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Changes from ANZSCO to OSCA

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:03:05 GMT

New occupation classifications

The Australian Bureau of Statistics and Statistics New Zealand have announced that while maintaining

comparability, each country will introduce their own tailored occupational statistical classifications.

The Statistics New Zealand classification, the National Occupation List (NOL), has been released on their website.

For Australia, the new classification will be called the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA),

2024, version 1.0 and will be released on Friday 6 December 2024.

Background – from ANZSCO to OSCA

The Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) has been jointly managed by

the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Stats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa (Stats NZ) since it was first published in

2006.

Careful consideration has been given to the shared custodianship of the classification between Australia and New

Zealand. It has been agreed by the ABS and Stats NZ that while maintaining comparability, each country will

introduce their own tailored occupational statistical classifications.

This will allow each agency to maintain separate but aligned classifications, with localised adaptations to better

reflect the contemporary labour market and meet stakeholder needs.

The ABS and Stats NZ will continue to work closely together through our commitment to providing high quality

insights and data to inform important decisions in our respective countries. We will continue to foster our

collaborative and cooperative relationship to ensure our international occupation data standards are aligned.

Comprehensive review and update of ANZSCO

In 2022, the Australian Government announced $23.7 million funding over four years for the ABS to undertake a

comprehensive update of ANZSCO and commence an ongoing maintenance program in 2025. This comprehensive

review follows two targeted reviews of ANZSCO in 2021 and 2022 which resulted in Australian updates to the

classification.

Occupation changes during the comprehensive review have been considered in respect of the Australian labour

market only.

Drivers for change

The decision by both Government Statisticians was made following discussions over several years noting the

following:

The difference between Australia’s and New Zealand’s labour markets is greater than when a joint classification began in 2006. Where this is most visible is when ANZSCO was first published in 2006, all ANZSCO occupations had a common skill level between Australia and New Zealand. Now, 56 of the current 1,076 occupations in ANZSCO have a different skill level in Australia and New Zealand.
Stats NZ has been unable to participate in the targeted 2021 and 2022 Australian updates, and the comprehensive review of the classification undertaken by the ABS over the past four years. As a result, the updated classification to be released on 6 December 2024 will reflect the contemporary Australian labour market and not the New Zealand labour market.
ABS and Stats NZ have identified different solutions to meet stakeholder demand.

Impacts of no longer having a joint occupation classification

No longer having a joint occupation classification will have impacts on the understanding and use of OSCA

compared to ANZSCO.

The classification will have a new name. The name of the (Australian managed) classification will be Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA).
All New Zealand specific occupations will no longer have visibility as Australia does not have jurisdiction. There are seven New Zealand specific occupations in ANZSCO 2022.
Occupations prominent in New Zealand only, will be aggregated according to skill level and main tasks.
All references to New Zealand will be removed from:

a. Occupation names

b. Lead statements

c. Alternative titles and specialisations

5. Te Reo Māori terminology will be removed.

6. References to the New Zealand Qualifications Framework and the New Zealand labour market more generally will no longer be present.

7. Skill level will be determined solely with reference to the Australian labour market. ANZSCO 2022 considered the skill level in Australia and New Zealand, and noted instances where these were different.

Availability of ANZSCO versions will remain, along with comparability

ANZSCO will continue to be available on the ABS website.

Concordances between new occupation classifications and ANZSCO v1.3 will support labour market comparisons

between the two countries.

Impacts on other joint classifications

The future of comparable, but tailored industry classifications for each country (ie. Australian and New Zealand

Standard Industrial Classification (ANZSIC)) is currently being considered.

Current arrangements for two other classifications which are jointly owned remain unchanged.

 Australian and New Zealand Standard Offence Classification (ANZSOC)
 Australian and New Zealand Standard Research Classification (ANZSRC)

OSCA Maintenance Phase 2025

The ABS is committed to regular updates of OSCA and is developing a plan for ongoing feedback.

We will continue to engage and consult on the classification during 2025.

Upcoming changes to Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Standards

justine@captovate.com.au (Justine David) — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 02:12:19 GMT

The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) is revising the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015 (the Standards) with the aim of providing greater clarity for RTOs and regulators, strengthening the focus on quality outcomes for learners and employers, and allowing for more flexibility and innovation in training delivery.

In May 2024, Skills and Workforce Ministers agreed to progress the Standards for public release in August 2024 and for them to come into full regulatory effect from 1 July 2025.

The draft revised Standards propose significant changes to the structure and content of the Standards, providing a clearer and more direct link between the requirements RTOs are expected to meet and the outcomes they are expected to deliver. The draft revised Standards also include monitoring and evaluation of RTO practices and strengthened requirements relating to continuous improvement. Quality outcomes and sustained compliance with the Standards are achieved when RTOs systematically monitor and evaluate their performance and continuously improve. This aligns with moving the sector towards self-assurance.

The draft revised Standards released by DEWR on 16 October 2023 were refined in preparation for piloting. Initial piloting was conducted by DEWR in late 2023 to test the practical interpretation of the draft revised Standards to ensure they will support effective regulation.

Further engagement and testing activities will be undertaken by ASQA after the Standards are publicly released in August 2024.

ASQA will conduct additional pilot activities after the revised Standards are finalised and released.

You can read more about the revision of the Standards for RTOs on the DEWR website under Quality Reforms .

You can also stay up to date with ASQA’s plans on our Preparing for implementation of revised Standards webpage .

Powering Skills Organisation (PSO) is excited to extend a special invitation to our Energy Pathway Roadshow: Collaborating for a sustainable tomorrow.

Josie.Boag@isacnt.org.au (Josie Boag) — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 03:45:29 GMT

PSO is embarking on a nationwide journey, coming directly to you, to engage in crucial conversations about the future of energy and the workforce. We will be conducting consultation workshops to understand and address how we build the pivotal skills and jobs needed for the nation's transition from fossil fuels to sustainable, clean energy solutions. Your insights and experiences are invaluable in this transformative period.

Your participation matters.

We're not just looking for ideas; we're seeking to understand the real-world implications of this energy shift on businesses, cities, and communities like yours. Your participation in our human-centered collaborative workshops will help shape policies and strategies that are both

effective and considerate of diverse needs.

ISACNT is proud to be hosting the upcoming events in Darwin and Alice Springs, which mark a significant opportunity for industry engagement. The Power and Skills Organisation (PSO) team of experts will lead interactive sessions where participants have the chance to delve into various critical aspects. These include examining the root causes of skills and occupation shortages, exploring alternative lenses for assessing skills, understanding the learner and employee experience within Energy, Gas and Renewables sectors, identifying ways to enhance rural and remote employment opportunities, addressing workforce diversity, and any other significant areas you deem essential for shaping the focus of the next Workforce Plan.

