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Prevalence and outcomes of workplace-based delivery in VET

By Kristen Osborne

This publication reviews the current trends in how workplace-based delivery of training is distributed, including where entire programs are delivered in this way. Additionally, data from the Student Outcomes Survey was used to model the effect of a student receiving workplace-based delivery on employment and achievement outcomes

Work-based education in VET

By Kristen Osborne, Maree Ackehurst, Leesha Chan, Rose-Anne Polvere

This report highlights the benefits, challenges and best practices of work-based education in VET programs that involve a student working in a related occupational area to further their learning.

Exploring the recognition of prior learning in Australian VET

By Kristen Osborne, Cameron Serich

This report describes the current system for granting RPL in Australian VET, including the nature and types of RPL being granted and what factors (if any) affect the likelihood of it being granted to a student.

The student journey: skilling for life

By Kristen Osborne, Phil Loveder, Genevieve Knight

This ‘No Frills’ 2019 discussion paper explores how, as jobs and industries develop, workers will require ongoing upskilling and reskilling to maintain their position in the workforce.

The role and function of small VET providers

By Patrick Korbel, Kristen Osborne

This research builds on previous NCVER work to better understand the value that small VET providers contribute to the Australian VET system.

From school to VET: choices, experiences and outcomes

By Kristen Osborne, Michelle Circelli

This report brings together recent NCVER research that highlights the specific and complex issues students face when transitioning from school to VET, and suggests how student outcomes can be improved.

Choosing VET: aspirations, intentions and choice

By Jo Hargreaves, Kristen Osborne

This summary brings together the findings from two research projects looking at the aspirations, intentions and choice of students considering vocational education and training.