This webinar series explores the world of construction- specifically the brick and block laying industry through the eyes and experiences of 5 ambassadors in the industry. The opportunities and possibilities now and in the future in this industry is extraordinary and as you will see and hear from our panellist today, they come from a...
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Happy National Skills Week! The week kicked off with our National Launch happening in Melbourne, hosted and catered by talented students from William Angliss Institute. The event featured a keynote speech by Dr Daniel Mulino MP, opening remarks from The Hon. Gayle Tierney MP and an address by National Skills Week Chairman, Brian Wexham. CLICK HERE to read our August newsletter.
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Australia is facing a digital skills shortage. Australia needs 1.2 million Tech workers by 2030 according to a report by the Tech council of Australia. The report also states that – 1 in 2 students state that they have never been taught about digital careers. – Only 33% of young women consider a career in...
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This podcast series explores the world of mineral and resources careers in Australia. With hundreds of diverse career choices open across the mining and energy sector, opportunities exist on remote sites, in city-based offices and high-tech control and management centres, in science as well as computer laboratories, in a mix of locations across Australia, the...
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Episode 1: The world of careers in the Human Services sector. Featuring guest speaker,Jodi Schmidt – CEO of HSSO. Australia will need to find 250,000 workers in the next 10 years, many of these will need to come from young people. This podcast looks to provide information and give advice on Human Services (what is...
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After completing the Diploma of Retail Merchandise Management employees from the Sydney String Centre gain real confidence and effective skills for working in the retail sector. The Australian Retailer’s Association supported both the business and its employees to achieve beneficial outcomes, both personally and professionally.
Read MoreAustralia is facing a digital skills shortage. Australia needs 1.2 million Tech workers by 2030 according to a report by the Tech council of Australia. The report revealed that there are significant shortages, particularly for technical and experienced tech roles. Vacancy rates in tech is 60% higher than the national average and are forecast to...
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Australia needs 250,000 new digital jobs by 2025. National Skills Week’s Chairman Brian Wexham has emphasised the importance of young people and job seekers to acquire digital skills to lay the groundwork for a satisfying and successful career. Mr Wexham said: “Digital is everywhere. It shouldn’t be seen as just IT. As technology continues a...
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NCVER once again supports Australia’s National Skills Week, an annual campaign focused on promoting Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) sector. This year’s theme is A Universe of Skills: Go Beyond Your Imagination, highlighting VET’s diversity, and the possible career pathways it offers given Australia’s emerging skills needs and industry trends. Read on to check out our...
Read MoreFeaturing guest speakers Dr Gavin Lind and Savanne Canobie. Savanne, who has undertaken an apprenticeship in the industry and also been incredibly successful in winning awards and accolades for her work, obtaining insights and her view on the work and the industry- reality verses perception. Gavin is a leading spokesperson and industry expert who issues...
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Hear from Monique Juratovac (Brick and Block Careers Ambassador) about her passion for the trade! Monique’s advice for other young people considering a career in bricklaying is “If you really want to do it, set your mind to it and go for it.” If you are looking for a career in the building and construction...
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National Skills Week is here! The week kicked off with our National Launch happening in Melbourne, hosted and catered by talented students from William Angliss Institute. The event featured a keynote speech by Dr Daniel Mulino MP, opening remarks from The Hon. Gayle Tierney MP and an address by National Skills Week Chairman, Brian Wexham. Watch the livestream.
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Research and development projects are underway in a range of renewable energy industries and these will offer job opportunities in the years ahead. TAFE SA is working with industry to identify current and future training requirements and have representatives working with several industry research groups including the Heavy Industry Low-Carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT...
Read MoreTo celebrate National Skills Week and this years theme A Universe of Skills: Go Beyond Your Imagination, Central Coast Community College and HVTC are celebrating the official opening of the Trade Training Centre located at the Lake Macquarie Business Growth Centre. The Trade Training Centre will provide access to valuable skills and training opportunities for...
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On 17 August 2022, IBSA Group brought manufacturers, union leaders, peak bodies and training providers together at their Manufacturing Skills Forum to share opinions and insights on the strategies needed to address the skills needs of the manufacturing sector, both nationally and internationally. The Manufacturing Skills Forum highlighted the need for a collaborative and systematic...
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Credit: SBS World News Special thanks to Producer, John Baldock, Journalist, Ricardo Gonçalves as well as interviewees. Australia’s healthcare sector already employs over 1.8 million workers, however it is expected the demand will soar as Australia’s aging population grows. Victoria mental health worker and VET Alumni Samantha Daly is an example of what can be...
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