Whether you're an employer, association, trainer, or industry professional, your active participation will drive the development of practical training programs contributing to an industry-ready workforce.

Your insights are invaluable in shaping the future of industry training standards.

Join the PSO and ISACNT in forging a path toward industry-focused education excellence.

Be a part of 'The Journey' and register below by 6 February 2024 to attend.

Event details – Darwin

Date Monday: 12 February 2024

Location Darwin: The Atrium

Address: The Avenue 12 Salonika Street, Parap NT

Time: 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Eventbrite Link: Register HERE

RSVP: by 6 February 2024

Event details – Alice Springs

Date Wednesday: 14 February 2024

Location Alice Springs: Desert Knowledge Precinct

Address: 475 Stuart Hwy, Connellan NT 0873

Time: 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Eventbrite Link: Register HERE

RSVP: by 6 February 2024

Click Here to read the Round Table Pre-Reading

Manufacturing Skills Australia is pleased to announce support payments designed to assist and support skills for workers within the Manufacturing Industries

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 01:10:17 GMT

Manufacturing grants and scholarships are available for individuals!

If you are working at any level in manufacturing and you are passionate about innovation, Manufacturing Skills Australia wants to help you achieve your goals. They are encouraging and supporting people who work or study in sectors and occupations within manufacturing industries, including:

· Metal, engineering, and boating.

· Aerospace.

· Process manufacturing, including chemicals, hydrocarbons, mineral products, plastics, and rubber.

· Laboratory operations.

· Recreational vehicles.

· Textiles, clothing, and footwear.

· Furnishing.

· Competitive systems and practices.

· Environmental monitoring and sustainable operations.

Applicants can apply for between $1,000 and $10,000 to develop their skills and knowledge through research, education and/or training.

Applications are welcomed from all individuals employed or seeking employment in the Australian manufacturing industry seeking support for individual skilling and development that is not supported by any other funding opportunity.

Applications are now open and will be assessed quarterly.

Apply HERE (link https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/d693055ed15d443eb058a72ddde466ec ) or follow us on social media . (link https://www.linkedin.com/company/manufacturing-skills-australia/about/ )

Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance (AUSMASA) – Release “Initial Workforce Plan- The Future is Now”

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 03:15:47 GMT

In a pivotal move for Australia's mining and automotive sectors, the Mining and Automotive Skills Authority (AUSMASA) has unveiled its groundbreaking "Initial Workforce Plan: The Future is Now." This comprehensive document is poised to reshape the landscape of these industries, providing a strategic blueprint for navigating challenges and fostering sustainable growth.

AUSMASA's plan focuses on several key pillars. Skill development takes centre stage, with a commitment to upskilling and re-skilling the workforce to meet the evolving demands of the sectors. Embracing innovation is another critical aspect, as the plan emphasises the integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Diversity and inclusion feature prominently in AUSMASA's vision, recognising the importance of a varied talent pool in driving innovation and excellence. The plan advocates for collaborative efforts, encouraging partnerships between industry stakeholders, educational institutions, and government bodies.

A notable highlight is the emphasis on adaptability in workforce planning. AUSMASA's forward-thinking approach introduces flexible models that can adeptly respond to market fluctuations and technological advancements.

This release marks a significant stride toward a more resilient, skilled, and dynamic workforce. Stakeholders are urged to delve into the "Initial Workforce Plan: The Future is Now" to gain insights into shaping the future of Australia's mining and automotive industries.

Educational Opportunities with Fee-Free TAFE

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:20:34 GMT

Whether you're considering upskilling, retraining, or embarking on a new career, the Australian Government invests in your future by offering an additional 300,000 Fee-Free TAFE (Technical and Further Education) and vocational education places.

This initiative, introduced in 2023 with an initial allocation of 180,000 TAFE and vocational education places nationwide, is set to expand further with the five-year National Skills Agreement (NSA) starting in January 2024. The NSA emphasises increased investment in the vocational education and training sector (VET), strengthening VET and providing a pathway to the essential skills required by future job opportunities.

These courses cover critical areas with skill shortages, including aged care, technology, hospitality, construction, agriculture, sovereign capability, and the VET workforce. Designed to empower priority groups, this initiative targets First Nations people, young individuals aged 17-24, job seekers, women seeking economic security, unpaid caregivers, women pursuing non-traditional fields of study, and people with disabilities.

This remarkable initiative is a collaborative effort involving the Australian, State, and Territory governments, allowing eligible individuals to enrol in accredited diploma, certificate, or short courses without tuition fees. This means your educational journey is free from financial constraints.

VET plays a pivotal role in equipping individuals with practical, job-ready skills in demand in today's and tomorrow’s workforce. In a world where professions such as software development, technical roles, nursing, and aged and disabled care are driving economic growth, VET becomes an essential bridge to acquiring advanced skills.

To stay informed about 2024 Fee-Free TAFE enrolments in the Northern Territory, register your interest at https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/fee-free-tafe/northern-territory.

For more information on the Landmark National Skills Agreement to unlock billions and workforce opportunities, please reach out to us via admin@isacnt.org.au or phone on 08 7913 7500.

ISACNT serves as a crucial link between industry, government, stakeholders, and the national VET system. Therefore, ISACNT supports training product development through local engagement, providing quality representation for Northern Territory industries.

We provide advice and gather intelligence on training package development, workforce development, skill shortages, and solutions in the Northern Territory (NT). Furthermore, we promote and support a quality VET system and raise awareness of available qualifications and skilling/upskilling opportunities in the NT to address workforce and skills needs.

Elevate Your Job Search with WorkerConnect

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:09:43 GMT

In today's fast-paced job market, finding the right career opportunity can be a daunting task. The endless scrolling through various job boards, registering on multiple websites, and setting up countless job alerts can quickly become overwhelming. But what if there was a solution that simplified this process and made the job search easier and more efficient than ever before? Enter WorkerConnect, the innovative platform that's changing the game for job seekers in the Northern Territory.

WorkerConnect acts as a centralised hub for job seekers across the Northern Territory, including major cities like Darwin and Alice Springs, as well as more remote regions. It takes the hassle out of the job search by aggregating job listings from various sources and presenting them all in one convenient location.

Whether you're looking for a career change or just starting your job search journey, the Northern Territory Government’s WorkerConnect platform is designed to save you valuable time and effort.

