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Skilling Australia's Current and Future Workforce

The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has today released the official discussion paper for the 32^nd National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Research Conference ‘No Frills’.

The paper explores this year’s conference theme, Skilling Australia’s current and future workforce, with a focus on the VET sector’s resilience and capacity to adapt to unexpected events quickly and efficiently.

NCVER Managing Director Simon Walker said, “In recent years, the VET sector has faced rapid socioeconomic, demographic and technological change. Following unexpected events such as COVID-19, the sector quickly adapted by upskilling workplaces, registered training organisations, and VET trainers in digital and remote working methods. At this year’s 'No Frills' conference, we will explore why resilience is needed for the VET sector and Australia’s future workforce, and how the sector can continue to respond to skills demands during times of disruption and rapid change”.

The massive three-day program will include presentations from two distinguished keynote speakers, a Ministerial address, 40 concurrent presentations, four pre-conference professional development workshops, an interactive discussion panel, several networking opportunities, and a conference dinner at the Old Melbourne Gaol. Special guests include Professor Peter Dawkins AO, Interim Director, Jobs and Skills Australia; and Ms Danielle Wood, CEO of the Grattan Institute.

NCVER Managing Director Simon Walker said, “We recognise the critical role of vocational education in skilling our current and future workforce. By challenging outdated perceptions and celebrating the diverse opportunities it offers, we are working to transform vocational education into a pathway that leads to fulfilling and impactful careers. Together with industry, we're reshaping the narrative and driving the evolution of vocational education towards a prosperous and inclusive future."

‘No Frills’ will be hosted at RMIT University’s Melbourne City campus from Wednesday 19 July to Friday 21 July 2023. 

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Download the discussion paper: Skilling Australia's current and future workforce

Date posted Jul 20, 2023