The benefits of modular study in vocational education and training
Authors:
Oanh Phan, Stephen Saunders
Publication date:
25 March 2002
Publication type:
Research report
Theme:
Teaching and learning > Learning > Learning processes and styles
ISBN:
1 74096 043 2 print; 1 74096 044 0 web
The encouragement of lifelong learning is one important aim of the Australian vocational education and training (VET) system. The recognition of the concept of 'module' enrolments in VET, in addition to enrolments towards qualifications, gives practical effect to that aim. A student undertaking VET modules only or a 'module enrollee' may be thought of as an individual enrolling in a program with a VET provider, but not intending to proceed to a qualification. Similarly a 'module completer' is a student who is not a graduate but has successfully completed some training in a VET program of study and then left the VET system. This report provides information on the employment and industry characteristics of module enrollees and completers in VET. Their reasons or motivations for module (as opposed to course) enrolment and the employment and lifelong learning outcomes associated with the types of module providers and training programs are also examined.
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