One of WorkerConnect's features is its ability to provide you with personalised job alerts. Imagine receiving notifications directly to your inbox whenever a job opportunity that matches your preferences becomes available. No more constantly refreshing your browser or missing out on exciting opportunities. Simply set your criteria – including job type, location, and industry – and let WorkerConnect do the work for you. Stay ahead of the competition, stay informed, and never miss out on a new opportunity again.

WorkerConnect offers a unique opportunity for job seekers to join its talent community. Employers actively use this feature to recruit new talent. By being part of this community, job seekers can increase their chances of being noticed by employers eager to connect with motivated candidates. It's a win-win situation that opens doors to exciting possibilities for employers and job seekers alike.

So, are you ready to take your job search to the next level? Visit the Northern Territory Government’s WorkerConnect Platform today: https://jobs.theterritory.com.au

Simplify your job search, get noticed by NT employers, and pave the way for a brighter career future.

Winners of the NT Training Awards Honoured

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 01:16:05 GMT

Developing and skilling a robust local workforce and apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities is key to strengthening the Territory’s skills base.

There are currently nearly 4,000 Territorians undertaking apprenticeships and traineeships across the Northern Territory, seven of which were announced as individual category winners at the 2023 Northern Territory Training Awards on Saturday, September 2, 2023.

The NT Training Awards highlight the incredible talent, depth and diversity in the Territory’s vocational education and training sector.

The winners were selected from 102 nominations across 12 categories, comprising of 78 individuals and 24 businesses.

This year’s finalists represented a wide range of industries including health, conservation, electrotechnology, mechanics, mining, beauty services, cookery, fitness, early childhood learning, business and information technology.

The winners list included:

· Electrical apprentice Jack Higgins, who was named the Austin Asche Apprentice of the Year.

· Healthcare trainee, Porsche Cahill who was named the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year.

· Remote business, Numburindi Store located south of Groote Eylandt, which was named Small Employer of the Year.

· Roper Gulf Regional Council and Bradford Institute of Advanced Education, who won Industry Collaboration of the Year for the Roper Gulf Cert III in Community Services Project.

The awards, now in their 68th year, are significant as they foster collaboration between businesses and training providers through innovative programs.

Developing a strong local workforce enables local businesses to take advantage of new opportunities and support the economic development of the Northern Territory towards $40 billion by 2030.

NT winners in eligible categories will now progress to the Australian Training Awards to be held in Hobart on 17 November 2023.

Direct entry award category finalists for the Australian Training Awards have also been announced and the NT is represented by Brendan Reid, a finalist for the Excellence in Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice Award, and Karen Sheldon who has been nominated for Outstanding Achievement in the VET and Skills Sector Award.

Minister for Business, Jobs and Training, Paul Kirby congratulated all of this year’s winners and finalists on their achievements and outstanding contributions to the Territory’s training sector.

“The Territory Labor Government is investing $92 million towards training in the Territory to ensure Territorians can continue to access skills and training to meet current and future workforce needs of employers and businesses," Minister Kirby said.

“The Northern Territory Training Awards celebrate the best-of-the best in vocational education and training from apprentices, to teachers to local businesses and registered training organisations."

Austin Asche Apprentice of the Year was awarded to Jack Higgins, who completed a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician at Charles Darwin University and is employed by GTNT Group.

“Electrical work is a challenging yet rewarding field that offers a range of opportunities for growth and development," Mr Higgins said.

“I wanted to learn a trade that is both practical and technical, and after completing the Prelude to the Future program where I was able to get a taste of both the electrical and mechanical trades, the electrical industry seemed like the perfect fit for me and where I wanted to pursue a career.”

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year was awarded to Porsche Cahill, who completed Certificate III in Laboratory Skills through ABC Training and Consulting and is employed by GTNT Group.

“I always wanted to work in the health industry because I love learning about the human body and helping people," Ms Cahill said.

“Doing my traineeship at Menzies has given me so many new skills and knowledge. I'm proud of what I've achieved so far, but I'm excited for the future too. I want to make a positive difference in healthcare, especially for Indigenous communities.”

Northern Territory Training Award Winners :

For more information head to industry.nt.gov.au/events/nt-training-awards

Territory Champions Claim Victory at WorldSkills Australia 2023 National Championship

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 03:20:54 GMT

The Northern Territory Team's participation in the 2023 WorldSkills Australia event yielded remarkable results, including two bronze medals and a Medallion of Excellence.

These achievements stand as a testament to the dedication and commitment of five highly talented young Territorians.

The competition held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from August 17-19, saw 180 young apprentices and trainees presented with medals at a ceremony on Sunday evening.

Just under 27,000 visitors attended the event, with the majority comprising school students seeking to learn more about the opportunities that vocational, technological and service-oriented careers can unlock.

Industry Skills Advisory Council NT supported the NT competitors on the ground, along with Charles Darwin University (CDU) Pro-Vice Chancellor and CEO - TAFE Michael Hamilton.

The Northern Territory team took away two bronze medals in the categories of Retail Baking Bread, awarded to Territorian Jade Reichstein, and VETiS Business Services, which went to Khiandra Fabian.

The NT cohort competed across the categories of Beauty Therapy, Retail Baking Bread, VETiS Business Services, and Carpentry.

When viewed within the NT context, it highlights the Territory's determination and its capacity to excel beyond its size, especially considering that Team NT comprised just five competitors competing against the hundreds from Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland.

Industry Skills and Advisory Council (ISACNT) Operations Manager Casey Bruton said it had been a fantastic effort from all the Territory competitors competing against competitors across the country.

“The WorldSkills Australia competition celebrates excellence in various trades and showcases the immense potential of our future workforce,” Ms Bruton said.

“An incredible effort over three days of competing by the NT competitors. The competition is a testament to their hard work, perseverance, and passion for their chosen fields.

“The competition is a great celebration of the NT team's achievements and dedication to their respective fields and a wonderful recognition of the role Vocational Education and Training (VET) plays in upskilling our young people and anyone that wants to develop new skills and get industry ready. “

Despite being the smallest team, the NT team garnered attention and set the tone for their approach to the competition.

Following the opening ceremony, the competitors underwent a comprehensive induction, which included safety briefings, toolbox inspections, and event expectations. In the evenings, competitors embarked on last-minute efforts to acquire additional equipment that could provide a competitive edge in their respective tasks.

Days of competition were marked by an electrifying atmosphere, with students planning and executing their projects. Despite the intense competition, participants like Ella Adami, a veteran competitor from Alice Springs, maintained their composure and garnered respect from peers and judges.

The competition concluded with Team NT feeling positive despite the challenges of competing away from home.

