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Investing in vocational education and training (VET) during high school offers students work-ready skills and nationally recognised qualifications that set them up for smooth transitions from school to the working world. The latest report from National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) shows a 10.8% rise in enrolments, with over 5 million students across Australia pursuing VET in 2023. High school students benefit immensely from taking vocational courses, which: - Provide real-world skills and industry experience. - Allow for early career progression or pathways into further study. - Build confidence through hands-on learning in diverse fields, like engineering, healthcare and hospitality. #Education #VET #FutureSkills #StudentSuccess

In the latest newsletter released from National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER), details of the government-funded students and courses data for January to March 2024 are shared.   A 1% increase was noted when comparing the same quarter to the previous year.   Compared to January - March 2023, the Community Services Training Package saw the highest growth of qualification enrolments, of 6.4%. The report also noted that CHC was the most popular training package accounting for nearly one-quarter (23.6%) of enrolments into training package training products. Half (50%) of all government-funded enrolments for nationally recognised qualifications were into a Certificate III qualification. In the three months ending 31 March 2024, 761 475 students were enrolled in government-funded VET in Australia. They included: ▪ 742 040 students enrolled in nationally recognised training ▪ 25 395 students enrolled in non-nationally recognised training. Interestingly, declines in enrolments were evidenced during the period in NSW, Tasmania, NT and ACT See the full Government-funded students and courses: January to March 2024 report from NCVER: https://lnkd.in/gA4RHGr2

A Federal Parliamentary committee report into the perceptions and status of vocational education and training offers mixed outcomes for students, according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international providers. Troy Williams explained that the nature of the report, which focuses on the public provision of skills training, will concern around nine in ten students who choose to study with an independent Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Troy says the report overlooks the significant positive role of independent RTOs across the nation and data from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) highlights the significant role of independent RTOs: ⭐️89.4% of the 4.5 million student enrolments are with independent providers. ⭐️87.3% of students in remote, rural and regional Australia are with independent providers. ⭐️ 78.3% of Indigenous students are with independent providers. “There was the opportunity for the parliamentary committee to recommend some landmark reforms that recognised the complementarity of independent RTOs and public TAFE colleges. That this opportunity has been overlooked means that many reforms that would have put students at the heart of the skills training system are possibly off the table,” Troy Williams said. https://lnkd.in/gS2X-t_5 #vocationaleducation

📣 8000+ Queenslanders have their say on training! More than 8000 Queenslanders have shared their views on the opportunities and challenges facing the skills sector with findings now available. Students, parents, industry, employers, unions and education and training providers all provided input, helping to inform the development of a new vocational education and training (VET) strategy for Queensland. Key findings included: • Government is investing in training programs and pathways that align to jobs • The training system plays an important role in growing our economy, especially for regional, rural and remote communities, but there is a need for greater access in these areas • Training pathways that help people transition from school to work and lifelong learning are valued by Queenslanders • School students who participate in industry-connected training including work experience and placements are informed and empowered to follow career paths to employment • There is widespread support to better promote the value of training pathways and encourage pride in the sector. 👉🏽 Learn more about the consultation process and key findings, and keep up-to-date on the development of a new VET strategy at https://brnw.ch/21wFoVc #VETStrategy #VET #QldWorkforceStrategy

It is out, the much anticipated consultation on the immediate future of the vocational education system in New Zealand. Strongly encourage people to read the Regulatory Impact Statement alongside the document. ConCOVE Tūhura will be responding and we're interested in hearing more from you on the proposed changes. We will convene a group to discuss this in detail. For now, what are your initial thoughts? #futureofwork #vocationaleducationandtraining #constructionandinfrastructure #ConCOVE

School is (slowly) starting to look different as diverse learning opportunities, including externally delivered Vocational Education and Training (EVET) for students in Year 10-12, become more commonplace. EVET allows students to access specialised training and industry-specific skills while still completing their high school studies. This can be a game-changer for many students, offering practical, hands-on experience and a pathway to future employment or further education. By partnering with external training providers like Kiama Community College Ltd, which delivers the Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation, we can offer our students a broader range of qualifications and experiences that align with their interests and career aspirations. Promoting the importance of VET in our schools and giving students access to a comprehensive education that prepares them for the workforce and further study is critically important for us all, ensuring future productivity and workforce participation. #VocationalEducation #VETinSchools #CareerPathways #StudentSuccess #Education #Schools #Year10to12 #FutureWorkforce NSW Department of Education NSW Education Standards Authority Training Services NSW

@Di-Grace Empowerment Initiativies seeks to improve the deftness in our students in Technical and Vocational education, As Technical and Vocational Education is the education that prepares people for a skilled craft as an artisan, trade as a tradesperson, or work as a technician. Technical and Vocational education can also be seen as that type of education given to an individual to prepare that individual to be gainfully employed or self employed with requisite skill. [1] Technical and Vocational education is known by a variety of names, depending on the country concerned, including career and technical education,[2] Or acronyms such as TVET (technical and vocational education and training) and TAFE (technical and further education Technical and Vocational education can take place at the post-secondary, further education, or higher education level and can interact with the apprenticeship system. At the post-secondary level, vocational education is often provided by highly specialized trade schools, technical schools, community colleges, colleges of further education (UK), vocational universities, and institutes of technology (formerly called polytechnic institutes). Vocational Education Technical Support

📢 Attention Industry Professionals! The deadline to submit your feedback on the Government's proposed changes to the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system is TOMORROW! This is your chance to shape the future of vocational education in New Zealand. What’s being proposed: In 2023, the Government committed to disestablishing Te Pūkenga and restoring regional decision-making for vocational education. Your input is needed on three key areas: 1️. Regional ITP network: A return to regional institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs), with a mix of stand-alone ITPs and federated models 2️. Industry-led system: Two options for an industry-led approach to standards-setting and industry training 3️. Funding changes: Proposed updates to funding that better support the reformed system. Why your voice matters: Whether you support the current system, see areas for improvement, or have new ideas, now is the time to share your thoughts with the Ministry of Education. 👉 How to submit: 1️. Download and email: Complete the submission template and email it to VocationalEducation.Reforms@education.govt.nz 2️. Online submission: Fill out and submit the form online 3️ Direct email: Send your feedback directly via email. 📅 Deadline: Thursday 12 September. 🔗 Click here to make your submission: https://lnkd.in/gpa3qvgg Don’t miss out! Make sure your voice is heard. Submit your feedback before the deadline!

Despite the critical importance of VET to Australia’s economic security, many people hold negative perceptions of VET and the careers to which it leads. VET is often perceived as less intellectually demanding and inferior to university, and as leading to lower-paid, more physically demanding, and less stimulating employment. These negative perceptions are often driven by low levels of understanding of VET and VET-enabled careers, as well as by policy decisions and media representations which reinforce the belief that university education is necessary for personal and professional success. This inquiry has examined the reasons for negative perceptions of the VET sector, as well as measures to ensure current and prospective VET students—as well as other stakeholders—have sufficient information about the sector and are actively encouraged to consider a VET pathway. The Committee recognises that information and marketing measures are not sufficient. Real changes must be made to ensure that the sector delivers the high-quality education and training needed to respond to current and emerging skills needs. Read More https://buff.ly/3PKx4Mc #VetSchool #AccreditedTraining #TrainingCourses #RTO #TrainingProvider #SkillsTraining #SkillsGap #Training #VocationalEducation #VocationalTraining #TrainingOpportunity #TrainingPrograms #TAFE #TertiaryEducation #SkillsShortage #SkillsDevelopment #TrainingProviders #TrainingDevelopmentPlan