Castellan’s Training Programs
Professional Best-Practice At Your Fingertips
To be the best, you need to be trained by the best. At Castellan, our intensive training covers a wide range of essential topics, including drafting skills, advocacy, the foundations of the Residential Tenancies Act and VCAT dispute resolution. Our goal is to make you a sought-after professional, respected across the industry and trusted by your clients. With our in-depth courses, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in every aspect of property management.
Long Courses
Foundations to the Residential Tenancies Act
Master the intricacies of the Residential Tenancies Act and subordinate legislation with our comprehensive Foundations course. Designed for property managers and real estate professionals, this course provides in-depth knowledge of the Act fully contextualised within the larger framework of legal principles in which that Act operates, helping you confidently navigate the substantive law applying to tenancies and disputes. We cover everything from drafting notices to understanding key provisions, ensuring you are equipped to handle compliance, disputes, and everyday management with ease. The course also includes an overview of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) Act.
Click below to express your interest. First intake - Early March 2025.
Advocacy Accelerator
This program equips property managers with the skills and confidence needed to prepare for, and represent property owners in VCAT hearings. In addition to teaching you all key aspects of the VCAT Act and critical concepts of civil procedure underpinning all litigation, the course will teach you professional best-practice across various subject matters including preparing effective summaries of proofs, preparing winning evidence and arguing your case before the Tribunal. With hands-on guidance from experienced advocates, this training will empower you to navigate VCAT proceedings, minimise risks, check blind spots in your procedural knowledge and maximize your success rate. Whether you're new to VCAT or looking to sharpen your advocacy skills, this course will help you become a confident and competent advocate.
Click below to begin registration. First intake - early 2025.
Short Courses
From Draft to Delivery: Perfecting Notices to Renters
Correctly drafting and serving notices is critical to avoiding disputes and staying compliant with the RTA. This course, Draft to Delivery: Perfecting Notices to Renters, offers in-depth training on how to accurately draft and serve key notices, such as Notices to Vacate, Notices of Entry, Rent Increases & Breach Notices. We'll guide you through each type of notice, covering the legal requirements and the best practices for serving them.
Balance the Scales: Reasonable & Proportionate Test
In this course, you'll learn how to apply the Reasonable and Proportionate Test, a key legal standard property managers must understand when dealing with renters. The course will break down what constitutes "reasonable and proportionate" actions under the Residential Tenancies Act, helping you navigate tricky situations with confidence. You'll leave with practical tools to apply this test at VCAT.