VET Chat: Empowerment Through Adversity

Join this informative and practical Deep Dive Webinar to learn how mapping learning resources and assessments can be used to provide an overview of the skills and knowledge contained in each unit of competency.

This webinar will look at how to design and develop online learning which will ensure learners are engaged in the learning and are able to successfully complete their training program.

In this 90-minute webinar, Maria Andrews tackles the myths of multitasking, productiveness and encourages leaders to look at new ways of measuring productivity and the value assigned to work and performance.

This full day workshop is an opportunity for compliance administrators to consolidate their understanding of the Skills First contract and associated obligations.

Join Melissa Palmer for this practical webinar and learn how to construct effective, efficient observation checklists.

This webinar will provide practical strategies for ensuring learners who are deaf or hard of hearing connect, participate and thrive in an educational environment.

This session looks at the contractual changes for 2022 for Skills First contracted providers, including the updated eligibility form. It also makes recommendations about what to focus on for your 2022 compliance.

During this virtual workshop, Alan will cover designing competency-based training, clustering units, designing competency-based assessment, and integrated assessment.

This deep dive webinar looks at the real challenges that happen when conducting an RPL assessment. It will look at simple and practical methods to overcome those challenges.

VDC is pleased to invite you to our 2022 World Teachers’ Day Webinar on Friday 28 October, a free online event that supports the outstanding achievements of educators and trainers in the VET sector in line with this year's theme: Greening the VET Sector.

In this webinar, participants investigated blending teaching practice, with an emphasis on careful planning, resources o support blended teaching and learning, and exploring the benefits of team teaching in successfully blending teaching.

This webinar explores strategies that combine to produce consistent student engagement. We work through ideas about building and sustaining a learning climate among your students. The webinar builds your resources for establishing a growth mindset – a habit of mind leading students to believe that by engaging and working hard, they will succeed.

This webinar shares your experiences of challenging classroom behaviours, unpacks what gives rise to them, and repacks them with management strategies that support change.

VDC welcomes you to the final Free Thought Leadership event for 2022. Join Vicki Marchant and Suneeti Rekhari for our upcoming online seminar on 'A design patterns approach to educational quality'.

This eLearn explores what hybrid delivery is and the benefits and challenges of delivering learning in this way, incorporating some tools, tips and tricks you can implement to deliver a successful hybrid classroom.

This eLearn will help you to build your understanding of the impact that poor mental health can have on your learners and guide you to create strategies to support them as they strive to achieve their learning goals.

This eLearn explores trauma and the impact it has on our learner’s behaviours and emotions in the classroom and how to create a calmer class.

This workshop addresses an issue many VET educators wish to know more about: how to support learners with learning differences and learning needs.

This in-person workshop discusses some of the challenges in providing excellence in service and highlights strategies that enable excellence in service to be “seen” by our client base.

By attending this webinar, you will gain a thorough understanding of your obligations with respect to marketing practices, transparent marketing practices, and the ins and outs of social media compliance. You will also leave with best practice tips for managing marketing materials and processes effectively.

This deep dive webinar delivers a pragmatic approach to conducting effective assessment validation. You will learn methods and techniques for validating assessment tools.

This course is appropriate for people who want to improve their understanding of CALD student and strategies to support CALD students. Completing this course will give you greater awareness in supporting your CALD students.

This course is appropriate for people who want to improve their understanding of CALD student and strategies to support CALD students. Completing this course will give you greater awareness in supporting your CALD students.

This course is appropriate for people who want to improve their understanding of CALD student and strategies to support CALD students. Completing this course will give you greater awareness in supporting your CALD students.

This course is appropriate for people who want to improve their understanding of CALD student and strategies to support CALD students. Completing this course will give you greater awareness in supporting your CALD students.

This course is appropriate for people who want to improve their understanding of CALD student and strategies to support CALD students. Completing this course will give you greater awareness in supporting your CALD students.

This course is appropriate for people who want to improve their understanding of CALD student and strategies to support CALD students. Completing this course will give you greater awareness in supporting your CALD students.

This course introduces the concept of self-care and looks at strategies that can be implemented and adopted into a regular self-care routine and the importance of ongoing self-care assessments to understand our own symptoms of stress.

