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care | CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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Sophie Ellis
Sophie is a competent and versatile VET manager and facilitator with 29 years of experience in the classroom and online delivery. Sophie has been a high-performance member working for large RTO’s teams filling the roles of CIVTAE and Business trainer/assessor and project manager, facilitating key industry client accounts. She recognises the great potential in others, and her holistic approach to training supports the RTO’s dedication to developing the whole person. Sophie has covered training from defining needs analysis (depth and scope of training programs) to content delivery to coaching management personnel (developing their leadership, team and facilitation skills).
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Stefanie Maccar
Stefanie Maccar is an accomplished university student services professional with over 15 years of experience, specialising in volunteer coordination, orientation events and leadership development. Extensive training and presenting experience, delivering workshops and seminars on leadership, team management, mental health awareness, and student success since 2010
- Certificate IV in TAE
- Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor since March 2023, conducting vital mental health training sessions for students and staff
- Lead organiser of the
○ Monash student organisation leadership conference since 2020
○ MSA Orientation Festival & Mid Year - Former experience in leading MSA Orientation Camps (2010 – 2022)
- Proven track record in developing and implementing volunteer training programs, enhancing student engagement and leadership skills
Courses: SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol | SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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Tanya Lee-Cox
Tanya Lee-Cox is passionate about learning and dedicated to empowering others in their educational journeys. With a strong focus on the VET sector, she has found her niche in designing, developing, and delivering TAE professional development for Trainers and Assessors. Tanya’s commitment to facilitating meaningful learning experiences allows her to inspire and guide others in their professional growth.
Courses: TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Terence Childs
Terence Childs is a highly experienced Auslan trainer with over 40 years of expertise in teaching Australian Sign Language. Throughout his extensive career, Terence has become a prominent figure in the Deaf community, dedicating himself to fostering communication and understanding between Deaf and hearing individuals. His deep knowledge of Auslan, combined with his passion for empowering others, has made him a respected and sought-after trainer. Terence is committed to enhancing the accessibility and inclusion of the Deaf community through his engaging training programs, making him an invaluable resource in the field of sign language education.
Courses: Auslan
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Tyler Blackburn
Tyler Blackburn is a highly motivated and experienced professional with 18 years of combined expertise in the construction, oil and gas, and mining industries. Throughout his career, Tyler has developed a deep understanding of industry operations, safety protocols, and project management. His diverse background has equipped him with the skills to effectively lead teams, streamline processes, and implement innovative solutions in complex environments. Tyler is dedicated to driving success and fostering growth within his field, making him a valuable asset.