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Employers' contribution to training 11 November 2004
By Sue Richardson

A highly skilled workforce is widely viewed as essential for prosperity in economies characterised… Show more

A highly skilled workforce is widely viewed as essential for prosperity in economies characterised by rapid technological change. However, the development of high level skills across the workforce is expensive and requires major investment from individuals, governments and employers. This report explores an alternative approach to estimating Australian employers' contribution to skills Show less
What's in it for me? Recognition of prior learning in… 6 October 2004
By Kaaren Blom, Berwyn Clayton, Andrea Bateman, Marie Bedggood, Elvie Hughes

Recognition of prior learning is a crucial element in lifelong learning, but limited information… Show more

Recognition of prior learning is a crucial element in lifelong learning, but limited information exists about skills recognition implementation and outcomes within Australian enterprises. This study examines the nature of recognition within individual enterprises, including the processes employed, strategies in place for promotion and support, and perceived benefits for enterprises and employees. Show less
Mechanisms for increasing employer contributions to… 1 October 2004
By Stephen Billett, Andrew Smith

The level of enterprise expenditure on training in Australia appears to be growing, and now… Show more

The level of enterprise expenditure on training in Australia appears to be growing, and now compares favourably with countries often held as models for national policy and practice. This report outlines a range of policy options employed internationally, including levies, leverage and partnership arrangements to enhance employer contributions to training. Ultimately, the authors find decisions Show less
New Apprenticeship pathways: An option for associate… 27 July 2004
By John Stanwick, John Saunders

The vocational education and training (VET) sector is an important source of qualifications for… Show more

The vocational education and training (VET) sector is an important source of qualifications for associate professionals; the second fastest growing occupational group in Australia's labour market. The report offers employers, industry organisations, and professional associations an insight into the benefits of contracted work-based training arrangements, like New Apprenticeships, for training Show less
Two-dimensional work: Workplace literacy in the aged care… 30 June 2004
By Peter Waterhouse, Crina Virgona

A key challenge of Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system is to serve the broad … Show more

A key challenge of Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system is to serve the broad needs of individuals, communities, and industries. This includes the provision of literacy and generic skills which meet the needs of all groups. This study investigates and documents workplace literacy in aged care facilities and call centres, within the context of the changing nature of work Show less
Adult learning through fire and emergency service… 29 June 2004
By Christine Hayes, Barry Golding, Jack Harvey

Communication and other literacy skills are vital to public safety organisations. This report… Show more

Communication and other literacy skills are vital to public safety organisations. This report investigates the impact literacy levels may have on the ability of volunteers to meet demands for more formal training and assessment. The role of these organisations to develop the skills of people in rural and remote communities is also considered. The research finds public safety organisations are Show less
Entering industry: A case study of links between a school… 28 May 2004
By Anthea Taylor

This report provides insights into the school-to-work transition of 72 young people from a… Show more

This report provides insights into the school-to-work transition of 72 young people from a low-income region, who undertook an industry-specific school vocational education and training (VET) program. The training program was a one-year building and construction industry initiative, which involved schools, industry and TAFE. The majority of students reported confidence, enthusiasm, and Show less
Effective measures for school-to-work transition in the… 14 May 2004
By Tae-Hwa Jung, Josie Misko, Kisung Lee, Susan Dawe, Sun Yee Hong, Kwan-Choon Lee

The importance of close connections between vocational education and training (VET) systems and… Show more

The importance of close connections between vocational education and training (VET) systems and industry is highlighted in this report. The report finds that any system of entry-level training, which aims to help students make a successful transition from school to work, must have support mechanisms and frameworks in place to enable accurate assessment of industry and labour market needs. From Show less
Group training in Australia: A study of group training… 21 April 2004
By Phillip Toner, Duncan Macdonald, Nic Croce

Group training is an Australian initiative to encourage the employment of apprentices and trainees. … Show more

Group training is an Australian initiative to encourage the employment of apprentices and trainees. This report examines the structure and function of group training organisations (GTOs) over time and identifies the factors that drive GTOs to change their structure and function. The authors find that group training is a critical component of Australia's skill formation system, and GTOs are highly Show less
Identifying the key factors affecting the chance of passing … 2 April 2004
By David John

This report identifies student characteristics - demographic and life-stage factors - which… Show more

This report identifies student characteristics - demographic and life-stage factors - which influence successful completion of vocational education and training (VET) subjects. It finds the likelihood of passing is significantly reduced for people who are Indigenous, have a disability, are of non-English speaking background, are unemployed or are aged 19 years or less. The research is based on Show less
Creating markets or decent jobs? Group training and the… 23 March 2004
By John Buchanan, Justine Evesson

