astra domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/studyfoxx/public_html/proactivetraining.com.au/news/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131October 8 to 10 saw nearly 800 delegates from 35 countries meet in Melbourne for the 2018 World Congress of the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics. VDC was there too. A full program The opening ceremony saw a welcome to country by the Djirri Djirri Dance Group and keynotes focussing on the future and […]
VET College Leaders from around the world meet in Melbourne Read More »
“The Conversation” has been busily looking at the VET sector in October. Five articles by VET’s luminaries have focused on a number of critical issues. We highlight a couple here. The articles VET luminaries Erica Smith, Linda Simon, Stephen Billiett, Robin Shreeve and Ruth Schubert and Leo Goedegebuure have covered a range of topics. Erica’s
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VDC strives to ensure we meet our client needs. To assist us to continue to improve our services, we have developed a short online survey to capture your feedback on our performance in Professional Development programs and at our training facilities. The results of this short survey will allow us to effectively plan and develop
VDC STAKEHOLDER SURVEY 2018 Read More »
The latest issue of AVETRA’s ‘Research Today’ publication looks at this topical issue. What are employers looking for? An article in this edition by Ian White from NCVER has highlighted the importance of employability skills. The article points to how the world of work is changing, so having strong employability, soft, transferable or 21st Century
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Building confidence in VET Practice: 4th Annual Conference on VET Teaching and VET Teacher Education 6-7 December 2018 CQ University’s Melbourne Campus, 120 Spencer St, Melbourne (opposite Southern Cross station) Keynote Speakers: Christine Robertson, Pro Vice-Chancellor VET, CDU Indigenous student pathways: The role of the VET educator in facilitating learner and community engagement, retention and
ACDEVEG (Australian Council of Deans of Education Vocational Education Group) Read More »
There is a lot of re-imaging and visioning going on at present. Earlier we reported on the one prepared by Professor Stephen Parker of KPMG. This time we take a look at what the Business Council of Australia is proposing to future proof the post-secondary education and skills system. The problems Jennifer Westcott, the Chief
Re-imagining Australia’s post-secondary education and skills system Read More »
Recent press articles have highlighted the value of VET studies – particularly in some trades – in providing rewarding, challenging and well-paid work. Promoting vocational training at school as a viable option is more important than ever to address national and regional skill shortages. Busting some myths There is an emerging image of the positive
Valuing VET, and making good career choices Read More »
The latest article published in the LH Martin’s series of policy discussion papers on VET issues looks at where the VET and higher education come together: AQF levels 5 and 6. Written by the recently retired Managing Director of NCVER, Craig Fowler, it explores the tensions and complexities of the qualifications and approaches to provision
Boundary spanning: VET and HE qualifications at AQF 5 and 6 Read More »
