Search results

This edition of the Western Australian Department of Training and Employment's bi-monthly publication includes the following articles: 'Policy update', which gives a brief update on the Senate inquiry into the quality of vocational education and training (VET) in Australia, on the ANTA Ministerial Council (MINCO) Meetings, and on research to assess the potential for more apprenticeships and traineeships; 'WA TAFE students first to apply online', which describes the launch of the WA TAFE online handbook and accompanying electronic application; 'Disabled break down barriers', about the growing number of people with disabilities who are succeeding in VET and gaining jobs in many industries. Other articles include, 'Kimberley primed for growth', which describes how the Kimberley region is ready to take full advantage of emerging industries; 'Big investment in training, skills and jobs', which outlines the Department's 2000-2001 Budget Paper overview; 'Youth gain from commitment', about the government's Priority Access Program, which encourages businesses to make an active commitment to training; and 'Employers praised as role models', which describes the overwhelming response to the government's program, Profit from Experience, to assist unemployed workers aged 45 and over.