Group training organisations act as intermediaries between enterprises and apprentices and trainees … Show more

Group training organisations act as intermediaries between enterprises and apprentices and trainees to facilitate on- and off-the-job training. This report examines the role of the group training organisations (GTOs) in Australia's labour market. The authors find that GTOs, at their best, help promote sustainable work-based learning solutions by sharing the risks associated with employment and Show less
Pathways from rural schools: Does school VET make a… 16 February 2004
By Sue Kilpatrick, Barton Loechel, Libby Prescott, Susan Johns

This report investigates the medium-term outcomes of vocational education and training (VET)… Show more

This report investigates the medium-term outcomes of vocational education and training (VET) programs delivered by rural schools. It discovers school-based VET programs successfully retain students who may have left school, and assist students' transition from school to work. Work placements are particularly valuable to assist the transition from school to local jobs and apprenticeships, thereby Show less
Resourcing vocational education and training in Australia 13 February 2004
By Tom Dumbrell

This report provides an overview of funding arrangements implemented as a result of the 1992… Show more

This report provides an overview of funding arrangements implemented as a result of the 1992 Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) Agreement. The Agreement sought to establish a unified national system of vocational education and training (VET) with joint Commonwealth, state and territory responsibility. The report discusses the outcomes of government, industry and individual investment Show less
The agile organisation: Case studies of the impact of… 28 November 2003
By Phoebe Palmieri

This report uses four case studies to examine how human resource practices of TAFE institutes have… Show more

This report uses four case studies to examine how human resource practices of TAFE institutes have changed to accommodate flexible delivery and the changing roles of staff. It reveals that a whole of organisation customer-service philosophy is a useful basis for flexible delivery and the trend is towards team-based approaches. The detailed findings in this report mirror those in the report 'The Show less
Getting connected: Professional development of contract and … 31 October 2003
By Tom Stehlik, Michele Simons, Lyn Kerkham, Ron Pearce, Judy Gronold

This volume is a companion to Getting connected: Professional development of contract and casual… Show more

This volume is a companion to Getting connected: Professional development of contract and casual staff providing flexible delivery - Volume 1. The detailed report of the project is contained in volume 1 while volume 2 contains the appendices. Show less
Getting connected: Professional development of contract and … 31 October 2003
By Tom Stehlik, Michele Simons, Lyn Kerkham, Ron Pearce, Judy Gronold

The experiences of contract and casual staff 'getting connected' with flexible delivery and online… Show more

The experiences of contract and casual staff 'getting connected' with flexible delivery and online learning technologies and engaging in professional development is the focus of this report. The study finds a significant proportion of professional development relies heavily on learning by doing, informal learning, and networking with colleagues. Show less
Serving client needs in regional and local communities 9 October 2003
By Lesley Farrell, Linda Wyse

This report explores how, and to what extent training packages are locally customised to meet the… Show more

This report explores how, and to what extent training packages are locally customised to meet the needs of stakeholders in regional and local communities. In doing so it investigates who the stakeholders are, what they want from training and whether their needs are being met. Show less
Making experience work: Generic skills through the eyes of… 26 August 2003
By Crina Virgona, Peter Waterhouse, Robyn Sefton, Jill Sanguinetti

This report is based on interviews with workers who have lost their jobs due to changes in the… Show more

This report is based on interviews with workers who have lost their jobs due to changes in the workplace and are thus 'displaced workers'. It investigates how generic skills are perceived and valued by these workers, where they acquired their generic skills and what the implications of this are for teachers and trainers in the workplace and in registered training organisations. The study finds Show less
The development of employability skills in novice workers 17 June 2003
By Erica Smith, Paul Comyn

This report focusses on employability skills that young people entering work for the first time, or … Show more

This report focusses on employability skills that young people entering work for the first time, or novice workers, need. It examines the nature of the skills that employers seek when recruiting young people and the processes and techniques which can be used in the workplace to develop these skills. The report synthesises the findings of a comprehensive literature review and 12 case studies. Show less
Determinants of successful training practices in large… 13 March 2003
By Susan Dawe

This report examines training practices that demonstrated positive benefits over a period of time… Show more

This report examines training practices that demonstrated positive benefits over a period of time in large Australian firms. It primarily focusses on the integration of teaching and learning within the firm, factors which influence firms to train workers, the use of accredited training and training packages, the development of career structures within firms, the impact of globalisation on Show less

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