This eLearn is appropriate for people who want to improve their practice by adopting a reflective process. Completing this course should result in a better understanding of what reflective practice is, why it is important to practice reflection as a part of our approach, and how it can benefit us and those with whom we work.

This eLearn explores Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history since colonisation to gain ideas and strategies for better understanding and enhanced communication strategies when working with indigenous clients

The Australian Tertiary Education System is at a crossroad and is needing to re-establish its purpose and relevance for the future.

In the rush to get online during COVID lockdown in 2020, we sought to use what tools were available to us at the time. This included social media.

Roleplays are a great way to get students involved in their learning and practice workplace scenarios in a safe environment. But – how can they be used in an online teaching environment?

This webinar, led by blended training expert, Sarah Phillips, will explore the ins and outs of all facets of learning design as we identify the steps involved to create engaging and relevant learning for students across a range of industries.

How are you maintaining the delicate balance of collecting high quality third-party evidence, without it becoming a burden on the third-party?

In this webinar Karen will share a range of feedback strategies not only from teacher to student, but from student to teacher and student to student. Effective Feedback helps learners grow!

This session will unpack a number of factors that influence the requirements for industry currency for trainers and assessors and present the formula in an easy-to-apply format.

This session will provide a framework of good practice focusing on engagement, supportive learning environments, and supported pathways which you can embed in your delivery

This session will explain the challenges and opportunities AI offers to RTOs as well as providing an update on the latest AI developments.

This presentation will explore the concept of welcome, approaches to welcoming work and opportunities for building cultures of welcome that extend from the classroom to the community.

Join Chris Enright for this one-hour webinar to learn how you can confidently approach your year-end reporting obligations.

Join us for this Thought Leadership session to gain an understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with invisible disabilities in educational settings and discuss the practical strategies to support an inclusive environment.

Learn how to lead with hope and not fear in the context of global challenges. 

This eLearn will look at the difference between busy and productive behaviours and give you strategies for maximising your productivity at work.

You will learn about how important the ACSF and VLSF are in relation to embedding literacy in your teaching practice.

This eLearn explores how you can improve interactivity in your presentations and webinars, and the tools you have to do so.

Come and join us at the VDC for an exclusive chance to learn how educators in vocational education and training can better connect with industry.

The Education and Training Foundation (ETF), United Kingdom, and the VET Development Centre (VDC), Australia, are pleased to invite you to this inaugural International Webinar on Thursday 30 November. This is a free online event that will explore sustainability principles within the Vocational education and Training (VET) sector.

Are you prepared for your year-end AVETMISS reporting? Avoid the stress by knowing what your obligations are ahead of time and getting systems and processes in place to make it run smoothly.

This workshop emphasizes the importance of staying up-to-date with industry trends and practices to ensure that vocational educators and professionals are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.

Our introductory session is designed for practitioners with theoretical knowledge and practical experience in training and assessment. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching prowess and positively influence your students' learning experiences. Register now and take the first step towards mastering the art of teaching!

With digital skills specifically featured in the new RTO standards, this is a timely discussion for us to be having. This 90-minute session is packed full of useful insights, and there’ll be plenty of opportunities for interaction and questions.

This full day, in-person masterclass led by Chris Enright is the perfect opportunity for VET Coordinators, Trainers and Quality managers to learn what changes are coming, how they will impact your work and how you can make sure your RTO stays compliant.

Discover the keys to success in our engaging VET Chat, "VET Teaching & Learning- What Best Practice Looks Like." VDC engages experts to facilitate a 30-minute VET Chat, to share bite-sized pieces of information from their expertise and allow for an opportunity for you to ask questions and provide input.

In this engaging and enlightening VET Chat, we’re joined by Jason Sheehan from CERES to examine how changes and sustainable choices we make can have a huge impact on the planet.

This interactive session will revisit a range of information surrounding effective industry engagement strategies along with compliance requirements. There will be a session agenda, but the focus of each topic will depend on the collective knowledge of the group!

This immersive session goes beyond conventional approaches, offering practical strategies that integrate into daily life and professional environments.

This virtual workshop discusses some of the challenges in providing excellence in service and highlights strategies that enable excellence in service to be “seen” by our client base.

This webinar will explore the nuances of funding, accreditation and the vital synergy between industry and educational institutions, providing a comprehensive understanding of these critical aspects whilst exploring the future of Vocational Education and Training.

