Productivity Commission releases interim report on the Review of the National Agreement for Skills and Workforce Development

The Productivity Commission has made it clear that it believes the central tenet of the skills system – the National Agreement for Skills and Workforce Development (NASWD) – has failed and should be replaced.
Job loss opens new doors for student – TAFE Queensland

COVID-19 took Ellie Foley’s job, but she turned the loss into an opportunity to pursue her dream career as a nurse.
Vocational education is turning lives around – TAFE NSW

Shanae Brown, a proud Dunghutti/Gamilaroi woman is celebrating her personal success as the first person in her family to complete a TAFE NSW qualification and to pursue a career as a nurse at St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney.
Get up to speed on the Prime Minister’s agenda for skills with TDA’s analysis following his speech at the National Press Club on 26 May 2020

The Prime Minister has set new expectations for vocational education and training, pointing to too much choice in an overwhelming and bewildering system, delays in qualification development, and flawed funding models.
New nursing facilities to support the return to onsite training – TAFE SA

A new health learning precinct at TAFE SA’s City Campus is taking classes this week, as part of a phased approach for students to attend campuses for the practical and assessment components of their course.
The musical journey to virtual learning – Box Hill Institute

Leading the way in remote delivery is Box Hill Institute’s music department. In a time of rapid change brought on by coronavirus, Box Hill Institute has embraced the opportunity to innovate.
Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan launched – TAFE SA

Coinciding with National Reconciliation Week 2020, TAFE SA was thrilled to launch its first conditionally-approved Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Keeping students engaged online is a priority for TasTAFE hair and beauty team

Juggling online learning with caring for a nine-month-old and home schooling a six-year-old has not been easy, but for one student it’s been a rewarding experience, thanks to the support of TasTAFE teachers.
Study hubs – TAFE SA

Accessibility is crucial, hence TAFE SA students who aren’t able to log on to a computer or the internet at home can continue learning from study hubs in metro and regional campuses.
Being at home becomes part of the learning experience for migrant and refugee students -TasTAFE

Going online for students whose first language is not English can be tough. TasTAFE teachers have found creative and flexible ways to keep students learning and engaged online.