Australia's national VET data custodian

Publications

1 – 6 of 6 results
Strengthening teaching practice and psychosocial support

By Tabatha Griffin, Bridget Wibrow, Upekha Andrahannadi, Maree Ackehurst, Joanne Waugh, Jane Schueler

This project explores teacher preparedness for contemporary VET roles and the development of teaching capability. The report is accompanied by practical resources to help teachers and training providers strengthen teaching practice, support learner needs and build workforce capability.

First Nations and migrant learners’ experiences with foundation skills courses

By Bridget Wibrow, Maree Ackehurst, Daniella Trimboli

This research uniquely amplifies the voices of First Nations and migrant learners who have disengaged from foundation skills courses. By understanding their goals, experiences, and recommendations, ways to better support their completion are identified. The research explores how these learners first encountered the courses, their motivations for enrolling, the supports available, and the barriers they continue to face. Participants directly shared their training experiences and suggested improvements, offering valuable insights to enhance the effectiveness of foundation skills programs.

Issues in apprenticeships and traineeships – a research synthesis

By John Stanwick, Maree Ackehurst, Kelly Frazer

Many elements combine to make up the apprenticeship system in Australia. In this report, we focus on five enduring issues in the apprenticeship system that have been discussed in research and literature over time.

Indigenous participation in VET: understanding the research

By Maree Ackehurst, Rose-Anne Polvere, Georgina Windley

This paper puts into context Indigenous participation in VET and employment and highlights how VET and higher education leads to higher levels of employment.