Next year's NT regional competition will be bigger and broader to showcase the talent the NT has, to take them onto the nationals again, being held in QLD 2025.

Northern Territory Results:

For more information head to www.worldskills.org.au .

ISACNT releases Work Experience Register

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 02:39:34 GMT

ISACNT releases new Work Experience Register for schools and students

Are your students ready to step into the working world and gain invaluable hands-on experience? We're thrilled to introduce the Industry Skills and Advisory Council’s (ISACNT) Work Experience Register – the ultimate gateway to a world of exciting opportunities and meaningful placements for school students across the Northern Territory.

Designed exclusively for school students in the Territory, the Work Experience Register connects students with businesses actively seeking work experience candidates.

With ISACNT’s Work Experience Register, schools can wave goodbye to the hassle of endlessly scouring the internet for opportunities. Instead they can simply contact ISACNT to browse through a list of placements that align with the interests and career aspirations of their students.

Students can connect with industry professionals in their chosen field as a part of their work experience placements, establishing meaningful connections that can open doors to future employment.

Whether your students are aspiring engineers, creative minds, or business entrepreneurs in the making, ISACNT’s Work Experience Register caters to all interests and ambitions.

So what’s the process to access the register?

School VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor to email ISACNT admin@isacnt.org.au to request list of employers for work experience or student placement

ISACNT will email the Work Experience Registration Form , to be completed by schools or simply fill in the form here. This includes key information required including student's occupations of interest, suburb of residence, and dates

ISACNT will contact relevant businesses to confirm with the employer capacity to take on a student for work experience or placement and the business contact details

ISACNT will email the VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor the list of approved employers and contact details

The school representative will contact directly the businesses to arrange the work experience, placement and any relevant criteria that may be required of the business

Once the student has been placed with a business for the purpose of work experience placement, the school representative is to email ISACNT to advise of any confirmed work experience/placement

Time frame of ISACNT's response will be dependent on industry response and confirmation.

For more information reach out to us at admin@isacnt.org.au . To register a student from your school for work experience or a placement opportunity please fill out the Work Experience Registration Form here and a representative will be in touch with you.

Architectural, Engineering and Technical Services: ABS / ANZSCO Classification - Seeking Your Input

casey.bruton@isacnt.org.au (Casey Bruton) — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 01:18:52 GMT

Does your industry need support in identifying occupations that are growing or emerging within your industry?

Are there occupations within your industry that are not on the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) list?

What is ANZSCO and why is it important?

The ANZSCO list is an index of job classifications referenced in state and national labour market research and to inform economic policy such as the national Skilled Occupation List to identify priority jobs that can be supported through skilled migration, and the Territory-specific NT Skilled Occupation Priority List (NTSOPL) for identifying priority jobs that require support which may contribute to local economic development

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is undertaking a series of consultations to review of current and emerging occupation classifications.

ISACNT strongly encourages industry to participate in these consultations.

Round 2 consultation will review occupations within the following common sectors:

Air and space transport
Allied health
Architectural, engineering, and technical services
Construction
Electricity, gas, water, and waste services
Manufacturing
Medical, nursing, and other health care services
Mining
Property operators and real estate
Repair and maintenance
Spatial, surveying and mapping services
Telecommunications
Tourism Services

Round 2 will close Friday 11 August 2023.

To submit feedback please visit https://www.abs.gov.au/about/consultation-and-conferences/updating-anzsco/participate-anzsco-consultations

Clean Energy Capacity Study

casey.bruton@isacnt.org.au (Casey Bruton) — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 02:41:20 GMT

We are excited to announce that the Australian Government has commissioned Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) to conduct a comprehensive capacity study on the workforce needs for Australia's transition to a clean energy economy. This study aims to provide valuable insights into the jobs and industries that form Australia's clean energy workforce, analyse the workforce requirements to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, explore the employment opportunities created by clean energy initiatives, identify relevant education, training, and migration pathways, and examine potential roles for workers in emission-intensive sectors to transition to new positions within their communities.

To ensure a holistic and inclusive approach, a project steering group has been established, comprising members from industry, unions, training providers, state governments, research organizations, and the Commonwealth. This collaboration ensures that diverse perspectives are taken into account and enables a comprehensive analysis of the clean energy workforce landscape.

JSA is committed to delivering an interim report to the Australian Government by May 2023, providing an initial overview of their findings and recommendations. Furthermore, a final report is expected to be released by mid-2023, presenting a detailed assessment of the clean energy workforce requirements and strategies for effective implementation.

In addition to the reports, JSA will be publishing a series of accompanying resources over the coming months. These resources will provide further insights, data, and guidance related to the clean energy capacity study, supporting stakeholders in understanding the implications and opportunities associated with Australia's transition to a clean energy economy.

For more information on the Clean Energy Capacity Study please visit the following link:
Clean Energy Capacity Study | Jobs and Skills Australia

Transition Period Extension

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 02:19:31 GMT

In Vocational Education and Training, there is a constant requirement for training to be adapted to meet the needs of industry. Whether needs change because of the operating environment, improvements in capability through technology augmentation or identified learning shortfalls identified in the current qualification, these needs are resolved through amendments to qualifications to improve learning outcome for learners and industry.

During the implementation of amendments, qualifications will undergo a phase of transition. In this phase, learners can commence training before amendments have been introduced and complete the qualification after the amendments have been included. Transition has a defined completion date that all learners aspiring to obtain the qualification need to have completed training and assessment by. After the transition period all persons in training need to complete the amended qualification to be deemed qualified.

Transition periods are important because they enable Industry and Training Providers to maintain capability whilst changes occur.

From April 2023 the following qualifications have had transition phases extended by ASQA;

Learners concerned by the end of transition periods should contact the RTO (Registered Training Organisations) facilitating their qualification to discuss training and assessment options.

Industries or RTOs within the Northern Territory can contact Industry Skills Advisory Council NT to discuss issues or concerns regarding the end of a transition phase and its effects on capability.

To view all training products with current transition extensions please visit:

Training products with current transition extensions | Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)

Bulletin #21: AISC Update October 2022 Meeting

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 01:26:29 GMT

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) October Meeting.

The Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) held its 48 ^th meeting on 12 October 2022.

The AISC continues to be responsible for national training package product development under the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector.

VET Reform update:

Following the Jobs and Skills Summit in early September, the committed noted the Governments’ shared commitment to collaborative approaches to workforce challenges and skills shortages. Other priorities included the establishment of Jobs and Skills Australia, Industry Clusters and consultation on vocational education and training (VET) quality and qualifications reforms.

