VDC\u2019s annual VET National Teaching & Learning Conference is back again and in-person. So, what can you look forward to this year?<\/p>\n
The VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2023 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre 17 & 18 August promises to be the biggest and most dynamic VDC conference yet.<\/p>\n
For the first time, VDC\u2019s VET National Teaching & Learning Conference will be held in conjunction with the WorldSkills Australia National Championships. VDC has partnered with WorldSkills Australia to provide VDC conference delegates with access to international WorldSkills guests and participate in bespoke guided tours of the championships at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.<\/p>\n
Visit our website to learn more. <\/a><\/p>\n For group booking discounts and accommodation advice, you can go to the VET National Teaching & Learning Conference website<\/a>, or contact info@vdc.edu.au<\/a>.<\/p>\n Skills competitions are an opportunity for Australia\u2019s trainees and apprentices to test their skills and knowledge in their chosen field against their peers. Held every two years, the National Championships are the biggest trades and skills competition in the country and will consist of more than 50 competitions.<\/p>\n Over an action-packed 2-days, there will be an abundance of professional learning opportunities with a focus on VET practitioners, as well as a stream of sessions featuring VET applied research for other VET Sector professionals.<\/p>\n Featuring Keynote Presentations, Expert Panels, Teaching & Learning Workshops, Applied Research Sessions, Guided Tours of the WorldSkills Australia National Championships, and a Networking Function \u2013 there\u2019s something here for everyone.<\/p>\n This year\u2019s the VET National Teaching & Learning Conference theme \u201cFrom Competence to Excellence\u201d<\/strong> is all about understanding why it\u2019s essential for learners to be aware of what the highest level of performance looks like in their chosen field and how to take the next steps. VDC\u2019s VET National Teaching & Learning Conference is designed for educators to be embodied and empowered to reflect on their own practices and encourage learners to make their journey from Competence to Excellence!<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a sneak preview of just some of the coveted keynote speakers and presenters locked in for 2023.<\/p>\n Register now<\/a>, tickets are limited<\/p>\n Contact info@vdc.edu.au<\/a> for information on group bookings or visit the Conference webpage<\/a><\/p>\n MELBOURNE CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE (MCEC)<\/p>\n Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country MECE is a Melbourne icon. Located in the vibrant South Wharf precinct, just a walk along the Yarra River to Southbank, the Arts precinct and the CBD. Getting to MCEC is easy. Stroll along the river from Melbourne\u2019s city centre, catch a tram or train to the venue doorstep, or drive into one of several onsite secure car parks.<\/p>\n Onsite accommodation, with the five-star Pan Pacific Melbourne and Novotel (use Promo Code: MCEC<\/strong>) directly connected via private internal walkways. There\u2019s also a huge range of accommodation just a short walk away.<\/p>\n The following accommodation venues have kindly created unique Promo codes for VDC\u2019s conference delegates.<\/p>\n Mantra Southbank Promo<\/strong> Code: VET2023<\/p>\n Link: Mantra Southbank Melbourne<\/a><\/p>\n Address: 31 City Road, Southbank, Victoria<\/p>\n Quest Southbank Melbourne<\/strong> Promo Code: VDC2023<\/p>\n Link: Quest Apartments Southbank<\/a><\/p>\n Address: 12-16 Kavanagh Street, Southbank, Victoria<\/p>\n Quincy Hotel Melbourne<\/strong> Promo Code: TH15727247<\/p>\n Link: Quincy Hotel Melbourne<\/a><\/p>\n Address: 509 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Victoria<\/p>\n What\u2019s on in Melbourne?<\/strong> Melbourne Visitor\u2019s Guide<\/a><\/p>\nA quick rundown of the WorldSkills Australia National Championships:<\/h2>\n
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