The NSW Launch of National Skills Week was held on Tuesday 22 August At NSW Parliament house. Huge turnout representing a wide diversity of supporters and partners from all sectors of the community. A collaboration between SkillsOne, Training Services NSW and Business Sydney that showcased and reflected the strength of all sectors working together to...
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Today we’re diving into brick and block laying , part of the construction industry which is worth around 360 billion dollars a year to the Australian economy Before you can get started on the plumbing or the electrics you need walls.. you need structure, and right now the tradies that build them. Brick and block...
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This video explores the world of construction- specifically the brick and block laying industry through the eyes and experiences of one of the new ambassadors in the industry- Elizabeth Briggs.
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What are you looking for? Did you know that training in a laboratory could get a job in a range of industries, The scope of career opportunities by undertaking laboratory and pathology training is huge! Have a look below at some of the industries you could work in. Thank you to our friends at LTT...
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Happy National Skills Week It is going to be huge! Newsletter Click here
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We were delighted to welcome to the stage at the National Launch to discuss both individual and organisations perspectives on Vocational Education and Training pathways and experiences. Clarisse Ambroise Australian Training awards Trainee of the Year Award 2020 Finalist, and Australian Capital Territory Winner 2020 Trainee of the Year Hannah Holford-ACT Australian School-based Apprentice of...
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The Hon. Minister Brendon O’Connor MP, Minister for Skills and Training, Australian Government launch the 2023 National Skills Week in Canberra on 10th August, 2023. Minister O’Connor speaks on the critical skill requirements for the continued growth of the Australian Economy and to meet the needs of Industry and Community .
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The Hon. Brendan O’Connor presented the keynote address and launch the 2023 National Skills Week at Canberra this morning. Below is an extract from the start of the speech . The link below is to the full speech. _______________________________________________________________ I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet and pay...
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Our theme video exploring “What are you looking for?” National Skills Week 2023 is about spotlighting the exciting career and educational opportunities that are available through vocational training, dispelling outdated ideas surrounding VET. Find out what you’re looking for at National Skills Week, running from August 21-27 2023.
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The dates for National Skills Week 2023 have been set, August 21st – 27th, 2023! 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...
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The role of the parent is so important There are over half a million students in Year 11 and 12 in Australia, and every one of those students is on the cusp of some serious decision making (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2021). Whether they’ve got a clear idea of what they want to do once...
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Retention of staff in both the Aged Care sector and the Commercial Cookery sector (which sits within the Hospitality sector) has long been an issue. Poor perception of jobs in the sectors, coupled with lower pay rates than other industries, means that all too often, jobs in these sectors are considered short-term options, while candidates...
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Author: Cara Jenkin There may be a lot of things that teenagers don’t want to get help from their parents about, but career advice is not one of them. In fact, parents are the number one source of information and the biggest influencer in their post-school job and study decisions. Maybe all those times...
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Not just anyone can work in energy generation, transmission and distribution. These industries call for skilled and capable people that have the requisite training, knowledge and awareness to ensure a safe and productive environment. What should I study? The types of tradespeople and technicians (see Trades or Technicians Careers) that support the clean energy sector come...
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Author: Cara Jenkin Many students face a choice when they finish school and are contemplating further study – go to university and get a degree, or pursue a qualification through vocational education and training. However, there is no need to choose at all. Contrary to the myth that you can’t go to university if...
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Author: Cara Jenkin If you had told your grandparents when they were growing up that one day there would be workers employed to help them stay fit, coaching them to run and lift weights, they probably would not have been able to imagine it. But personal trainer today is an important job and a...
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