The Committee also noted Governments are working closely with other stakeholders to progress:

a VET Workforce Blueprint to support and grow the VET workforce
strengthening the apprenticeship system, and
reinvigorating foundation skills programs.

Training Package Projects:

The TAE Training and Education Training Package review is progressing and has strong links to work underway on the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 and the VET Workforce Quality Strategy.

The transition of any unfinished training package projects to new industry engagement arrangements.

The Committee discussed a number of policy concerns raised by key stakeholders. The training products for endorsement was approved on a number of conditions.

The Chair of Public Sector IRC provided an overview of the consultation process to the translating and interpreting training products.

Cases for Endorsement:

HLT Health Training Package – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 updated qualification
1 new qualification.

MAR Maritime Training Package – Autonomous Maritime Systems

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 new qualification
3 new skill sets
8 new units of competency.

MEM Manufacturing and Engineering Training Package

The Case for Endorsement approved subject to the conditions includes:

Project A: Release 3.0

16 updated qualifications
1 updated skill set
310 updated units of competency
Project B: Release 4.0 – Welding Skills
1 updated qualification
40 updated units of competency

*Access to A Attachment by clicking on the below link.

MSF Furnishing Training Package

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

Project A: Flooring

1 updated qualification
2 new units of competency
Project B: Glass and Glazing
1 updated qualification
6 new units of competency
28 updated units of competency.

MSL Laboratory Operations Training Package – Laboratory Operations

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

5 updated qualifications
7 new skill sets
2 updated skill sets
59 updated units of competency
3 new units of competency.

MSM Manufacturing Training Package– Recreational Vehicle Project

The training products were not approved for endorsement.

The Committee agreed further work should be undertaken to demonstrate the equivalence of the Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Manufacture and Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Service and Repair before this project is resubmitted in November 2022 for consideration:

4 updated qualifications
1 deleted qualification
23 updated units of competency
6 new units of competency.

UEE Electrotechnology Training Package

Project A: Rail Signalling

Approved the training products for endorsement on the condition it be made clearer in the qualification that all relevant jurisdictional licensing requirements must be complied with in the first instance and in determining available entry pathways. In addition, certification must indicate which entry pathway was used:

1 updated qualification
15 updated units of competency
3 new units of competency

Project B: Computer Systems Engineering

Approved the training product for endorsement on the condition that deleted units of competency not be removed from the elective banks of 12 additional UEE qualifications at this stage:

1 updated qualification

Project C: Renewables

Approved the training products for endorsement:

4 updated qualifications
25 updated units of competency
13 new units of competency.

PSP Public Sector Training Package – Translating and Interpreting

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

4 updated qualifications
47 updated units of competency
1 new unit of competency
2 new skill sets.

CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package– Prefabricated Concrete Element Installation

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 new qualification
7 new units of competency
3 new skill sets
1 updated unit of competency.

PUA Public Safety Training Package

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

Project A: Emergency Management

1 updated qualification
4 new units of competency
2 new skill sets

Project B: Emergency Care

3 updated qualifications
5 updated units of competency
1 new skill set
2 deleted units of competency

Project C: Fire

2 updated qualifications
3 new units of competency.

TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package – Materiel and Deployment Logistics

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

7 updated qualifications
1 deleted qualification
31 updated units of competency
9 deleted units of competency
6 updated skill sets.

UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package Release 5.0 – Powerline Safety

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 new unit of competency
1 new skill set.

CSC Correctional Services Training Package

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

5 updated qualifications
35 updated units of competency
2 new units of competency
1 new skill set.

HLT Health Training Package – Infection Prevention and Control

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

2 revised units of competency
1 new skill set
1 revised skill set.

CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package– Construction Waterproofing Design and Survey

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 new qualification
2 new skill sets
6 new units of competency.

MSS Sustainability Training Package

The Case for Endorsement approved includes two projects:

Part 1: Competitive Systems and Practices

5 revised qualifications
2 deleted qualifications
4 new units of competency
90 revised units of competency
12 merged or deleted units of competency
9 new skill sets

Part 2: Sustainable Operations and Environmental Monitoring and Technology

4 revised qualifications
5 new units of competency
41 revised units of competency
11 merged or deleted units of competency
3 new skill sets
3 deleted skill sets.

MST Textiles, Clothing and Footwear Training Package – Using Advanced Materials and New Technologies in a Circular Economy

The Case for Endorsement approved :

4 updated qualifications (merged outcomes from 7 qualifications)
72 updated units of competency
23 deleted units of competency
5 reinstated units of competency.

NWP National Water Training Package

The Case for Endorsement approved includes two projects:

Project A: Flood Site Operations

1 new unit of competency
1 new skill set
Project B: Water Network Maintenance
1 updated unit of competency
3 new units of competency.

POL Police Training Package – Police Liaison and Community Engagement

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

3 updated qualifications
14 updated units of competency
1 new unit of competence
1 deleted qualification
3 deleted units of competency.

SIS Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package – Sport, Aquatic and Recreation

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

5 updated qualifications
47 updated units of competency
4 updated skill sets.

UEG Gas Industry Training Package – Gas Supply Industry Skills

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 new unit of competency
59 updated units of competency
4 updated qualifications.

UEP Electricity Supply Industry – Generation Sector Training Package – Control Room Operations

The Case for Endorsement approved includes:

1 updated qualification
3 new skill sets
5 new units of competency.

For more details on all ASIC decisions and discussions, click here .

The next AISC meeting will be held on Wednesday 29 November 2022.

Bulletin #20: AISC Update August 2022 Meeting

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:09:08 GMT

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) August Meeting.

The Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) held its 47 ^th meeting on 17 August 2022.

The AISC continues to be responsible for national training package product development under the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector.

The Committee continues considered new case for endorsement for Skills to Skills Ministers.

As 2022 progresses, the Committee continues to play a vital role in supporting Industry Reference Committees (IRCs) to ensure continuity and stability of the VET system during the transition to the new arrangements.

VET Reform update:

The Committee received an overview of the Government’s election commitments for the skills sector that included the establishment of Jobs and Skills Australia, commitments to TAFE, New Energy Apprenticeships, and the New Energy Skills Program.

Project Policy Issues related to Training Packages:

Agriculture and Production Horticulture Training Product Development Projects.

The Committee welcomed Mr Geoff Harvey, Chair of the Agriculture and Production Horticulture Industry Reference Committee (IRC), who provided an update on progress with the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package review. Members noted the IRC is making good progress and this work will substantially modernise the training package by focussing on the jobs needed by industry.

Members will consider the completed project at its November 2022 meeting.