Are you seeking to expand your cultural competence and contribute to a more inclusive and understanding environment? Join Jillian West as she provides a deeper understanding of the rich and diverse cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Are you struggling to keep your learners engaged? If so, join Matthew Dale and Ash Quarrell on this engaging webinar, “Using Gamification in VET to Engage Learners”, where they will demonstrate how using gamification can be your solution to keeping learners engaged.

Join Kath Andrews as she guides you through the nuances of industry consultation compliance whilst discussing the skills needed today and into the future. Register now to be part of this transformative learning experience!

Long days, limited language, limited literacy? No worries.

This session is essential for navigating the new Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) ensuring your RTO not only meets but exceeds the new benchmarks; essential for understanding and applying the new standards and fortifying your RTO's position in the industry.

Join Kay for this introductory session as she explores Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how it impacts on teaching and learning.

Join us for the "2024 Federal Budget and National Skills Agreement" VET Chat, with Claire Field as she unpacks the complexities of the Federal Budget's impact on VET and delves into the significant developments within the National Skills Agreement.

This virtual workshop on "Strategies for Handling Non-Compliance Issues" will provide you with an enhanced confidence in preparing for external audits. Join Paris Arthur as she guides you through the audit process of non-compliance.

This webinar explains the background to the development of the unit, and draws on examples from higher level VET teaching qualifications including the Diploma of VET, to show how the practicum can be administered.

Embark on a journey into the fascinating world of Generative AI (GenAI) with an introduction to key concepts including how models are constructed, where the data comes from and how it is used.

This session explores academic integrity and assessment in the context of Generative AI application such as ChatGPT.

This session explores key areas of ethical concern with GenAI, and their relevance in education.

This webinar aims to illuminate the complexities of trauma and its effects on learning.

This two part eLearn was developed for anyone interested in or already working as a notetaker, with a particular focus on notetaking for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Each module provides valuable information, practice activities and resources.

Are you ready to discover how Generative AI can revolutionize your teaching methods and enhance learning outcomes?

Join us for this Thought Leadership session to explore new threads in a bundle of possibilities for teaching and learning practices that story the many storys, and the many possibilities that make up our identity as Australians.

Join Raj Selvam for this important 90-minute webinar exploring techniques, tools and trauma informed practices to support disadvantaged learners when delivering Cert II and III level qualifications.

In this webinar you will develop core security awareness and how you can educate your learners, team, friends, and family about cyber-attacks.

If you’ve struggled with attracting multicultural students, identifying the challenges they face, and implementing effective strategies to create an inclusive learning environment, this is an unmissable session. By understanding the unique barriers and challenges faced by students from migrant and refugee backgrounds, you can make your classroom more equitable and supportive.

Are you interested in learning about the AI Assessment Scale (AIAS) in the context of VET assessments? If yes, join this webinar to learn more.

In this interactive online workshop, you'll gain insights into how the brain and body respond to stress and learn practical techniques to reduce stress for yourself and your students. Discover the fundamentals of stress, explore effective stress reduction strategies, and learn how to implement these techniques in your daily routine.

Join this VET Chat to check-in with yourself and learn how to use the Wheel of Life to help reflect and set goals both in your professional and personal life.

During this session, we will delve into the topic of digital literacy and how it is an addition to the core skills of language, literacy and numeracy.

During this session, Alan will cover designing competency-based training, clustering units, designing competency-based assessment, and integrated assessment.

Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance your EI skills, empowering you to foster genuine connections with your students, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Discover how text, audio, image, video, 3D, and code generation tools are shaping the near future of GenAI. Designed for trainers, assessors, and team leaders, this session will provide a comprehensive overview of generative AI and its applications.

Led by an experienced auditor, this workshop assists RTOs to establish a framework for identifying the evidence required and organising it for audit purposes.

Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance your EI skills, empowering you to foster genuine connections with your students, colleagues, and stakeholders. Through this interactive session and personalised guidance, you'll uncover the core principles of EI and begin a journey of self-discovery and growth.

Are you prepared for your year-end AVETMISS reporting? Avoid the stress by knowing what your obligations are ahead of time and getting systems and processes in place to make it run smoothly.

