ACPET National Monday Update, Edition 579, 10 November 2014

In Focus Edition 579, 10 Nov

Our sector is undoubtedly in the middle of one of the largest debates in our history.

The proposed higher education reforms, VET Fee Help growth, contestability and its variances and of course the general debate regarding quality are all creating a significant discussion about the merits of private tertiary education providers.

As you are aware, ACPET is strongly committed to a quality tertiary education sector.

We have met with key stakeholders to address the issue of poor quality and are committed to see such providers eliminated from the sector.  Poor outcomes are without question undermining the confidence in what our members actually do very well – educate students for the labour market.

I am very concerned that there is a risk that the quality debate fails to recognise that the sector is comprised of high quality colleges providing a much needed service. I have already visited some outstanding colleges with leading edge facilities. This end of our sector is not attracting the attention it deserves…. Read more

ElNet Masterclass offer for ACPET members Edition 579, 10 Nov

The eLearning Network of Australia (ElNet) will be running a session Modernising learning – a masterclass in how to future proofing your learning strategy in Melbourne (Wednesday 19 November, 2014) and Sydney (Monday 24 November, 2014). ElNet would like to offer ACPET members ElNet members ra… Read more

Canadian Bureau for International Education 2014 Annual Conference Edition 579, 10 Nov

Ottawa Canada November 19 to 22, 2014 at the “Westin Ottawa” The theme of this event is The Diplomacy of Knowledge and Our Common Future. It is a concept increasingly discussed by leaders in education and public life. His Excellency David Johnston, Canada’s Governor General and C… Read more

Reminder – VET Education Roadshow in Germany 2014 Edition 579, 10 Nov

10-15 November 2014 Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg and Berlin, Germany Austrade and the Institute Ranke-Heinemann (IRH) are collaborating to organise the VET Education Roadshow Germany 2014, a component of the IRH Australia-New Zealand University Fair circuit, to meet demand from German stude… Read more

CIEE, AIC merge to boost internship programmes Edition 579, 10 Nov

Pie News | Article posted on 30 Oct, 2014 by Sara Custer Answering to the growing demand for international work experience, leading international education exchange organisation CIEE last month merged with the US-based Academic Internship Council (AIC) in a bid to expand internship programming glob… Read more

Are you interested in delivering Australian Apprenticeships? Edition 579, 10 Nov

If you don’t know much about Australian Apprenticeships and how they work from an RTO’s point of view, then this webinar is for you. Aside from answering questions like what is an Australian Apprenticeship, how do they work and what are the roles and responsibilities of those involved,… Read more

Financial Flexibility – changing an RTO’s financial structure to survive and thrive Edition 579, 10 Nov

Financial pressures, more competition, and increasing financial uncertainty is confronting RTOs. Using yesterday’s models for tomorrow environment will increase the risks associated with operating an RTO. For many RTOs, understanding and then changing their financial structure is a necessar… Read more

Learning & Assessment materials: how do I customise them for my client groups Edition 579, 10 Nov

Customisation of learning and assessment material: what does it really mean? What is an acceptable level of customisation? I use commercially available material – how can I ensure that it is compliant? Customisation sits inside the NVR and AQTF standards and guidance on customisation si… Read more

Greater say for Industry on training package design – ACPT member feedback sought Edition 579, 10 Nov

New round consultation – implementation reforms to deliver more industry-relevant and flexible national training packages The Australian Government is opening a new round of consultation with a particular focus on identifying improvements that can lead to better outcomes for students and employer… Read more