The ARA Understanding Rail course is ideal for new entrants in the rail industry and those seeking a comprehensive industry overview. Whether you are starting your rail journey or looking to broaden your understanding, this course provides the essential knowledge needed to excel across the 500+ roles in rail.
With self-paced modules, real-world insights, and a digital credential to showcase your expertise, this course equips you with the tools to make an immediate impact in your role.
Why should you enrol in the ARA Understanding Rail Course?
- Gain Comprehensive rail industry knowledge
Gain a thorough understanding of the rail industry with insights tailored to rail operations in Australia and New Zealand. Explore key components such as passenger, freight, and heavy haul operations, safety protocols, sustainability initiatives, and supply chain.
- Online self-paced learning
Complete five interactive modules at your own convenience, each module only take 90 minutes to complete. The platform allows you to save your progress, making it easy to pick up right where you left off, even if you only have 10 minutes between meetings.
- Interactive and engaging
The content is presented in an easily digestible format, featuring interactive quizzes, real-life case studies, and visually appealing materials to keep you actively engaged throughout the course.
What have past participants told us?
“I found the Understanding Rail course content to be highly informative and well-structured. The modules were comprehensive and covered a wide range of topics related to the rail industry. The real-life examples and case studies provided a practical understanding of how the concepts are applied in the field.”
“The interactive elements such as quizzes were engaging and helped reinforce my understanding of the material. The resources provided, such as articles and videos, were also valuable in supplementing the course content.”
“I feel that I have an increased knowledge holistically cross the sector. I have a greater understanding of the challenges faced by both government and the industry and will be able to apply this knowledge and understanding in my day-to-day role. Understanding the different types of rolling stock has been a significant benefit from this course, as has the supply chain. It was really beneficial to read the value and contribution that freight provides to the national economy.”