Launch of National Skills Week - 7 Aug

Posted by John Palmer

National Skills Week this year will be held 24-30 August and the

launch of National Skills Week is set for

Monday 7 August (6.30pm - 8.30pm) at Parliament House.

All Rotarians from D9685 and D9675 are invited to attend.

Mission Statement

The primary objectives of National Skills Week are:

Nationwide celebration of vocational qualifications and to shine a spotlight on the achievements of practical learners
To highlight the talent and skills of apprenticeships to the wider public and employers (Australian Training Awards)
An opportunity to celebrate vocational qualifications taken by people of all ages and at all levels
To showcase and profile Registered Training Organisations, Trade Schools (VETiS), Group Training Organisations and Employers
Focus on the vocational landscape, its diversity and the opportunity for young and old
To highlight the range of Apprentices available in different sectors and progression routes
To engage and persuade employers of the advantages of employing and supporting Apprentices
Wider benefits sought include motivating more entrants to the workforce with an appreciation of the “Australia at Work”, raised skills within the adult workforce, re-skilling to address the challenges of change and productivity
Provides opportunity for Federal Ministers to highlight government policy and the positive outcomes sought i.e. the opening of New Trade Training Centers in school programs and their effect etc.
To showcase industry and the sector (TAFE) working together to increase positive economic outcomes