A statistical report on comparative performance of the 2020-commencing vocational education and training (VET) cohort in Australia. Completion rates vary across states and territories, training packages and occupations, due to variations in training system delivery, policy settings, student demographics, reporting arrangements, and broader economic conditions. It found completion rates varied depending on the source of...

In a modern and dynamic labour market, a focus on lifelong learning across Australia’s workforce is more important than ever. Work-related learning is a vitally important component of successful lifelong learning. This report is both a snapshot of where Australia is at and a roadmap for where it needs to go.

The statistical report provides information on the flow of government funding for vocational education and training (VET) in Australia, based on 2024 data. VET in Australia is funded by the Australian and state and territory governments. Nationally, total government expenditure on VET increased 55.8% between 2019 and 2024 to $10 billion.

This policy brief analysed 40 years of Australian census data to determine the changing value of a university degree. It recommends replacing the Job Ready Graduates funding regime and diversifying post-secondary school pathways.

The report provides a detailed snapshot of foundation skills proficiency – literacy, numeracy and digital capability – among Australian adults who engage with government-funded programs and vocational education and training, with a particular focus on four priority groups: women, First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.