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This research investigates the contribution that community education providers make to foundation… Show more

This research investigates the contribution that community education providers make to foundation skills training in regional Australia, the models of delivery that seemed to work best, and whether training helped build the social and human capital of the individual and broader community. Show less

Provides a snapshot of government-funded VET delivered by TAFE institutes, other government… Show more

Provides a snapshot of government-funded VET delivered by TAFE institutes, other government providers (such as universities), community education providers and other registered providers. Show less

Download this report for the latest and projected contract and individual completion and attrition… Show more

Download this report for the latest and projected contract and individual completion and attrition rates for apprentices and trainees. Show less

This guide presents an analytic framework that summarizes some of the main elements and issues that … Show more

This guide presents an analytic framework that summarizes some of the main elements and issues that need to be considered in measuring ROI. This includes establishing the scope, context and purpose for measuring ROI, adopting guiding principles, identifying costs, benefits and factors that impact on ROI, and approaches to data collection and analysis. Show less

The report presents an analysis of nationally recognised ‘training package’ skill sets, and shows… Show more

The report presents an analysis of nationally recognised ‘training package’ skill sets, and shows how both skill sets numbers and reported enrolments have grown in recent years. Show less

This report explores whether VET undertaken by secondary students equips them with the technical… Show more

This report explores whether VET undertaken by secondary students equips them with the technical and non-technical skills required to successfully participate in an ever-changing world of work. Show less

This report brings together recent NCVER research that highlights the specific and complex issues… Show more

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. Show less

VET outcomes may be improved if training providers take a more regional approach to course… Show more

VET outcomes may be improved if training providers take a more regional approach to course offerings and institutional learning support. Show less

As participation rates of young people in VET decline, opportunities exist to engage and retain… Show more

As participation rates of young people in VET decline, opportunities exist to engage and retain early school leavers in VET. Show less

The main socio-demographic characteristics associated with being persistently not employed, in… Show more

The main socio-demographic characteristics associated with being persistently not employed, in education or training (NEET) are early school leaving and having children. Show less

Approximately 70% of all employees in Australia participated in formal or non-formal education and… Show more

Approximately 70% of all employees in Australia participated in formal or non-formal education and training in 2011—12, and a significant majority of them received employer support for it. Show less

Employer perspectives of workforce training, across three industries (red meat processing, road… Show more

Employer perspectives of workforce training, across three industries (red meat processing, road freight transport, and international freight forwarding) in both urban and regional areas. Show less

Based on the findings from five case studies, this guide looks at the important factors that enable … Show more

Based on the findings from five case studies, this guide looks at the important factors that enable VET retention and ensure good practice in remote Australian communities. Show less

How can VET retention and completion in remote communities be improved and what other indicators of … Show more

How can VET retention and completion in remote communities be improved and what other indicators of success are important outcomes of training in these parts of Australia? Show less

This paper provides an insight into trends in Indigenous employment and training programs… Show more

This paper provides an insight into trends in Indigenous employment and training programs emphasising the need to support the move to higher level education and skilling. Show less

This paper puts into context Indigenous participation in VET and employment and highlights how VET… Show more

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

This report examines Indigenous participation in VET and highlights a high level of participation… Show more

This report examines Indigenous participation in VET and highlights a high level of participation and a shift towards higher-level qualifications. Show less

This research summary provides evidence of the changing nature of apprenticeships over a 20-year… Show more

This research summary provides evidence of the changing nature of apprenticeships over a 20-year period (1996–2016), with a focus on a comparison of trade and non-trade apprentices and trainees. Show less

This paper captures the views arising from a stakeholder forum held on 25 October 2016, at which… Show more

This paper captures the views arising from a stakeholder forum held on 25 October 2016, at which participants discussed the future of Australian apprenticeships. Show less

Research messages brings together the key messages from all NCVER research reports published in… Show more

Research messages brings together the key messages from all NCVER research reports published in 2016, as well as other relevant and informative resources, including summaries, infographics and statistical papers. Show less