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This document reviews the progress of the national strategy for vocational education and training (VET) for Indigenous Australians, 'Partners in a learning culture' (indexed at TD/TNC 63.292) and its blueprint for implementation (indexed at TD/TNC 62.913). It provides future direction in light of changes to the national VET context and the findings of the mid-term review of 'Partners in a learning culture' (phase one and two reports indexed at TD/ANTA 80.03 and TD/TNC 80.04). It briefly outlines the four objectives of the strategy and the recommendations of the mid-term review. The rest of the report presents the six new priorities, based on the key findings of the review, that will be added to the original objectives for the remainder of the blueprint: building the capacity of the VET sector; creating more pathways; improving funding frameworks; culturally appropriate product development, design and delivery; links to employment; and growing VET sector partnerships. The report also features brief case studies of successful initiatives and their connections to the new priorities. It concludes by highlighting: work undertaken within the 'National research strategy for Indigenous Australians in VET 2003-2006' (indexed at TD/TNC 78.10), which conducts national research projects linked to the blueprint objectives; the inclusion of a national objective in 'Shaping the future: Australia's national strategy for vocational education and training 2004-1010' (indexed at TD/ANTA 73.11) to provide Indigenous Australians with skills for viable jobs and to share their learning culture; and the role of the Australian Indigenous Training Advisory Council (AITAC) in overseeing the implementation of 'Partners in a learning culture'. Show less

The ‘ABC of VET 2002’ series contains 10 leaflets, each providing an overview of one aspect of vocational education and training (VET) in Australia. The titles are: Australian National Training Authority [ANTA]; Australian Quality Training Framework [AQTF]; A fair go for everyone: making training equitable; Flexible learning; National marketing strategy for VET: meeting client needs; Skilling up Australia: VET’s role; Training: it pays to stay; Training packages; Training package support material; VET research. Show less

This first action plan is a companion document to the Australian national vocational education and training (VET) strategy for 2004-2010 (indexed at TD/LMR 85.685). It identifies actions that the Australian, state and territory governments and the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) will take, in partnership with industry, providers and other stakeholders, to turn strategy into action. Six national priority actions for 2004 and 2005 across the four objectives and 12 strategies of Shaping our Future have been identified by the Ministers. They are: generate strategies to enable VET to respond to emerging skill needs for the future world of work; implement agreed ANTA Ministerial Council recommendations from the high level review of training packages to improve training packages for industry, individuals and providers and strengthen teaching and learning outcomes; build a strong empirical and evidence base on which to develop options for Ministers on the future resourcing of VET; develop and implement a strategic plan to respond to emerging skill needs of the mature age workforce and Australia’s ageing population; conduct targeted research to complement and strengthen regional and community development initiatives occurring across Australia; and increase training opportunities leading to sustainable employment for Indigenous Australians. This action plan will be updated during the life of the national strategy to take account of progress and to maintain its currency and relevance. Show less

In this article, ANTA writes that this is a vital period for the development of a high quality, client focussed vocational education and training system that will provide Australia with a highly skilled and flexible labour force for the future. We need to be clear that our efforts toward creating an improved training market are about introducing competition on the supply side of vocational education and training. The result of this market will be three outcomes: (1) a framework for qualifications, standards and assessment; (2) an opportunity for the broader range of quality formal vocational education and training to be recognised; (3) the introduction of competition and the associated cost and service benefits.

The article discusses changes that will be needed to the vocational education and training system for these three outcomes to occur. Show less

This document is designed to assist registered training organisations (RTOs), or organisations wishing to become RTOs, in accessing information relating to the standards of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). The document provides references and links to examples and information relating to standards for RTOs, and can be used by organisations as part of a continuous improvement process. It is recommended that the web directory be used alongside the ‘Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ and the ‘Evidence Guide for Registered Training Organisations and Auditors’. The document is divided into 11 parts, with each one dedicated to a particular standard, with references and links provided which relate specifically to each. Show less

The key objective of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF), developed by the National Training Quality Council (NTQC) of the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) board in conjunction with the states and territories in 2001, was to provide the basis for a nationally consistent, high quality vocational education and training (VET) system. There are two sets of standards under the AQTF: standards for registered training organisations (RTOs); and standards for state and territory registering/course accrediting bodies. These standards were reviewed in 2004. This booklet explains what the AQTF is, the principle of national recognition, why training organisations should become registered and how they can become registered, the scope of registration, audits, partnership option, use of the nationally recognised training logo, additional requirements for delivery to overseas students, and what the standards for state and territory registering/course accrediting bodies cover.

Companion documents are indexed from TD/ANTA 81.03 to TD/ANTA 81.07. Show less

The 'Roses' brochure package contains eight looseleaf information sheets which describe the changes to the Australian training system. In particular the information sheets advise business as to how the Australian Vocational Training System (AVTS) can be utilised to boost employees' skills so as to improve the overall competitiveness of the business. Show less

The key objective of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF), developed by the National Training Quality Council (NTQC) of the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) board in conjunction with the states and territories in 2001, was to provide the basis for a nationally consistent, high quality vocational education and training (VET) system. There are two sets of standards under the AQTF: standards for registered training organisations (RTOs); and standards for state and territory registering/course accrediting bodies. These standards were reviewed in 2004 and this document contains the 28 revised standards that state and territory registering/course accrediting bodies must follow for: evaluating training organisations to ensure they meet, and continue to meet, the standards for RTOs; registration of training organisations; accreditation of courses; and national recognition.

Companion documents are indexed from TD/ANTA 81.03 to TD/ANTA 81.07. Show less

The second National Industry Skills Forum, an initiative of the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) Board, was held on April 15, 2004, bringing together Australia’s employment and business leaders to discuss with the ANTA Board and Chairs of State Training Boards, the workforce skills base required for internationally competitive companies and enterprises. This document contains summaries of presentations by three panellists: Paul Kelly, Bernard Salt and Alan Oxley. It also provides information from an open discussion session that focused on improving skills planning to ensure business and industry have access to a highly skilled Australian workforce.

The opening address by David Hind is indexed at TD/ANTA 77.06. Show less

Currently, operators of high-hazard equipment are licensed through a competency-based assessment system based on guidelines declared by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC). In 2002, NOHSC and the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) established a Statement of Relationship and, as a result, occupational health and safety (OHS) and training authorities have worked closely to improve the ways in which OHS issues are addressed within the development, review and implementation of national training packages. The Transition Working Group was established jointly by ANTA and NOHSC with key stakeholders to examine options for an agreed OHS/vocational education and training (VET) system ‘one-stop shop’ approach to the training and assessment of plant operators within the VET system. The findings of the Transition Working Group are presented in a two volume draft report indexed at TD/ANTA 75.27 and TD/ANTA 75.28. The purpose of this consultation paper is to obtain stakeholder feedback on the findings of the Transition Working Group. The feedback received will be considered by the Transition Working Group before finalising its recommendations for the consideration of the NOHSC and ANTA. The final report is indexed at TD/ANTA 79.04. Show less