Update on Gas Training Product Development Projects.

The Committee welcomed Mr Michael Broomhead, Chair of the Gas IRC, who provided an update on progress of the current review of the UEG Gas Training Package. The Committee noted growing demand for new workers in the industry and that an increased number of trainers and training providers are needed, particularly with the increased demand in job roles requiring hydrogen related skills. The current review will result in significant updates across the training package.

Members will consider this high priority project at their October 2022 meeting.

Silica Safety Awareness Project.

The Committee noted Skills Ministers endorsed updates to three of four units for the CPC Construction Plumbing and Services Training Package – Silica Safety Awareness Project approved by the Committee at its 12 April 2022 meeting. The remaining unit CPCSIL1001 Prepare to work safely with products and materials containing crystalline silica) was not endorsed, with Skills Ministers citing safety concerns in complying with the unit’s assessment conditions.

Cases for Endorsement:

MSF Furnishing Training Package – Cabinet Making and Pathways

Approved the training product for endorsement on the condition the IRC and SSO develop a communication strategy in partnership with the Queensland State Training Authority regarding use of the merged Cabinet Making and Timber Technology qualification.

8 updated qualifications
3 merged qualifications
1 deleted qualification
113 updated units of competency
1 new unit of competency
7 merged units of competency
50 deleted units of competency

TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement on the condition the updated unit of competency TLILIC0040 Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity) is deemed non-equivalent to the superseded unit.

5 updated qualifications
21 updated units of competency
2 deleted units of competency

AVI Aviation Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement.

Project A: Chief Remote Pilot

1 new qualification
4 new units of competency

Project B: Air Traffic Control

1 updated qualification
9 updated units of competency

Project C: Commercial Pilot – Helicopter

1 updated qualification
10 updated units of competency

Project D: Aviation Supervision

1 updated qualification
6 new units of competency

CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement.

Project A: Virtual and Hybrid Events and Creative Products

3 new units of competency
1 new skill set

Project B: Working with Confronting Materials

1 new unit of competency

DEF Defence Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement.

Project A: Electronic Digital Forensics

2 updated qualifications
10 updated units of competency

Project B: Paralegal Services

2 updated qualifications
14 updated units of competency

Project C: Test and Evaluation

4 updated qualifications
7 updated units of competency

Project D: Work Diving

16 updated units of competency

Project C: Ranger Control

1 updated qualification
6 updated units of competency
1 updated skill set

Project D: Moral Injury

1 new skill set
3 new units of competency

FWP Forest and Wood Products Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement.

Part 1 – Sawmilling and Timber Processing

4 updated qualifications
37 updated units of competency
8 new units of competency
3 deleted units of competency
9 new skill sets
4 deleted skill sets

Part 2 – Responding and Assisting in Bushfires

2 updated qualifications
4 updated units of competency
2 new units of competency

RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package – Autonomous Operations

Approved the training products for endorsement

2 new qualifications
1 new skill set
19 new units of competency

UEE Electrotechnology Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement.

Project A: Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

1 updated qualification
5 new units of competency

Project B: Electricity Meters

1 updated skill set
1 updated unit of competency

Project C: Hazardous Areas

2 updated qualifications
11 new units of competency
13 updated units of competency

Project D: Assess and Report on Smoke Control Features

1 updated unit of competency
1 updated skill set

UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package

Approved the training products for endorsement.

4 new units of competency
79 updated units of competency
35 deleted units of competency
Streamlining of 2 Diploma qualifications into the Advanced Diploma qualification
3 updated qualifications
3 deleted qualifications
1 new skill set
18 deleted skill sets

PUA Public Safety Training Package – National Recovery Training Program (Tranche 2)

Approved the training products for endorsement.

1 new qualification
9 new skill sets
4 new units of competency

For more details on all ASIC decisions and discussions, click here .

The next AISC meeting will be held on Wednesday 12 October 2022.

Bulletin #19: AISC Update June 2022 Meeting

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 06:46:47 GMT

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) June Meeting.

The Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) held its 46th meeting on 1 June 2022.

VET Reform update:

Project Policy Issues related to Training Packages:

Update on Electrotechnology Training Product Development Projects
Transition update: Approach for managing unfinished training package projects

AISC agreed to apply the following criteria in determining if a project is in scope for termination:

the validation draft (Milestone 3 of the project) is not available by 1 September 2022
if the Case for Endorsement is due at the final AISC meeting in November and has not been submitted to the Secretariat by 21 October 2022.

Members agreed the Committee will review the list of projects in scope for termination at its October 2022 meeting and will formally notify IRCs and SSOs of their decision.

Certificate IV in School Aged Education and Care: Six-month delay to deletion

Cases for Endorsement:

ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package V6.0 – Trainers of Assistance Dogs and Companion Animal Incident Management

Approved the training product for endorsement

4 qualifications
6 skill sets
13 units of competency

AHC Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation and Land Management Training Package V8.0 – Water Allocation and Entitlement Skills

Approved the training products for endorsement

2 updated qualifications
3 new units of competency
2 new skill sets

FBP Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Training Package V8.0 – Australian Native Bush Foods (Indigenous Food Skill Set)

Approved the training products for endorsement

1 updated qualification
3 new skill sets
1 new unit of competency

MAR Maritime – Release 9

Approved the training products for endorsement

Project A: Marina Operations

1 updated qualification
7 updated units of competency

Project B: Vessel Traffic Services

1 new qualification
6 new units of competency

POL Police Training Package Release 6.0 – Police Surveillance

Approved the training products for endorsement

1 qualification
8 units of competency

TLI Transport and Logistics – Release 12

Approved the training products for endorsement

Project A: Customs Brokering

1 updated qualification
1 new unit of competency
16 updated units of competency

Project B: Rail Traffic Pilot

2 updated qualifications
1 new skill set
1 new unit of competency

For more details on all ASIC decisions and discussions, click here .

The next AISC meeting will be held on Wednesday 17 August 2022.

Laboratory Operations Training Package Review

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 23:26:01 GMT

Feedback now open for draft one of Laboratory Operations Training Package material

ISACNT is calling on industry experts to provide feedback on draft one of the Laboratory Operations training package material. Feedback is open until 17 ^th June 2022.

The review is being conducted to improve structure and content of Laboratory Operations qualifications and units of competency. Due to emerging industry needs the project will consider the incorporation of new units of competency in surgical cut-up and molecular testing.

IBSA Group will be hosting webinars at the following times.

Thursday, 09 June 12.00 pm – 1.30 pm

Tuesday, 14 June 12.00 pm – 1.30 pm

To provide feedback please get in contact with Natalie McGrath 0499 494 984.

