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Research, sector news and practical guidance from the CAQA team.

28 May 2022
Message from the CEO (22 May 2022)
Message from the CEO As we usually say, change is the one thing that is consistent in the VET sector, and this month is no exception. The national regulatory body is going...
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28 May 2022
What are the challenges facing Australia’s medical workforce crisis?
What are the challenges facing Australia’s medical workforce crisis? The health and welfare workforces deliver various services through Australia's private and public organisations. However, there is an imbalance in the system as...
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28 May 2022
Vocational education: Change negative mindset
Vocational education: Change negative mindset There is a narrative that has been around for a while tagging technical/vocational education as a last resort after one fails to advance in formal education. The...
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28 May 2022
Why should you trust CAQA Resources as your RTO training resource provider
Why should you trust CAQA Resources as your RTO training resource provider As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you need to ensure that the training resources you use are of the highest...
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28 May 2022
Why the excessive bureaucracy of the government is bad for education and training industry.
Why the excessive bureaucracy of the government is bad for education and training industry. If you are in the business of education and training, then you know that bureaucracy can be a...
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22 May 2022
Griffith TAFE is encouraging those seeking new jobs to get in touch about upcoming courses
Griffith TAFE is encouraging those seeking new jobs to get in touch about upcoming courses Griffith TAFE is encouraging those looking for new opportunities to come in and have a chat about...
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22 May 2022
How to become a trainer and assessor in Australia.
How to become a trainer and assessor in Australia. There is currently a high demand for qualified trainers and assessors in Australia, so if you have the relevant skills and qualifications, you...
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22 May 2022
How to become a Registered Training Organisation in Australia.
How to become a Registered Training Organisation in Australia. There are a number of requirements that need to be met in order to become a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia. These...
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22 May 2022
Incorporating digital skills into VET delivery: good practice guide
Incorporating digital skills into VET delivery: good practice guide Given its ties to industry, vocational education and training (VET) has a crucial role in ensuring the workforce possesses the skills for responding...
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22 May 2022
Scholarships for international students to study in Western Australia.
Scholarships for international students to study in Western Australia. It's possible that in the near future, international students may be able to study in Australia without having to pay full or partial...
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22 May 2022
Developing Interpersonal Skills as a Trainer/Assessor is Critical in the Training and Education Industry.
Developing Interpersonal Skills as a Trainer/Assessor is Critical in the Training and Education Industry. The training and education industry is a vital part of our society. It helps to prepare people for...
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22 May 2022
Online Media Solutions (OMS) Services
Online Media Solutions (OMS) Services Over the past two decades, Online Media Solutions (OMS) has provided assistance to clients worldwide. OMS merged into the CAQA and Career Calling brands in 2013. Services...
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22 May 2022
Students “in limbo” during two-year wait for Australia visas
Students “in limbo” during two-year wait for Australia visas These students say they are “in limbo” as Australia’s Department of Home Affairs, which oversees immigration, refuses to provide a clear timeline of...
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22 May 2022
Skilling the Australian workforce for the digital economy
Skilling the Australian workforce for the digital economy This study explored the current digital skills demand and supply situation in Australia’s workforce. The research investigated the skills impact of digitalisation on two...
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22 May 2022
Some lessons learned from working in the vocational education and training industry
Some lessons learned from working in the vocational education and training industry The vocational education and training (VET) sector has a lot to offer students, employees and employers alike. It can provide...
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22 May 2022
NZ brings forward reopening to students, changes post-study work rights
NZ brings forward reopening to students, changes post-study work rights Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that from July 31st all visitors will be able to enter the country, and that international students...
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22 May 2022
Teaching digital skills: implications for VET educators - good practice guide
Teaching digital skills: implications for VET educators - good practice guide The rise of Industry 4.0 and the digital economy has highlighted the need for the general workforce to hold digital skills....
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22 May 2022
TAFE eyes new debt collector to chase students
TAFE eyes new debt collector to chase students TAFE SA is searching for a new debt collection agency to recover more than $200,000 a month in unpaid fees by tracking down students,...
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22 May 2022
Compliance is not one person's responsibility in a training organisation
Compliance is not one person's responsibility in a training organisation In a training organisation, compliance is not just one person's job. Compliance is the responsibility of everyone in the organisation, from the...
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22 May 2022
CAQA Systems Services
CAQA Systems Services CAQA Systems provides technology services and support, and works in partnership with its customers. We collaborate with innovative organisations and service providers, assisting them in maximising the efficiency and...
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22 May 2022
CAQA Resources
CAQA Resources This month new training and assessment resources: CPC (Construction, plumbing and services) are now available. Certificate I in Construction (CPC10120)Certificate II In Construction Pathways (CPC20220)Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220)Certificate III...
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22 May 2022
CAQA Recruitment - The current job vacancies
CAQA Recruitment - The current job vacancies Resource writers CAQA Resources is looking for qualified instructional writers and subject matter experts to develop training materials for the community services and health services...
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22 May 2022
CAQA Recruitment
CAQA Recruitment Are you looking for staff? At CAQA Recruitment we help employers find talent for their organisation. We understand that hiring is a complex and sometimes costly process. However, it can...
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22 May 2022
CAQA Labs - Virtual lab environment our experts are working on!
CAQA Labs - Virtual lab environment our experts are working on! The benefits of a virtual lab for information technology and information system related subjects are many. First, the virtual lab provides...
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