VET Qualifications Reform: The End of Training Packages as We Know Them
Having spent over two decades immersed in the tertiary and vocational education system, I’ve seen its many strengths and its limitations. While Australia’s competency-based training system has been instrumental in producing job-ready graduates, it has increasingly struggled to meet the...
Why Every RTO Needs an Instructional Designer on Their Team
Over the years, I’ve worn many hats in the vocational education and training (VET) sector: trainer, manager, CEO, auditor, and consultant. Through these experiences, one thing has become abundantly clear—quality training doesn’t happen by chance. It requires deliberate design, thoughtful...
The Role of Australia’s VET Sector in the Era of Industry 4.0
Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) sector is pivotal in shaping a workforce ready for the demands of Industry 4.0 and emerging industries. As automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability transform the labour market, the rise of new and evolving...
The Integration Challenge: Navigating Multi-Platform Complexities
Digital tools have profoundly transformed how RTOs manage operations, yet the reliance on multiple platforms introduces intricate challenges that demand attention: 1. Data FragmentationDisconnected systems result in compartmentalised information silos, impeding the ability to capture a comprehensive and precise overview...
The Crucial Role of Leadership in RTOs Amid Transformative Change
The vocational education and training (VET) sector is undergoing a period of profound transformation. For registered training organisations (RTOs), the need for robust and visionary leadership has never been greater. In an era defined by regulatory shifts and elevated expectations,...
Digital Transformation in VET: Shaping the Future of Learning and Engagement
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has seamlessly embedded itself into education and training landscapes, underscoring the urgent need for robust policies and transparent practices. Responsible use of AI is not a luxury but a necessity, as it equips staff with the tools...
Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia: Navigating Unprecedented Changes
On 24th May, Federal, State, and Territory Skills Ministers met in Sydney to discuss Australia’s National Skills Plan and the VET Workforce Blueprint. The communique published from that meeting highlighted critical developments that require our attention. The National Skills Plan...
Enhancing Vocational Training: Mastering the Art of Clustering Units of Competency
In the dynamic world of vocational education, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) are charged with crafting and executing training and assessment “journeys” that resonate with learners. This means devising robust training and assessment strategies (TAS) that are not only compliant but...
Navigating the AI Revolution: The Future of Vocational Education
Have you ever pondered the frequent assertion that “business as usual” is a concept of the past and that we have entered a “new normal”? In the upcoming 24 months, over half of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) are expected to...
Key Trends of 2024 Affecting RTOs
Making predictions about the future is always something of a hostage to fortune. However, several global and local trends look set to continue, and intensify, in 2024. Here are some of the most influential trends to expect this year: Technology...