Review of Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:24:18 GMT

Industry experts provide your perspective on the Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package

Sport and Recreation is embedded in the Northern Territory way of life. The all year round warm weather means Territorians of all ages spend significant amounts of time outdoors with family and friends participating in recreational activities.

The many health benefits of sport and recreation are well known, making it an important part of our daily lives.

NT industry experts are encouraged to participate in the review of essential skills required for the workforce in:

Sport and Recreation
Aquatics and Community Recreation

Webinar Sessions are being held by Skills IQ at the following times:

Tuesday, 07 June 2022 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Friday, 10 June 2022 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Tuesday, 14 June 2022 9.30am to 11.30am

To provide feedback, please get in touch with Natalie McGrath on 0499 494 984 by Friday 17 ^th June.

PUA Emergency Management Review

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:03:24 GMT

Consultation on Draft 1 of the PUA Emergency Management Training Package material is open for feedback until 16 June 2022.

ISACNT invites Northern Territory industry experts to provide feedback to Lauren Hall by lauren.hall@isacnt.org.au or on 0499 949 968.

This project is addressing the skills requirements for the management of emergency response to help build Australia’s disaster resilience.

Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management ) has been updated and four new Units of Competency have been developed, covering the skills and knowledge to evaluate natural disasters impacts, manage emergency management centres, conduct emergency evacuations, as well as human factors in response and recovery activities.

For more information and to access the draft material visit Australian Industry Standards.
PUA Emergency Management - Australian Industry Standards

Future of Our Fruit - within the Supply Chain

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:21:43 GMT

Article by Neda Aleksic

Have you ever purchased fresh produce from a supermarket or your local convenience store to realise it’s not so fresh after all?

According to Logistics Bureau , fresh produce typically spends up to half of its shelf life in transit between suppliers and retailers.

Suppliers face the daily challenge of ensuring fresh produce gets from the source to the destination before spoilage, ensuring that the foods are safe for sale.

So, what can be done to ensure that products are kept in pristine condition for consumer purchase?

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries recently shared at the 2021 Hort Connections Conference an evolving data management tool for supply chain decision-makers called a ‘USB Logger’. The USB Loggers enable monitoring shipments of fresh produce to identify the:

ripeness at specific arrival points in a supply chain
temperatures of produce to maintain consistency
shipment movement throughout the supply chain

This innovative technology proposes to assist with real-time data through the life of the supply chain and reduce data manipulation with manual inputs. However, it is essential to ensure the supplier's handling of fresh produce is maintained to a set standard as an added layer of protection to meeting consumer needs.

Fresh produce spoils quickly. Worst of all, in many cases, it does not show signs of spoilage until it’s too late, resulting in shipments being rejected at the very end of the supply chain, typically leaving the supplier, producer, or grower bearing the cost of the loss.

The monitoring tool will provide exporters with precise data of shipment delays and movements of damaged goods to ensure correct responsibility is identified and not a cost outcome to the incorrect party.

Not only has the utilisation of Supply Chain Traceability excelled, but The 2018 Australian Supply Chain Tech Survey reported the following technologies to have a significant or greater impact on 188 respondents businesses throughout the supply chain over the next ten years, compared to their utilisation today:

The risk of security and hacking is a massive concern in developing technologies, with 90% of respondents expressing concerns that security and hacking within the sector will significantly impact the workforce.

With customers having greater interest and accessibility in the origins of their purchases minimising cybercrime and personal data leaks across the supply chain is a factor that needs continuous attention to prove these technologies are beneficial and safe.

For more information on how technology is impacting industries and changing occupational skills, contact the team at ISACNT.

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Will International Workers Address our Skills Shortages

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:14:52 GMT

Article by Andrew Trinh

“We’ve Golden Soil and Wealth for Toil”, but will International Workers Address our Skills Shortages?

Australia is (almost) ready to reopen its borders. It’s a timely decision as various industries have announced their appetite for growth as they move from recovery to expansion.

Infrastructure Australia reports a workforce supply gap of almost 93,000 jobs by 2024 based off known and committed public infrastructure works. Curiously, The Tech Council of Australia aims to deliver one million tech jobs by 2025. It, too, is projecting a shortage of 93,000 tech jobs.

December 1st would have seen the return of fully vaccinated international students and eligible visa holders, but the decision has been delayed by at least a fortnight due to the new Omicron variant .

Having heavily relied on migration solutions for economic growth in the past, will international workers come to Australia’s rescue in the post covid era?

According to INSEAD’s 2021 report, Australia ranks as the 11th most competitive talent magnet: highly capable of attracting, growing, and keeping global talent.

However, there will be countries in similar positions trying to hold onto their own skilled workers.

It’s a competitive field, with traditional adversaries in the United States, United Kingdom, and non-traditional newcomers Japan, Canada, and Kazakhstan identified in the global war for talent .

However, the Federal Parliament’s Migration Committee concluded Australia must do more to remain competitive, offering more attractive residency pathways and work rights, particularly for students.

While skilled workers and students are highly sought after, Australia has an untapped workforce, including refugees from Iraq, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Myanmar.

Betina Szkudlarek from the University of Sydney Business School says refugees shouldn’t be seen as “a generic pool of low-skilled employees…They are extremely diverse [and] every employer could find a very driven, committed employee within that talent pool.”

While high-level discussions around visa and permanent residency pathways are part of the solution, it is a businesses’ responsibility to attract and retain their talent.

The talent landscape has been transformed

Lockdowns have reconstituted workplace practices, and new standards about where and when employees can work have been set. Successful experiments in remote productivity have resulted in a renewed demand for work-life balance and consideration for work satisfaction.

Today’s market is an employee’s market. Employees are not only considering how they work but why.

Countless post-covid studies from Gallup , McKinsey and Company , and others say the same thing: it is about the employee experience.

However, this isn’t new. Consider Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory from the 1960s. These are the factors that cause job satisfaction and dissatisfaction.

Critical to understanding this theory is that improving one side of the equation does not necessarily improve the other.

For example, increasing a worker’s salary for the same position is not a replacement for additional responsibilities or personal and professional growth. In addition, seeking employees’ feedback and plotting them on the matrices will help determine the factors which need attention.

Managers and employers must improve all factors to attract and retain their staff. These strategies will be critical to every business if they are to address their skills gaps.

INSEAD advises that: in the post-covid era, “organisations that focus on outcomes and flexibility will attract the best and the brightest”.

In the coming months, thriving organisations will be those aiming to be employers of choice.

