ACPET Monday Update – Edition 517, 29 July 2013

The tertiary education reforms Australia needs

As ACPET members, their staff and students continue to wait for the Federal election to be called, held and (we hope) for stable government to then be in place for a three year period – it is crucial to raise your voice on the changes the sector needs.  Following are links to ACPET’s election statements for the international, VET and higher education sectors:

• ACPET’s higher education election statement
• ACPET’s VET election statement
• ACPET’s international education election statement

Each statement spells out the contributions made by private providers and the urgent need for a level playing field.

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Higher Education update

The latest advice from TEQSA to the higher education sector is that it is actively undertaking new work on a number of different fronts, including the higher education regulatory framework, policies and requirements, and is planning new events for providers. TEQSA has announced that “there… Read more

Asia Pacific International Education Forum 2013

Asia Pacific International Education Forum 2013 -28 August 2013 – Registrations are now open. ACPET is pleased to announce that this year we will be hosting the Asia Pacific International Education Forum (APEIF) on the day immediately preceding the ACPET National Conference.   The theme of th… Read more

Don’t miss the ACPET National Conference (Adelaide 29-30 August)

The ACPET National Conference is being held in Adelaide this year on 29-30 August at the Adelaide Convention Centre. ACPET’s national conference is the largest gathering of private and not-for-profit educators and trainers in Australia and provides a fantastic opportunity for networking and pro… Read more

Announcing the ACPET Catalogue

In 2014, ACPET will be introducing an online catalogue to promote members to stakeholders and potential clients both nationally and internationally . Members are now encouraged to take part in the Catalogue, to showcase the quality of training at your institution and the excellence of ACPET members… Read more

National webinar- The Workforce Development Fund

By popular demand, ACPET is pleased to repeat its successful National Workforce Development Fund (NWDF) webinar.  Understand the in’s and out’s of the National NWDF including the intent, outcomes, contribution, application process and role of the Industry Skill Councils.  With a skills… Read more

National webinar: Export Market Development Grants

The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) program can provide up to $150,000 per year to support your institution’s export marketing activities. If you’re not claiming what you’re entitled to or maximising your claims, you’re at a competitive disadvantage and restricting yo… Read more

New webinar session in August: The Cloud and More – Understanding its potential

There is a lot of hyper about “the Cloud” – but what is it and why would you consider using it? This webinar will look at the different types of “Cloud” available, how other people are using it to improve their business process.  Participants will discuss the pros and… Read more

Migrant Communities Employment Fund – extended to 9 August 

The closing date for the new Migrant Communities Employment Fund has been extended to the 9 August 2013. The Migrant Communities Employment Fund will support innovative projects that help unemployed and underemployed migrant and refugee job seekers prepare for and gain sustainable employment and pro… Read more

Funding opportunities for RTOs to enhance students’ international credentials and enhance institutional profile

VET members seeking to extend their students’ international skills and mobility and to enhance their institutional profile through international partnership activities, have the opportunity to pursue this through the VET Outbound Mobility Program. The Department of Industry, Innovation, Clima… Read more