Under Pressure: International Education, ASQA Scrutiny & the Future of CRICOS RTOs with Lauren Boon-Hollows

In this explosive episode of the RTO Superhero Podcast, Angela Connell-Richards is joined by compliance powerhouse Lauren Boon-Hollows to unpack the growing crisis in international education across Australia.From mounting government pressure and audit inconsistencies to the harsh realities facing CRICOS RTOs, Angela and Lauren aren’t pulling any punches. They take the boxing gloves off and dive into:The real impact of government crackdowns on international student enrolmentsWhy many RTOs are facing an uphill battle—despite doing the right thingHow assessment tools, contextualisation, and validation practices are being held to different standardsThe risks of regulatory overreach and its chilling effect on innovation and growthPractical, bold solutions for ASQA and policymakers to better support quality-focused providersIf you’re an RTO with international students—or you’ve considered entering the CRICOS space—this episode is a must-listen. You’ll gain clarity, confidence, and a whole lot of compliance firepower.🎧 Tune in now and join the call for reform.Send us Fan Mail Support the showThank you for tuning in to the RTO Superhero Podcast! This podcast supports RTOs to operate with clarity and control under the 2025 Standards. Each episode breaks down compliance into practical actions you can apply in your RTO.📘 Want deeper insight into governance under the new Standards?Explore The Governance Shift: https://governance-shift.vivacity.com.au/and the 8 Critical Drivers to RTO Success: https://8-critical-drivers-book.vivacity.com.au/ Stay connected with the RTO Community: RTO Job Board FacebookRTO Job Board LinkedInRTO Community Facebook📌 Don’t forget to:✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode✔ Share this episode with your RTO network🎙 Listen now and stay ahead of the Standards📢 Want more compliance insights?Subscribe to our EduStream YouTube Channel for FAQ sessions on the 2025 Standards🔗 Subscribe now: EduStream by Vivacity Coaching✉️ Email us at [email protected] 📞 Call us on 1300 729 455🖥️ Visit us at vivacity.au