NCVER insights: the impact of COVID-19 on industry innovation, skills and the need for training

August 17, 2021

NCVER’s recent study into how COVID-19 has impacted industry in terms of innovation, skills and the need for training has uncovered some important insights about the way industry has used VET and other forms of training in response to the pandemic, and insights for the future.

CRICOS Cost Recovery Implementation Statement Draft (2022)

August 13, 2021

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment is seeking feedback on the Draft Cost Recovery Implementation Statement.

What is the National Skills Reform?

July 23, 2021

VET has a very important role to play in providing high quality and relevant training for the emerging jobs of the future, which is why the Parties have agreed the VET system needs reform.

The complexity of VET in Australia

July 21, 2021

Australia has high expectations for VET’s ability to deliver skilled workers for industry. NCVER’s ‘No Frills’ paper, ‘Past Informing the Future’, discusses the competing purposes VET is expected to fulfil.

How have employers been using the VET system – and are they satisfied with VET?

July 14, 2021

The data collected from the 7007 interviews with Australian employers conducted by NCVER provides valuable insight into the relationship between VET and industry.

The importance of industry currency in VET

June 11, 2021

Industry currency is important so that learners can gain industry-relevant, valuable skills to become job and future ready – improving the RTO’s relationship with industry and the reputation of VET.

What is Australia doing to improve the standard of VET?

May 27, 2021

Since the 2019 Expert Review of Australia’s VET system, the need for change in VET has been pushed into the spotlight.

What role does VET play in reducing youth unemployment in 2021?

May 20, 2021

With COVID-19 disrupting the global economy, youth have been particularly affected. Here's how vocational education and training will affect youth employability post-pandemic.

What is the most important industry skill in VET?

April 23, 2021

With the future and current workforce requiring exceptional adaptability skills, VET will need to offer more training opportunities covering these skills, including increased collaboration with industry.

Building capability and quality in VET teaching

April 8, 2021

Satisfaction with VET overall relies strongly on satisfaction with teaching quality, which is continuously being improved by the sector. Here’s a breakdown of NCVER's key findings.

Technology to support Work Based Learning

February 4, 2021

There are many benefits to Work Based Learning, but also many challenges. To achieve a successful WBL program, training organisations need the right tools and technology to support their learners and maintain positive relationships with employers. 

The Top 5 VET Trends in 2021

January 7, 2021

2020 – the year of the global COVID-19 pandemic and the chaos that sparked from it. For the VET industry, it was the year of rapid transition to online training and learning. This new year is looking bright for the VET industry.

2021 VET Funding - Everything You Need to Know

December 10, 2020

Become a 2021 VET funding expert with a clear breakdown of any skills packages and other Government investments on the horizon.

The Future of Training and Education

November 25, 2020

The accelerating change in learner and worker requirements has translated to a future of training that is looking more vibrant than ever.

Training Package Updates You Should Know About

November 2, 2020

Training package updates – it’s a love-hate relationship, but it’s a vital one you need to stay on top of.

The challenges and opportunities for the future of VET

August 27, 2020

This year, NCVER’s ‘No Frills’ event was held online. The event highlighted how much Australia’s economy relies on the successful transition of workers from training to job. 

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced an overhaul of the training and skills sector

May 27, 2020

Scomo wants to apply stricter rules on VET education federal funding.

On board the Ruby Princess—This RTO’s incredible role during the COVID-19 Crisis

May 2, 2020

Aspen Medical has had a hands-on involvement in saving the global community.

Structures and Systems for Skilling and Learning - NCVER Research 2019

April 25, 2020

Skill sets are on the rise, and will only continue to grow.

"I don't know how I'm going to survive"—where is the help for the international VET student?

April 23, 2020

Why are international VET students not supported like their university counterparts?

Teaching and Learning in the Digital Economy - NCVER Research 2019

April 18, 2020

We've summarised NCVER's 2019 research recap, so you can easily access the main takeaways.

What Your RTO Should Do About The Coronavirus

March 17, 2020

The coronavirus has put us in the midst of difficult times, but there's plenty your RTO can do to survive.

11 VET Influencers You Should Follow

March 5, 2020

11 VET influencers who will keep you informed on the VET industry.

An update on the major changes to VET regulation—how will this affect you?

February 28, 2020

Further clarification on the VET regulation changes, outlined in the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Amendment Bill 2019.

Major changes to VET regulation—how will this affect you?

February 7, 2020

A summary of the key changes that could affect your RTO, from the "National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Amendment Bill 2019"

Government delays TCSI

January 31, 2020

TCSI has been delayed until the 31st August 2020.

Your AVETMISS Horoscope for 2021

December 10, 2019

Reveal your destiny with our genuine AVETMISS horoscope.

From a refugee camp to the Australian Training Awards—the incredible story of Shaona Imaru

December 5, 2019

A little girl born in a tent in a refugee camp in Tanzania has just won an Australian training award. Here’s her extraordinary story.

VET Vision — Kerri Buttery on the Future of Work

May 13, 2019

"In the current environment, we need to be looking at skill sets that can be delivered to meet specific job needs rather than full qualifications"

Who comes off better: Uni or VET grads?

April 12, 2019

And the winner is... We compare the two routes of training and the answer may surprise you.

What are the differences between an SMS, LMS & TMS?

July 14, 2018

And which type is best for your RTO?

Cengage Unlimited: Is Leasing Educational Content a Good Idea?

June 25, 2018

The high price of educational content diversity.

Is your RTO Training Provider of the Year?

May 27, 2018

Get recognised.

5 Global Trends and How They Stack up Against NCVER’s Findings

March 9, 2018

Did Udemy's predictions stand up to 2017’s scrutiny?

3 Impressive RTOs to Check Out

March 8, 2018

As the VET sector increases in size and more people require training, many RTOs begin to dominate over the rest.

The VET Industry: How Far We’ve Come

February 2, 2018

Australia’s VET sector has come a long way since its colonial adoption of the British apprenticeship system.

Interview with Kit McMahon

July 11, 2017

Kit McMahon has occupied the role of Chief Operating Officer for the Australian Council for Private Education and Training (ACPET), the national peak body for independent post-compulsory education providers in Australia. Reay Mackay sat down with Kit to discuss the private education landscape in the aftermath of these developments, and find out what RTOs and other education providers should be focusing on to maximise their success in 2017 and beyond.

StatBait — The Global Education Market

March 8, 2017

By 2020, millennials will form fifty per cent of the global workforce.

How much is poor performance costing your business?

June 18, 2013