Disability and Allied Health in the Northern Territory

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:09:01 GMT

Article by Andrew Trinh

Did you know disability and allied health professionals represent almost a third of Australia’s health workforce? Did you know they deliver an estimated 200 million health services across the country every year?

In 2020 the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was fully rolled out with around 450,000 participants. With another 100,000 participants expected by 2025, the number of disability and allied health workers will need to grow to match demand.

20% of new jobs nationally are expected to come from disability and allied health, with federal and state governments committing to increasing funding by 13.2 billion.

Disability and allied health workers often collaborate with an interdisciplinary health team to optimise patient outcomes and cover services ranging from head to toe, or from psychologists to podiatrists.

While there is no universally agreed definition, these workers primarily provide rehabilitation, aged care, chronic disease, and mental and musculoskeletal health services.

Across Australia, the industry faces ongoing workforce challenges, including increasing vacancies, high workforce mobility, casualisation of the workforce, an aging population, and insufficient disability services in remote regions.

The Northern Territory (NT) is not immune to these issues, and providers have used various initiatives to combat them. ISACNT’s research found 25% of health care service providers said they reskilled and upskilled existing staff as one of their retention strategies, 17% used skilled migration, and 10% said they used indigenous employment programs.

Some health providers planned recruitment strategies around indigenous engagement. Our research found it was essential to have good community relations and an excellent understanding of cultural challenges such as ‘poison cousin relationships’ to succeed.

Of the twenty-one identified occupations in the disability and allied health sector, two out three have a clear vocational education and training or higher education pathway.

Long-term sustainable workforce planning, including indigenous engagement and student pipelines, will continue to be necessary for the sector’s growth. Planning is also vital so that providers can keep up with demand and ensure service provision is not compromised.

Thank you to all the participating respondents in the Australian disability and allied health community for all your time, enthusiasm, and support.

To find out more about the disability and allied health sector in the NT, click here.

Sport and Aquatic Community Recreation

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 06:51:56 GMT

Sport and recreation is embedded in the Northern Territory way of life. The all year warm weather means Territorians of all ages spend significant amounts of time outdoors with family and friends participating in recreational activities.

The many health and social benefits of sport and recreation are well known, making it an important part of our daily lives.

NT industry experts are encouraged to participate in the review of essential skills required for the workforce in:

Sport and Recreation
Aquatics and Community Recreation

For more information contact Natalie McGrath on 08 7913 7519.

Bushfire Protection Assessment

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 06:24:25 GMT

Bushfire has long been part of the Australian natural environment. Due to climate change, however, the frequency, severity and unpredictability of bushfires have reached unprecedented levels across Australia.

The catastrophic impact of the Black Summer bushfires of 2019-2020 brought to the nation’s attention that the risk of bushfire is spreading from the rural and urban-bushland interface and into towns and built-up areas.

Governments at the local, state, and federal levels are introducing regulatory imperatives for planning and construction in bushfire-prone areas to protect people and property and to improve bushfire resilience.

This has highlighted the need for national skills standards to support a range of job roles associated with the application of planning and building requirements to improve bushfire resilience of developments in bushfire-prone areas.

The project will look to develop national training products to assist with skill development and broaden understanding of bushfire and natural hazard risk for:

Bushfire consultants
Building Surveyors
Ecologists · Builders
Land Use Planners
Fire Agency staff
Environmental Planners
Natural Resource Managers
Fire Safety Engineers
Fire Protection Consultants
Architects

Click here to access project information, webinar and draft materials.

Correctional Practice

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 06:39:24 GMT

ISACNT, along with Australian Industry Standards (AIS) is seeking Northern Territory expertise to provide insight into the current workforce skills required for Correctional Service Officers.

The feedback will assist in the review and development of the following training products across two projects.

Trauma-Informed Approach

This project will identify the skills required for those working with vulnerable offenders, specifically those who have experienced trauma. Validation drafts of one new skill set, two new and three existing units of competency available for review and comment here.

Working with Cognitively Impaired Offenders

This project will look to identify the appropriate skills for Correctional Service Officers to better understand and assist offenders with a cognitive impairment. Validation drafts of one new skill set, one new and three existing units of competency available for review and comment here.

For further information contact Debbie Knight at ISACNT on 08 7913 7517.

Northern Territory Aviation Academy Report Released

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:04:23 GMT

This report summarises findings from Deloitte’s prefeasibility study for an aviation training academy in the Northern Territory (NT) in 2019, and presents a scalable approach to the establishment of an academy in the NT. The academy offers a strategic approach to harnessing the Territory’s unique advantages, and to capitalise on the global aerospace industry.

Deloitte has worked with the Industry Skills Advisory Council Northern Territory (ISACNT), and engaged across the aerospace industry, to establish an industryled approach to advanced trade skilling and aerospace growth in the NT. Interest and commitment to development of the industry from a range of stakeholders has grown during the course of the engagement commencing in mid-2019.

Click here to download the report.

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Changes from ANZSCO to OSCA

Upcoming changes to Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Standards

Powering Skills Organisation (PSO) is excited to extend a special invitation to our Energy Pathway Roadshow: Collaborating for a sustainable tomorrow.

Manufacturing Skills Australia is pleased to announce support payments designed to assist and support skills for workers within the Manufacturing Industries

Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance (AUSMASA) – Release “Initial Workforce Plan- The Future is Now”

Educational Opportunities with Fee-Free TAFE

Elevate Your Job Search with WorkerConnect

Winners of the NT Training Awards Honoured

Territory Champions Claim Victory at WorldSkills Australia 2023 National Championship

ISACNT releases Work Experience Register

Architectural, Engineering and Technical Services: ABS / ANZSCO Classification - Seeking Your Input

Clean Energy Capacity Study

Transition Period Extension

Bulletin #21: AISC Update October 2022 Meeting

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) October Meeting.

Bulletin #20: AISC Update August 2022 Meeting

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) August Meeting.

Bulletin #19: AISC Update June 2022 Meeting

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) June Meeting. ﻿

Laboratory Operations Training Package Review

Feedback now open for draft one of Laboratory Operations Training Package material

Review of Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package

Industry experts provide your perspective on the Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package

PUA Emergency Management Review

Future of Our Fruit - within the Supply Chain

Will International Workers Address our Skills Shortages

Having heavily relied on migration solutions for economic growth in the past, will international workers come to Australia’s rescue in the post covid era?

The talent landscape has been transformed

Disability and Allied Health in the Northern Territory

Sport and Aquatic Community Recreation

Bushfire Protection Assessment

Correctional Practice

Northern Territory Aviation Academy Report Released

Summary of Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) June Meeting.