In this paper Tom Karmel aims to establish the importance of vocational education and training (VET) to young people in South Australia in Adelaide and regional areas. It finds that VET, as a substitute of continuing school, is important in Adelaide and regional areas, although it is more important in non-metropolitan areas. Further, lower socio-economic...

This publication summarises recent research into the roles of VET practitioners and managers, and the way they work. The roles of senior and front-line managers are increasingly focused on external and internal environments of the VET provider, and building links. The VET practitioners role has shifted and is becoming more team-based and diverse. The publication...

Susanne Wood finds that fully on-the-job training is viewed by learners and registered training organisations positively as it provides flexibility for all concerned and financial incentives to employers. With appropriate support for learners, benefits of this type of training include learning that is customised, encompasses real work experiences and is relevant to the individual and...

Rosa McKenna and Lynne Fitzpatrick summarise an extensive study of adult literacy policies and practices in vocational education in six countries - Canada, New Zealand, United States, Ireland, United Kingdom and Australia. Australia, compared to the other countries studied, has a strong focus on the integration of literacy with vocational education and training standards and...

Recognition of prior learning is a crucial element in lifelong learning, but limited information exists about skills recognition implementation and outcomes within Australian enterprises. In this study Kaaren Blom, Berwyn Clayton, Andrea Bateman, Marie Bedggood and Elvie Hughes examine the nature of recognition within individual enterprises, including the processes employed, strategies in place for promotion...