This session will unpack a number of factors that influence the requirements for industry currency for trainers and assessors and present the formula in an easy-to-apply format.

Join us for this engaging session where we draw from the latest VET research and contemporary cognitive load theories applied to PowerPoint design. Learn what your learners really think and see firsthand the impact of slide design on engagement and outcomes.

This session will highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusivity, identify common barriers, and provide practical solutions such as implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, leveraging assistive technologies, and fostering inclusive curricula.

In this virtual workshop, Kevin Ekendahl will take you through the importance of good governance and why building your accountability matrix will lead to improvements in performance and processes.

ADHD is being frequently diagnosed amongst adults and particularly women. In this chat we will investigate the symptoms of ADHD, the strategies to employ in teaching adults with ADHD and how to support them to successful outcomes.

This VET Chat will explore practical strategies and techniques to support educators to navigate the demanding landscape of workload intensity. With increasing responsibilities and expectations, it’s easy for trainers and assessors to feel overwhelmed and burnt out. This presentation will provide tools to manage workload intensity and wellbeing at the organisation and individual level.

This session will deepen your understanding of neurodiversity, offering practical strategies to better support and connect with these learners.

Learn how to build respectful relationships and create a supportive learning environment that promotes engagement and pathways to success. Join Feren Yen for this webinar, "Supporting CALD Learners," to explore how supporting CALD learners might look like in your classroom.

This online session will unpack the concept of Micro-Credentials and Digital Badges. After this webinar you will develop an awareness and understanding of best practices in the VET sector and potential application in your RTO.

Join CEO of Altura Learning, Paul Goudie, for "Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap." This timely session will address the urgent need for skilled cybersecurity professionals and the critical role the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector plays in filling this gap.

Join us for an insightful day as our recent International VET Practitioner Fellows share their global perspectives and innovative findings.

Join Nathan from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as he takes you through the new features of training.gov.au and provides some hints and tips about how you can use the enhanced training.gov.au in your role.

The VET Development Centre is pleased to invite you to the 2024 World Teachers’ Day Webinar on Friday 25 October, a free 45-minute event delivered online, that supports the outstanding achievements of educators and trainers in the VET sector. This year's event will feature Pacific Education and Partnerships Specialist Artila Devi and Occupational Therapist and Managing Director of Abraham OT Services (AOTS), Vicki Abraham.

As part of the ISS Institute's partnership with the Victorian Skills Authority (VSA), the VSA annually invites an international expert in vocational education and training to Victoria. This year, we are pleased to welcome Prof. José Ramón Gómez Laconcha, CEO of iTlent and Prof. Natalia Gaston Estanga from Tknika and iTlent in the Basque Country.

National VET Chats create a space to stimulate conversation, explore new trends and spark and inspire thinking. Bring your tea/coffee/beverage to the chat to participate in an engaging, thought provoking and interactive session!

This eLearn course is designed to introduce participants to the concept of transformative learning and how it can be effectively applied in family violence training.

This full-day, in-person workshop will provide a comprehensive breakdown of the Outcome Standards, exploring the strategic and operational impacts for RTOs.

Don’t let another term pass with underwhelming results and overwhelming workload. Leverage this workshop to turn your assessments from pain points into powerful learning tools, and watch learner satisfaction soar!

The session will dive into self-assurance models, explore best practice for monitoring/measuring success and provide participants with confidence that they have a solid plan for implementation.

In this engaging 90-minute webinar, participants will explore the updated requirements for Learner Support in the Outcome Standards. With a focus on practical strategies and actionable insights, this session examines both the strategic and operational impacts of Quality Area 2.

In this focused 90-minute webinar, participants will gain critical insights into the updated requirements for the VET Workforce under the Outcome Standards, including an in-depth exploration of the Credential Policy.

Join Kay for this introductory session as she explores Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how it impacts on teaching and learning.

This 90-minute webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the new Training and Assessment requirements under the Outcome Standards, equipping participants with actionable insights into both strategic and operational implications.

This 90-minute webinar offers a comprehensive dive into the new governance requirements under the Outcome Standards, highlighting both strategic and operational impacts for RTOs.

In this session, led by Kevin Ekendahl, we will review the new Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).

