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The mature-aged and skill development activities: A… 28 June 2005
By Peter Thomson, Susan Dawe, Alison Anlezark, Kaye Bowman

Many older Australians are up-skilling or retraining to maintain gainful employment or pursue other … Show more

Many older Australians are up-skilling or retraining to maintain gainful employment or pursue other interests. This study, a systematic review of existing research, set out to find evidence that skill development activities for the mature-aged lead to improved employment opportunities and improved productivity. It also looks at what factors act as barriers or facilitators to these key outcomes, Show less
Factors pertaining to quality outcomes of shorter duration… 30 May 2005
By Kaye Bowman, John Stanwick, Ann Blythe

The objective of this project was to examine existing literature and national data to identify key… Show more

The objective of this project was to examine existing literature and national data to identify key factors in achieving quality outcomes from shorter duration apprenticeships and traineeships. It was found that apprentices and trainees undertaking programs of two years or less have a higher rate of non-completion than those doing longer training and this non-completion is the key issue related to Show less