Simple answer, no. Regardless of this incorrect messaging, a 50% pass in a CASA exam WILL NOT SATISFY the ASQA knowledge requirements to demonstrate competence in any Unit of Competency (“MEA”). Demonstrating competence in a Unit of Competency requires assessment against all performance evidence and knowledge evidence criteria listed in the unit (Reference: Standards for RTOs (2015), Page 17).

Furthermore, a “grading” system is redundant as far as a Unit of Competency is concerned, as the only possible outcomes are “Competent (C)” and “Not Yet Competent (NYC)”. To underline this point, even if someone achieved 100% in every CASA multiple choice exam, they may still fall short of the knowledge evidence in virtually every unit of competency, as there would be areas of knowledge left unaddressed.

See Overview of the Current Situation for an in-depth explanation.