This free resource offers practical guidance to assist employers recruit, mentor and support apprentices through to successful completion. Watch our short video to see how to use the guide, then download your copy from the Resources page under ‘Workforce tools’. The Guide was developed through the Furnishing Apprenticeship Guidance Project. Skills Insight and FurnishingWorks consulted widely with stakeholders…
Jobs and Skills Australia has published Australian Jobs 2026. The report provides insights into Australia’s labour market and the factors shaping the future of work. One of the report’s central themes is that there are multiple pathways to a successful and rewarding career. People enter the workforce, pursue further study, undertake training, change industries or…
This new project is examining how vocational education and training (VET) decision‑making can better address the needs of regional, rural and remote Australia. Current reliance on enrolment data can mask real demand, limiting visibility of the skills needed to support critical industries. This feasibility study will explore whether alternative data sources and emerging technologies can…
Six new projects have been approved by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations to commence late 2026/early 2027. The projects were identified through consultation with industry and VET stakeholders and endorsed as priorities by the Skills Insight Stakeholder Forum. Please make sure your subscription preferences are up to date to receive news and consultation…
Draft Skills Profiles and a Mapping Guide have been produced for the textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) industry, based on consultations and research. The Mapping Guide provides an overview of the industry and explains how to use detailed Skills Profiles, which describe job roles, skills, knowledge and career pathways to support a future-ready workforce. You…
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the review of the Certificate II in Primary Industries and Rural Operations which was available for feedback between 18 February and 20 March 2026, and again from 9-28 June 2025. All feedback is being considered to progress the qualification through to the Finalisation stage of the project. This next…
Work is underway to develop an Agricultural Trade Qualification to offer learners a clearer pathway into rewarding agriculture careers and stronger recognition of their skills. Stakeholder input is critical. The draft qualification and units of competency are available for feedback from 1 July to 31 August 2026. We are collecting feedback through our online Feedback…
The Certificate II in Rural Operations has been updated to reflect feedback on its content and title. It is now available for final review and comments. Key updates include: There is also the opportunity to register for a Consensus Gathering Workshop to learn more about the updates and how to provide input. For more information,…
Work is underway to develop an Agricultural Trade Qualification that gives learners clearer pathways into the industry and stronger recognition of their skills. Stakeholder input is critical. Registrations are open for upcoming consultation sessions scheduled throughout July and August 2026. Industry stakeholders, farmers, students and employees are invited to share insights on current and emerging…
Australia’s textile flooring manufacturing sector requires workers with specialised technical skills. However, there is no dedicated training pathway into these roles and current training does not fully reflect modern production needs. This project will define entry-level skills and create a qualification pathway by updating the MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles to include…
Skills mapping documents will be available for stakeholder feedback in early June 2026. Insights from consultations and site visits have been analysed and used to inform development of the Skills Mapping documents. Thank you to everyone who participated. Your input will help provide evidence to support future training product design and workforce development activities. …
Skilled sewing machinists play a vital role across Australia’s furnishing, textile manufacturing and automotive industries. Demand for these skills continues to exceed supply, highlighting the need for training pathways that support entry into work while also enabling progression into relevant qualifications. This project will examine how the Industrial Sewing Skill Set is currently delivered and used, with…
The Tree Access Package can be used to secure access to trees for nationally recognised training and assessment. The package provides a framework to support consistent, safe, and scalable partnerships between training providers and land managers. The package was developed as part of a project to address long-standing challenges experienced by registered training organisations in…
You are invited to participate in a national Skills Review of the racing and breeding industries to build an understanding of current skills and job roles and their alignment to qualifications. Stakeholders are encouraged to register for an information session to learn more about the Skills Review and opportunities to participate: Your feedback is also…
