VET & TAFE
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VET collaboration to benefit Australia, China
Australia and China both have “much to gain” from greater collaboration in vocational education and training, says Assistant Minister for…
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A pathway to success for students transitioning to university
The University of Western Sydney is creating closer ties with local training providers with Diploma Plus. The Diploma Plus pathways model was…
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Obituary: Adrian Marron, Australian vocational education leader and advocate
A short term contract teaching position in rural Australia led newly arrived Scotsman, Adrian Marron, who died on 4 July…
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Research: Who is delivering foundation skills
Finding out who is delivering foundation skills is important in order to ensure we develop a workforce capable of delivering…
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New Zealand review provides data for effective, robust qualifications
Meeting the needs of stakeholders formed the basis of a recent review of training organisations in New Zealand. Careerforce, that…
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From China, with fear
A close look at one critical neighbour’s education system reveals policy shortcomings in Australia that must be addressed before it’s…
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VET course withdrawal fees banned
A federal government ban on withdrawal fees for students who quit VET courses is proof that a deregulated education market…
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One watchdog is not enough
It’s high fantasy to think one quality regulator could oversee VET and higher education. By John Mitchell Before the recent…
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OPINION: Cast the sector in a better light
Reports have recently put forth a negative view of the sector; the full story must be told. By Phil Honeywood…
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OPINION: SA VET training hits rock bottom
Just when you thought the South Australian government had buried the VET sector through blithering incompetence, there’s a knock from…
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Public scrutiny improves policy
The difference in how two Labor governments handled criticism of programs shows how bringing problems to light leads to better…
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OPINION: Govt must continue fight for reform
Retention by the Government of the Reform Legislation from the 2014 budget is very important for the sector and must…
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Reform at the speed of scandal
As unprecedented troubles engulf the sector, the government’s option to keep the pace of change methodical is vanishing rapidly. By…
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It hasn’t paid off
A document has emerged showing the extent of the shift of funds out of TAFE and into large, for-profit providers…
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Plaudits follow punishment
After federal politicians spend years progressively dismantling TAFE, a report from Parliament heaps praise upon the public provider. By John…
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Navitas, UWS sign new partnership
Navitas Limited has today announced a new million-dollar deal with the University of Western Sydney to open an international college.…
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Penalties for dodgy training providers
Dodgy training providers may be slapped with potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines under a new penalty regime.…
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ACPET launches codes for members, agents
The Australian Council for Private Education and Training has officially launched its latest measure aimed at industry self-regulation – a new…
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ASQA investigating Evocca
The Australian Skills Quality Authority has confirmed it is looking into the operations and practices of private education provider Evocca…
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Government tightens focus on “unscrupulous” providers
The Federal government has pledged that new legislation, introduced to parliament this week, will allow authorities to crack down on…
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Rea warns against extending funding to private providers
The proposed expansion of federal funding to include the private sector is too high a risk, NTEU president Jeannie Rea…
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For-profit VET funding not paying off, report states
VET leaders have defended the sector following the release of a highly critical report. The Capture Of Public Wealth By…
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TAFE SA in crisis
The state government is cutting funds from public training providers, just when employment is becoming more scarce. By Malcolm King…
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Evocca slams ABC over graduation data
Evocca College has hit out at the ABC, accusing the national broadcaster of having “gravely misrepresented” its graduate and enrolment numbers.…
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VET FEE-HELP audit adds to scrutiny
The federal opposition has welcomed the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) announcement that it will scrutinise the VET FEE-HELP scheme. VET FEE-HELP is set…
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