Vision for vocational education and training (VET)

The Council of Australian Governments (COAG), the peak intergovernmental forum in Australia, has released a 'vision for vocational education and training (VET)'. The release took place on 9 August 2019 following COAG's Cairns meeting of the Prime Minister and premiers of all states and territories. The agreed summary COAG VET vision is: 'A strong VET sector is critical for our economy and ensuring Australians are equipped for the workforce now and in the future. Leaders agreed to a shared vision for VET delivering high quality education and training that meets the needs of students and employers. VET and higher education are equal and integral parts of Australia's post-secondary education system. The Commonwealth and states and territories will work together to deliver a system which helps all Australians - for those getting first qualifications or re-training - get the skills they need for employment. Skills ministers will work together through a new COAG Skills Council, in consultation with education ministers, to advise leaders on future reform priorities by the end of 2019 and provide a reform roadmap to COAG in early 2020'. Show less