The NSW Government has released the interim report from the review into the state’s vocational education and training sector. A key election commitment of the NSW Government, the interim report makes seven recommendations for rebuilding TAFE NSW and strengthening the wider vocational training sector.

This consultation paper has been prepared to support submissions to inform the development of the VET Workforce Blueprint. It provides context about challenges and potential action areas for the VET workforce.

During the last decade undergraduate university enrolments have grown considerably. To explore whether young people who would have previously chosen an apprenticeship have instead entered university, this analysis uses data from the Longitudinal Surveys of Youth (LSAY) to compare the characteristics of apprenticeship-bound with university-bound young people and to look at if they have changed...

This consultation paper seeks views from individuals, businesses, unions, tertiary institutions and across state, territory and local governments, on the concept of an integrated National Skills Passport that understand the needs and demands of different parties.

The authors of this report argue that providing accessible pathways for young people to gain skills and employment in green sectors will be vital in addressing skill shortages and tackling youth unemployment.