Designed for educators and administrators alike, this session will discuss Quality Area 1 of the New Standards: Training and Assessment in detail. We will explore the key changes to Training and Assessment, ensuring your RTO meets and exceeds the new benchmarks.

In this session, led by Kevin Ekendahl, we will focus on Learner Support in the New Standards for Registered Training Organisations.

This introductory webinar led by Kevin Ekendahl, will provide participants with a foundational understanding of inclusive curriculum design, focusing on creating learning pathways that cater to diverse student needs.

Designed for educators and administrators alike, this session will shed light on the Validation Framework and practices for maintaining compliance by having adequate systems and processes.

Join us for the Effective Feedback and Communication workshop, designed to help you master the essential skills for fostering better connections, boosting collaboration, and driving successful outcomes in your professional environment.

Delve into the topic of digital literacy and how it is an addition to the core skills of language, literacy and numeracy.

This recording will highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusivity, identify common barriers, and provide practical solutions such as implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, leveraging assistive technologies, and fostering inclusive curricula.

This webinar recording will deepen your understanding of neurodiversity, offering practical strategies to better support and connect with these learners.

Learn how to build respectful relationships and create a supportive learning environment that promotes engagement and pathways to success.

Are you seeking to expand your cultural competence and contribute to a more inclusive and understanding environment?

Join us for the VET AI Symposium: Harnessing AI for Transformative Vocational Education: Innovations, Strategies, and Future Directions, an exciting hybrid event taking place in Melbourne and online, that promises to be an inspiring and informative event, bringing together experts and practitioners to share valuable strategies and insights.

The VDC Professional Learning Fellowship offers an immersive, blended learning experience designed for VET educators from Australia-wide educational settings. This comprehensive program will build upon your teaching practice and leadership skills, helping you make a meaningful impact on the VET sector.

The VET Development Centre has a proud 20-year tradition of providing one of Australia’s leading teaching & learning conferences for Vocational Education and Training. The VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2025 will be held in-person at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on the 14 & 15 of August.

Join us this Thought Leadership session, "Empowering the Transition: Energy Storage Jobs and Skills for a Net-Zero Future", as we explore how Australia can develop a skilled workforce to support the energy storage sector, a critical pillar in achieving net-zero emissions.

Tired of spending hours developing training and assessment materials? Discover how free AI platforms streamline resource creation.

Artificial Intelligence is changing the world of work and the world of learning.

ADHD is being frequently diagnosed amongst adults and particularly women. In this chat we will investigate the symptoms of ADHD, the strategies to employ in teaching adults with ADHD and how to support them to successful outcomes.

In this 90-minute virtual workshop, Maria Andrews tackles the myths of multitasking, productiveness and encourages leaders to look at new ways of measuring productivity and the value assigned to work and performance. This workshop will give team leaders, supervisors and managers new insights into the way they assign work and set goals for performance and productivity.

How to attract multicultural students into your class, identify the challenges and strategies to address them.

In this workshop, Kevin Ekendahl will take you through the importance of good governance and why building your accountability matrix will lead to improvements in performance and processes.

Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance your EI skills, empowering you to foster genuine connections with your students, colleagues, and stakeholders. Through this interactive session and personalised guidance, you'll uncover the core principles of EI and begin a journey of self-discovery and growth.

Teaching is an art. If you are finding unpacking knowledge and skills in an engaging way daunting or want to add a few more teaching tools to your kit, this workshop is for you. In this interactive and full day workshop we will explore evidence based, engaging and high impact teaching strategies and activities that work!

Take a break from the day to day stresses and refresh your mind with Feren Yen for "Refresh and Refuel: Educator Well being," a webinar dedicated to helping educators manage stress and enhance their overall well being

This 90-minute webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the new Training and Assessment requirements under the Outcome Standards, equipping participants with actionable insights into both strategic and operational implications.

Take a break from the day to day stresses and refresh your mind with Feren Yen for "Refresh and Refuel: Educator Well being," a webinar dedicated to helping educators manage stress and enhance their overall well being. This introductory session is designed for trainers, assessors, team leaders, and program coordinators who are new to the topic.

The Australian Tertiary Education System is at a crossroad and is needing to re-establish its purpose and relevance for the future. We need to look closely and carefully at the future of traditional AQF qualifications and also at the role of micro-learning and micro-credentials.

