All publications

Celebrating 40 years, the National Centre for Vocational Education Research recounts its history… Show more

Celebrating 40 years, the National Centre for Vocational Education Research recounts its history from 1981 to 2021 in this commemorative publication Show less

Note: This publication has been superseded. The biennial Employers’ use and views of the VET system … Show more

Note: This publication has been superseded. The biennial Employers’ use and views of the VET system 2021 reports on employer engagement and satisfaction with training and on the various ways employers meet their skill needs. Show less

A survey measuring employers' views of the VET system has been conducted biennially since 1995,… Show more

A survey measuring employers' views of the VET system has been conducted biennially since 1995, with the exception of 2003. This document outlines the history of the individual surveys and how they have evolved. It also compares each survey to the previous survey that was conducted and notes the major differences. Show less

This publication reviews the current trends in how workplace-based delivery of training is… Show more

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 Show less

This research examines the merits of VET for secondary school students (VfSSS) in preparing… Show more

This research examines the merits of VET for secondary school students (VfSSS) in preparing students for work or further training from the perspectives of students, parents, industry, and employers. Show less

This report identifies the strengths, limitations and effectiveness of employment-based training… Show more

This report identifies the strengths, limitations and effectiveness of employment-based training models and provides international and Australian examples. Show less

This technical report provides an evaluation of three alternative methodological approaches for… Show more

This technical report provides an evaluation of three alternative methodological approaches for calculating completion rate projections for apprentices and trainees. Show less

This report is an interim publication for a project that outlines what is known about the quality… Show more

This report is an interim publication for a project that outlines what is known about the quality of teaching, learning and assessment practices in Australian VET and how it might be better measured. It is based on a review of relevant literature and is a precursor to consultations with RTOs that are currently occurring in the next stage of the project. Show less

Note: This publication has been superseded. This report provided observed and projected completion… Show more

Note: This publication has been superseded. This report provided observed and projected completion rates for VET qualifications commenced between 2015 and 2019 at certificate I or above. Completion rates are projected for the first 3 years, with actual rates available from the fourth year on. Show less

This report presents data trends in apprentice and trainee training activity in 2020 as compared… Show more

This report presents data trends in apprentice and trainee training activity in 2020 as compared with 2019, to provide insights into the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The analysis focuses on monthly counts of contract commencements, suspensions, cancellations and withdrawals, and completions. 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

Note: This publication has been superseded. It provided an estimate of nationally recognised… Show more

Note: This publication has been superseded. It provided an estimate of nationally recognised training activity undertaken on a government-funded or fee-for-service basis up until 31 December 2020, as delivered by Australian providers in onshore and offshore locations. Show less

The impact of COVID-19 on industry innovation, skills and need for training - insights from… Show more

The impact of COVID-19 on industry innovation, skills and need for training - insights from businesses in manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality and tourism. Show less

Government-funded students and courses contains information on the number and characteristics of… Show more

Government-funded students and courses contains information on the number and characteristics of students undertaking government-funded VET in Australia during 2020 Show less

Note: this publication has been superseded. It Presented information on vocational education and… Show more

Note: this publication has been superseded. It Presented information on vocational education and training undertaken by students as part of their senior secondary certificate of education in 2020. Show less

This report presents the latest and projected contract and individual completion and attrition… Show more

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

Validation of assessment tools, processes and outcomes is an important element of the quality of… Show more

Validation of assessment tools, processes and outcomes is an important element of the quality of assessment in vocational education and training (VET). This research explores how registered training organisations (RTOs) conduct independent validation of assessment (IVA) and what industry involvement they have in these processes. Show less

In this discussion paper, we consider how past reforms and changes in VET have combined to shape… Show more

In this discussion paper, we consider how past reforms and changes in VET have combined to shape the VET system of today and to frame how issues are approached. Show less

Student equity in VET: participation, achievement, and outcomes highlights how different equity… Show more

Student equity in VET: participation, achievement, and outcomes highlights how different equity groups fare in their VET journey. Show less

This report analyses the qualifications people held in Australia using the ABS Survey of… Show more

This report analyses the qualifications people held in Australia using the ABS Survey of Qualifications and Work (2018-19). Show less