The dates for National Skills Week  for the next few years

2026: 24-30th August

2027: 23-29th August

2028: 21-27th August

National Skills Week was founded on four key areas of focus, notably to dispel the negative perceptions that surround vocational education and training (VET), highlight its diversity, the career pathways, and the success stories that emanate from VET, plus bring focus to emerging skills needs, and industry trends.