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 6131With skill shortages on everyone\u2019s mind at present, retaining students and minimising attrition – particularly in key occupational areas – is an important issue. So how can early leaving be minimised? Here are some lessons from Europe.<\/p>\n
A working paper<\/a> from CEDEFOP, the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training, published in July 2022 takes a look at this issue. Career guidance and counselling is a key part of the retention and reengagement process.<\/p>\n The latest NCVER completions data<\/a> shows that, for those commencing qualifications in 2017, the overall completion rate by 2021 was 46%. Rates vary somewhat by jurisdiction, qualification type and level, student group and provider type, but can go as low as under 30% for Certificate I qualifications. So, early leaving and completion levels are certainly a problem here.<\/p>\n Early leaving can be problematic because it is \u201chighly associated with risk factors such as unemployment, poverty, health problems and social exclusion,\u201d according to CEDEFOP\u2019s working paper<\/a>. It\u2019s suggested that \u201clifelong career guidance and counselling is one possible policy lever crucial to support motivated, [and] smart career choices.\u201d As another article in this issue notes, action 2 of the Victorian Skills Plan<\/a> proposes enabling \u201clearners and workers to make informed skilling and career choices.\u201d So, this reflects this European lifelong approach.<\/p>\n As here in Australia, European families may preference general education over VET even though \u201cVET pathways might very well be the best fit for a student\u2019s preferences, attitudes and learning style, allowing students to better explore their potential and take better advantage of career opportunities.\u201d In addition, VET also has many training and job options, so the quality of information about the VET program itself and the nature of the jobs the occupation involves – as well as its working conditions – can help guide students to make informed choices. Support during study is also important as it can \u201cbe key to a successful learning path.\u201d And \u201csuch support may involve help with the choice of a specialisation, the transition to the workplace (e.g. for work-based learning), or networking into the occupational community.\u201d<\/p>\n Having access to career guidance as soon as possible and while at school is important, the working paper suggests, as is \u201cpromoting the development of career management skills.\u201d Identifying and providing support for those who might be struggling with the program is important too, the paper maintains. It also points out that:<\/p>\n \u201cCareer guidance is \u2026 suitable to help re-engage early leavers from education and training. Career guidance services, employment services or social services are well placed to provide support to low-qualified young people.\u201d<\/p>\n For both early leavers and those at risk of abandoning their studies to be effectively and promptly supported, the working paper suggests a need for:<\/p>\n \u201c(a) a comprehensive strategy, in which career guidance and counselling should be integrated elements of policies and practices aiming to counteract early leaving;<\/p>\n (b) a strong multi-stakeholder collaboration so that different services and professionals may address individuals\u2019 diverse needs based on the former\u2019s qualifications and training. Involving stakeholders from either regional, local or provider levels allows for the contextualisation of broader challenges reflected in national systems, policies and measures for tackling early leaving;<\/p>\n (c) a mixed approach where generic career guidance and counselling are accompanied by individualised supporting measures to effectively address the diverse needs of individuals; and<\/p>\n (d) a case management approach that encourages collaboration with other services and professionals, including individuals\u2019 families and peers, to cope with complex needs.\u201d<\/p>\n Minimising early leaving: lessons from Europe<\/a> | VDC<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" With skill shortages on everyone\u2019s mind at present, retaining students and minimising attrition – particularly in key occupational areas – is an important issue. So how can early leaving be minimised? Here are some lessons from Europe. 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European perspectives<\/h2>\n
So, what\u2019s needed?<\/h2>\n