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…
Thank you to everyone who has shared insights to help map landscaping job roles, skills and career pathways. An interim report is now being developed, bringing together findings from consultations to date. We appreciate the time and expertise contributed so far. There is still time to be involved by: Your input will help us build…
The Certificate II in Rural Operations is being revised to better meet the needs of learners, training providers and workplaces, and to align with the Training Package Organising Framework (TPOF) 2025. Stakeholder feedback indicates the word ‘rural’ is sometimes interpreted as limiting the qualification to inland or remote contexts. You are invited to provide input on…
The Australian Government has released the Jurisdictional Action Plan 2025–2026 Update, outlining progress against the shared priorities of the National Skills Agreement and the National Skills Plan. The 2025–2026 annual review reflects the actions and ambitions to deliver on the national priorities, as well as new focus areas in the skills and education landscape.
Legislation to establish the Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC) has passed Parliament, marking a major reform to Australia’s tertiary education system. The new commission will address barriers between university and VET, support more coordinated funding and planning, and provide independent advice to government.
Jobs and Skills Australia has released a new Training to Occupation Pathways (TOP) dataset that helps clarify how vocational training connects to jobs. By mapping relationships between qualifications and occupations, the dataset provides a clearer picture of the pathways training can support. It also offers valuable insights for employers, educators and policymakers by explaining how…
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a legitimate way for learners to have their skills and experience formally recognised. To help ensure RPL is done properly, the Australian Government has released a new set of resources to protect students and employers from fraudulent VET providers and qualifications. The Real Skills Deserve Real Recognition initiative reinforces…
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australian Training Awards, recognising outstanding learners, educators and employers across Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) system.Winners receive national recognition, and all finalists join the Australian VET Alumni, championing VET‑based careers across Australia and globally. Nominations close 20 May 2026.
This cross-JSC project will deliver a national review of the roles, skills and training pathways that underpin Australia’s biosecurity system. Stakeholder insights and research will be used to develop a comprehensive evidence base and practical recommendations to support implementation of the National Biosecurity Strategy. To capture the cross-industry skills required, this project is being undertaken…
Low exposure to industry and career awareness Imogen Coe currently works on a dairy farm in NSW where they milk 260-280 cows a year. She had no family background in farming and minimal exposure at school yet has been active in pursuing a career in agriculture. “I’m a bit of an animal lover, but I didn’t grow up…
