Communication and Notification System

Keep students, trainers and admins in the loop without spamming their inboxes

Make your RTO communication timely and easy to manage with RTOPilot’s notification and communication features. Email and SMS updates cover everything from enrolments and class changes to online learning, payments and certificates. Every message is tracked in one place, so your team can see what’s been sent and keep each channel working effectively.
Email Preference Management
Automated Class Updates
SMS reminders for students
Full email history and notification settings

Multi-channel notifications

Reach people where they actually look. RTOPilot sends updates by email and SMS from the same notification system, covering class reminders, certificate renewals and outstanding AVETMISS details. Texts follow the same student records and preferences as your emails, with a “Reply STOP to opt out” option that applies automatically. One platform runs both channels, so your team sets communication up once, and every message matches the enrolment behind it.

Smart reminders and preferences

RTOPilot automatically reminds students about upcoming classes, unfinished online learning and incomplete enrolments, and each reminder links straight to what needs doing. Every email includes a preferences link, so students, trainers and coordinators each choose exactly what they receive. Learn more about automated reminders.

Full visibility for admins

See every message your RTO sends from one place. The Automated notifications page lists every email and SMS, filterable by role, with a branded preview of each message and simple on/off toggles. Each student’s profile keeps a complete email history, and the organisation-wide log shows who received each message and when. Your team always has a clear record of what was sent, ready for reporting or review at any time.

Why this matters

Why a notification system matters

Comparison of manual communication and RTOPilot's notification system
Manual communication With RTOPilot’s notification system
Updates sent one by one
Class changes go out to every affected student and trainer automatically
Messages missed in busy inboxes
Reminders arrive by email and SMS, on the channel each student chose
Trainers and coordinators left out of updates
Students, trainers and coordinators each get the updates relevant to them
Hard to find message records
Every message sent is saved on the student’s profile and enrolment
Hours spent on reminder calls
Class, learning and payment reminders are sent automatically
Put your RTO’s notifications and communication on autopilot.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Discover how RTOPilot simplifies communication and keeps your RTO connected.

What communication tools does RTOPilot include?

RTOPilot sends automated email notifications and SMS notifications covering enrolments, class updates, online learning reminders, payments and certificates. Admins manage every message from one Automated notifications page, and each student’s profile keeps a full history of what was sent.

Can students choose which emails they receive?

Yes. Every system email includes a preferences link. Students manage class updates, reminders, certificate renewals and learning prompts. Trainers and coordinators set their own preferences too, and any SMS can be stopped by replying STOP.

How do online learning reminders work?

Students with unfinished online learning receive an automated reminder with a direct link to their portal, where they can see exactly what’s left. Reminders only go to students who actually have learning available to complete, and students can opt out in their preferences.

How do I get support inside RTOPilot?

Click the Support option in the sidebar to start a live chat with the RTOPilot team. The Help section provides documentation and product guidance. The Feedback button lets you submit feature requests and track development.

How is student contact data handled?

Messages are sent from within RTOPilot, so student contact details stay inside the same platform as their enrolment records rather than being exported to a separate messaging tool. Students control their own preferences and opt-outs. Learn more about security and privacy.

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