In this time of unprecedented health, social and economic challenges, TAFE Directors Australia would like to express our best wishes to the TAFEs and the whole of the education community in Australia and abroad. We hope that you are keeping healthy and safe and we look forward to working with you on building an education sector that will come stronger out of these times of crisis.
TDA will continue to support the TAFEs throughout the coronavirus pandemic and work with the Australian Government on finding the best ways to address the unprecedented challenges that the sector is facing. We will also keep the safety and welfare of our students, both domestic and those who chose Australia as their education destination, at the forefront of our actions. We also look forward to continuing to work with our partners in Australia and overseas on improving the vocational education sector.
ABOUT TAFE
TAFE institutes enrolled more than 1.2 million students in 2016, and our members continue to enjoy a majority share of government-funded training.
TAFE remains the dominant partner in vocational education and training (VET) across most of Australia’s core skilled occupations, and with major Australian industry.
Statement from TAFE Directors Australia
TAFE Directors Australia calls for support of international students in Australia during the coronavirus crisis 1 April 2020 The future of Australia’s third largest export
Convention 2020 Update
It is with regret that TAFE Directors Australia (TDA) has cancelled its 2020 convention, due to be held in Perth from 12 to 14 August
TDA Twitter
Do we need a new approach to training? Skills ministers take emergency measures. Struggling training providers to go into 'hibernation' . See today’s @tafedirectors newsletter https://bit.ly/2XnRXmb
A call for support of international students is as never topical: "Without government support <…> many will be forced into the informal economy and will be at heightened risk of exploitation which will further stain our reputation as a quality destination." https://twitter.com/TafeDirectors/status/1245188381551636486
“It’s right for Australia to support its residents first, but it's time to think about all in our care”. International education – Australia’s 3rd biggest export – is at risk unless we support thousands of international students stranded in Australia https://bit.ly/2R2VLoC
I know that Coronavirus has had a significant impact on Victorians.
That’s why the review I commissioned Jenny Macklin to do is now more critical.
To make sure our training system is best equipped into the future.
I encourage you to contribute at https://engage.vic.gov.au/skillsforvictoria
Our next load of hundreds of frozen meals for our @TAFEQld international students. We will get you through this time. Never doubt that many people care about you. @TAFEQld #wecare