Join us online for this virtual AI masterclass with Andrew Douch — a focused, practical introduction to some of the most engaging AI tools for educators.

Join us for an insightful in-person training session, "Harnessing AI for Authentic Assessment," designed to empower educators with the skills to create genuine and authentic assessments.

Join our Interactive Virtual Workshop on identifying and preventing contract cheating, where participants will gain key insights into recognising when a student has outsourced their assessment.

Join Dr Deniese Cox for this interactive webinar where she provides effective strategies to avoid awkward silences, disengaged learners and the practical tips that can be implemented into your classroom.

This practical session explores how educators can create meaningful assessment tools that permit rather than prohibit AI use.

Join this session to explore the benefits and risks of AI in educational assessment, with a focus on practical, safe, and ethical implementation for TAFE Victoria.

You’re invited to join Leon Furze as he explores "AI & Assessment (VET focus)". In a one-hour introductory session tailored for the VET sector, Leon will delve into the practical application of AI in various industries and disciplines, focusing on VET assessments.

This session explores key areas of ethical concern with GenAI, and their relevance in education. Areas covered include bias, discrimination, environmental concerns, copyright, privacy, and the use of human labour in creating AI models.

This session is designed specifically for administrative professionals looking to integrate AI into their daily operations.

Join us as we walk you through a detailed 9-step process designed to help you effectively unpack and understand the intricate qualification packing rules. Whether you're new to the concept or looking to deepen your understanding, this Deep Dive Webinar will provide valuable insights and practical guidelines to navigate these rules with confidence.

Join Kevin Ekendahl and Lucia Cerullo as they discuss how RTO’s should implement a Risk-Based Self-Assurance Approach and aligning it with ASQA’s Regulatory Model.

Good governance in any training organisation is vital to the continuous improvement of the RTO. In turn, having a robust accountability matrix which is embedded into all processes and practices in an organisation forms part of good governance.  In this workshop, Kevin Ekendahl will take you through the importance of good governance and why building your accountability matrix will lead to improvements in performance and processes. 

Is your self-introduction secretly sabotaging student success? Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll discover the hidden power of your about-me introductions.

In this session, led by Kevin Ekendahl, we will focus on Quality Area 3: VET workforce in the Outcome Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations 2025.

Join Kevin Ekendahl for an essential session focused on Quality Area 4: Governance under the Standards for RTOs 2025. This webinar will unpack how effective governance practices and a commitment to continuous improvement form the foundation of quality and integrity in vocational education and training (VET) delivery.

This Thought Leader session will introduce practical, research-informed strategies to improve knowledge retention, boost learner engagement, and enhance classroom impact.

Join Kevin Ekendahl for a focused session on the Compliance Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations, a critical component of the Standards for RTOs 2025

The 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations have arrived, bringing significant changes to how quality is defined and assessed across the VET sector. Join us as we unpack the key shifts in the new Outcomes Standards Compliance Requirements.

The VET Development Centre is pleased to invite you to the 2025 World Teachers’ Day Webinar on Friday 31 October, a free 60-minute event delivered online. This interactive workshop will explore how VET providers can lead by example—embedding sustainability into both training delivery and daily operations.

This 90 minute deep dive will unpack the regulatory framework and explore strategies for identifying, addressing and mitigating risk in your organisation.

Join Leon Furze as he demonstrates practical ways VET educations can you AI tools to develop curriculum materials, create engaging content, design learning activities and adapt resources for diverse learners.

This webinar provides a comprehensive 9-step process to effectively unpack and understand these rules.

National VET Chats create a space to stimulate conversation, explore new trends and spark and inspire thinking. Bring your tea/coffee/beverage to the chat to participate in an engaging, thought provoking and interactive session!

Join Jillian West in this engaging 'Yarn' and ‘chat’ about the art of storytelling used by indigenous people around the world.

In this VET Chat, we’ll explore what it really takes to design inclusive and engaging online learning experiences for adult learners. Drawing on real-world examples, we’ll unpack how learner needs, accessibility principles, and adult learning theories work together to create courses that are immersive, relevant, and compliant.

National VET Chats create a space to stimulate conversation, explore new trends and spark and inspire thinking. Join Andrew Shea as he explores how AI is reshaping the the threat landscape.

