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This report explored the various aspects of course completion and non-completion. It identified… Show more

This report explored the various aspects of course completion and non-completion. It identified instances where program non-completions can be considered as successful student outcomes, possibly reflecting diverse student intentions. Show less

This research identified effective teaching practices and student support services that facilitate… Show more

This research identified effective teaching practices and student support services that facilitate the successful online delivery of VET, including in blended delivery. Show less

This research examined how the VET sector could better meet the skills needs in regional, rural and … Show more

This research examined how the VET sector could better meet the skills needs in regional, rural and remote areas. Show less

This research examined if and how training delivery has changed from 2019 to 2021 using data from… Show more

This research examined if and how training delivery has changed from 2019 to 2021 using data from NCVER’s Total VET Activity collection. Show less

This report examines the experiences of RTOs that transitioned to online delivery in response to… Show more

This report examines the experiences of RTOs that transitioned to online delivery in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and their future plans. Show less

This is the first of two reports which examine how the VET sector initially responded to COVID-19… Show more

This is the first of two reports which examine how the VET sector initially responded to COVID-19 through the increased use of online training delivery and begins to explore possible implications this might have on future training delivery modes. Show less

This paper is a discussion of existing work by NCVER and others on the role of VET in preparing… Show more

This paper is a discussion of existing work by NCVER and others on the role of VET in preparing individuals for the current and future workforce. Show less

This study analyses data gathered from NCVER collections and interviews with RTO staff to examine… Show more

This study analyses data gathered from NCVER collections and interviews with RTO staff to examine trends across all qualifications delivered fully online. Show less

New research shows the definition of a ‘quality’ VET sector can vary widely by stakeholder group… Show more

New research shows the definition of a ‘quality’ VET sector can vary widely by stakeholder group and expected training outcomes, making both explaining and measuring quality in Australia’s VET system more complicated than it seems. Show less

A look at the role VET currently plays in developing the skills of entrepreneurs, and how this may… Show more

A look at the role VET currently plays in developing the skills of entrepreneurs, and how this may be further developed in the future. Show less

Understanding the costs and benefits of vocational education and training can provide a basis for… Show more

Understanding the costs and benefits of vocational education and training can provide a basis for making more informed funding decisions. Show less

This research overview summarises three reports by Kaye Bowman and Suzy McKenna, which examine the… Show more

This research overview summarises three reports by Kaye Bowman and Suzy McKenna, which examine the commonalities and differences in Australia's jurisdictional approaches to student training entitlement, offer expert views on the training system, and reflect on the history of VET in Australia. Show less

This research used a survey to investigate the attitudes of people with a disability towards… Show more

This research used a survey to investigate the attitudes of people with a disability towards undertaking training. The findings show very positive attitudes towards training by participants and, although the ability to generalise to the wider population is limited, one thing is clear: generally, people with a disability are willing to undertake VET and consider it a good option in helping them Show less

Undertaking research in the vocational education and training (VET) and disability area is not… Show more

Undertaking research in the vocational education and training (VET) and disability area is not easy. The challenges include the limitations of the available data, accessing people with a disability and the diversity of disability type and severity. This discusses these issues and also presents a snapshot of recent data and a summary of recent research in this area. Show less

There has been much research and discussion about how people with a disability engage with… Show more

There has been much research and discussion about how people with a disability engage with vocational education and training (VET). This paper summarises what we know about VET participation, education and employment outcomes, and the costs and benefits of vocational education and training for people with a disability. In doing so, it also highlights further questions and where future research Show less