2025 Skills Conference
24 June 2025 - - Amora Hotel Jamison SydneyConvener: Apprentice Employment Network NSW & ACT
The Skills Conference is the premier annual event for the Vocational Education and Training (VET) industry, bringing together leaders, educators, policymakers, and industry professionals to shape the future of skills and workforce development. Hosted by the Apprentice Employment Network NSW & ACT, this dynamic event is designed to inspire, inform, and connect.
With thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and practical takeaways, the conference provides a platform to explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the VET sector. It’s also an invaluable opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and industry leaders.
Don't miss this must-attend event and be part of the conversation shaping the future of skills!
jason@aennswact.com.au . More information
34th National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Research Conference ‘No Frills’
9 July 2025 - 11 July 2025 - Robina Events Centre, Gold CoastKnown as a well-established annual national conference and a key part of NCVER’s engagement with the VET sector, 'No Frills' provides an opportunity to showcase research to VET practitioners and build the capacity of researchers. It provides participants with a forum for the exchange of ideas and knowledge, as well as a chance to be a part of an event that encourages thought-provoking presentations and networking opportunities in a relaxed and friendly environment.
The conference also provides valuable professional development opportunities to enhance capacity and capability in the VET sector by incorporating activities on data and research analytics, as well as research practice.
events@ncver.edu.au . More information . Register now
VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2025
14 August 2025 - 15 August 2025 - Melbourne Convention & Exhibition CentreConvener: VET Development Centre
The VET Development Centre is thrilled to share that in response to high demand, the 2025 VET National Teaching & Learning Conference will take place in Melbourne on August 14th & 15th at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
VDC has a proud 20-year tradition of providing one of Australia’s leading teaching & learning conferences for Vocational Education and Training.
info@vdc.edu.au . More information
ACAL’s 2025 National Conference
4 September 2025 - 5 September 2025 - Karstens MelbourneConvener: Australian Council for Adult Literacy
Explore the role of literacy in empowering adults, fostering inclusion, and increasing wellbeing in a range of contexts – personal, community, study and work.
conf@acal.edu.au . More information
Teaching Matters Summit 2025
14 September 2025 - 16 September 2025 - Wrest Point, HobartConvener: Catholic Education Tasmania
Following the resounding success of Catholic Education Tasmania’s 2023 and 2024 conferences, the Teaching Matters Summit returns in 2025, bigger and bolder than ever. This prestigious event will unite teaching professionals, thought leaders, and innovators from across the education sector to explore cutting-edge pedagogical strategies grounded in the Science of Learning.
With an extensive lineup of international and national speakers, immersive workshops and networking opportunities, this event will inspire those with a passion for teaching and lifelong learning.
tms@thinkbusinessevents.com.au . More information
AIEC 2025
14 October 2025 - 17 October 2025 - CanberraConvener: Australian International Education Conference
The international education sector will gather at AIEC 2025 in Canberra on 14–17 October. Held over four days, the conference provides a unique convergence of networking, learning and celebration in a single package, and attracts attendees from Australia and overseas.
2025’s theme, ‘navigating change’, focuses on how international educators, professionals, and organisations can embrace change and uncertainty to their advantage. Attendees will explore strategies for developing resilience in the international education sector during these challenging times and connect with colleagues to share experiences and expand our professional networks.
aiec@idp.com . More information
National VET Conference
30 October 2025 - 31 October 2025 - Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition CentreConvener: Velg Training
The 2025 National VET Conference will be delivered over two days on the 30th and 31st October 2025 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. It will include an exciting range of presentations, providing attendees with the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of plenary and elective sessions.
This is their 18th annual National VET Conference and promises to provide a fantastic opportunity for delegates to undertake professional development that is meaningful to them, meet with product and service providers, and network with peers from across Australia.
In 2025, their theme is all about painting their future and the important contribution we all have to the broader picture. With each of our efforts, we will create something greater than the sum of its parts: a comprehensive, vibrant vision of what VET can and will be.