This introductory webinar led by Kevin Ekendahl, will provide participants with a foundational understanding of inclusive curriculum design, focusing on creating learning pathways that cater to diverse student needs.

This collaborative event hosted by the International Specialised Skills (ISS) Institute and the VET Development Centre showcases how VSA International VET Practitioner Fellowships are ensuring Victorian vocational education reflects international best practice.

Presented by Sharon Griffiths, this session explores the 2025 Standards for RTOs with a focus on wellbeing, inclusion, diversity, and culturally safe practices.

This three-part eLearning series is designed to deepen understanding and improve communication when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. It explores the impact of colonisation, cultural perspectives, and practical approaches to culturally respectful engagement.

The Vocational Degrees Symposium is your opportunity to connect with leading educators, policymakers, and industry experts as we explore the transformative potential of vocationally delivered undergraduate degrees (AQF Level 7). Discover how these qualifications - developed in close partnership with industry - are expanding access, driving innovation, and building a future-ready workforce.

The Vocational Degrees Symposium is your opportunity to connect with leading educators, policymakers, and industry experts as we explore the transformative potential of vocationally delivered undergraduate degrees (AQF Level 7). Discover how these qualifications - developed in close partnership with industry - are expanding access, driving innovation, and building a future-ready workforce.

Join the ISS Institute for a day dedicated to supporting wellbeing in the VET sector. This forum acknowledges the shared challenges faced by educators while providing practical strategies to support both yourself and your students.

Join the ISS Institute for a day dedicated to supporting wellbeing in the VET sector. This forum acknowledges the shared challenges faced by educators while providing practical strategies to support both yourself and your students.

Join Leon as he explores ways to design valid assessments that make use of GenAI to assist students with literacy outcomes, the creation and presentation of work, and for managing the various expectations of VET courses.

Are you an education provider yet to identify clear policies and processes for responding to GenAI? Join Leon as he explores examples from across the world, focused on Vocational Education and Training.

Are incomplete answers and half-hearted submissions driving you crazy (and creating extra workload)? Join Deniese Cox as she shares actionable strategies backed by an extensive study of learner behaviour and perceptions.

This session explores the use of GenAI by administrators in VET, especially for administrative tasks such as planning, scheduling, meeting admin, and data entry.

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Join us for a focused 60-minute webinar designed to support RTO leaders, managers, and compliance professionals in strengthening organisational leadership, understanding of how to operate with integrity, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement.

Join Douglas for the interactive webinar where he exposes participants to a range of generative AI tools for learning design.

This webinar will explore strategies for implementing a strong culture of continuous improvement in your organisation. It will unpack best practice activities to strengthen student outcomes including, strategies for capturing feedback, documenting actions, and accountability.

This hands-on workshop introduces educators to three powerful engagement tools: Canva, Padlet, and Mentimeter. Participants will actively explore each tool through practical activities and discuss ways to integrate them into classroom activities and resource design. Walk away with confidence to seamlessly integrate these into your f2f or online classes and create spark joy in learning.

This focused webinar will clearly unpack all related compliance requirements and equip you with a risk-based approach to determine how often your training products should be reviewed.

Join us for an advanced exploration of cognitive load theory applied specifically to VET contexts.

Join Deniese and learn how to turn your videos into powerful learning magnets that learners devour. During this game-changing workshop you'll discover the secrets to creating captivating content that learners can't resist!

VDC engages experts to facilitate a 30-minute National VET Chat, to share bite-sized pieces of information from their expertise and allow for an opportunity for you to ask questions and provide input.

This interactive online webinar introduces vocational educators to Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.

Join us for a deep dive into assessment-first design for difference.

Join assessment expert, Kevin Ekendahl for this essential webinar to learn how you can make sure your assessments are meeting the AQF level requirements.

Designed for busy educators who want to refine their craft, this session explores how to apply the HITS in real classrooms and training environments.

Through this fellowship, participants will receive targeted professional development, enabling them to contribute significantly to the growth of the VET teaching profession. By strengthening teaching outcomes, the fellowship ultimately benefits students, industry, and the broader community.

Join Dr Shae Wissell and Dr Kim Percy for this deep dive exploration on neurodivergence in VET.

Join Tyler Payne for this intermediate session as she explores strategies to enhance learner motivation and engagement in VET through motivation by design.