Edition 422, 25 July 2011

ACPET Supports Multicultural Event with Michael Choi Parliamentary Secretary Multicultural Affairs

ACPET CEO Claire Field along with National Chair Kay Ganley had an opportunity recently to attend a multicultural evening organised by Michael Choi MLA Parliamentary Secretary for Trade and Multicultural Affairs in Brisbane.

National

What's on around the country?

ACPET Asia Pacific International Education Forum Darwin Gateway Showcase

The ACPET APIEF Gateway event is designed to showcase the approaches to international engagement through training in the Northern Territory.

IBSA E-Scan Consultations

IBSA Escan 2012 industry consultations will take place in August.

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS FRAMEWORK - Have Your Say

Ithaca Group has been contracted by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) to develop a framework that will build upon existing frameworks to more clearly define the underpinning skills needed for successful participation in work.

In Focus 25 July 2011

A 'Mixed Bag'
As with last week's article, some of you may be misled by this week's title - it's not a comment on the state of Federal politics - but instead an opportunity to update members on a number of key ACPET activities and how they relate to one another.

Special Fuji Xerox offer for ACPET members

Fuji Xerox Australia is part of a world leading enterprise for business process and document management services.

Australian Capital Territory

ACT Executive Officer Update

Update from Ingeborg Loon, CPET's International Engagement Manager and ACT Executive Officer.

Draft Funding Agreement

A draft Funding Agreement was provided to stakeholders at the Training and Tertiary Education Industry Forum on 30 June.

Reminder that applications for the 2011 ACT’s Chief Minister’s Export Awards close on 29 July 2011

The ACT Chief Minister's Export Awards are the Territory's most prestigious business awards.

New South Wales

Know your responsibilities under the AQTF - 17 August

This is the first in a series of 6 workshops designed for VET practitioners around AQTF, assessment and compliance.

NSW Premiers Export Awards 2011 - entries close 22 August

Members are invited to participate in the 2011 Premier's NSW Export Awards. The Awards are your opportunity to be recognised for your export success.

International opportunities from Austrade

The World Bank is introducing a new scholarship program to build capacity and strengthen human resources within 10 Indonesian government ministries and agencies, and enhance their ability to initiate and manage internal reforms.

VET FEE-HELP - what it's meant for me. A students story.

Chadia Abouhalka, a Beauty Therapy student at the Australasian College Broadway shares her story of how VET FEE Help changed her life.

SkillsOne launches National Skills Week website

SkillsOne has launched the website for National Skills Week October 1-8, 2011. National Skills Week is a new initiative, with a collaborative approach dedicated to raising the status of practical and vocational learning.

Service Skills Symposium Success

The Industry Leadership and Skills Symposium was held in Sydney last week with representatives from ACPET, education, industry and government gaining the latest insights the role of educational institutions, both VET and Higher Education in meeting industry skills needs.

Northern Territory

ACPET Asia Pacific International Education Forum Darwin Gateway Showcase

The ACPET APIEF Gateway event is designed to showcase the approaches to international engagement through training in the Northern Territory.

Queensland

The Australian Trade College in North Brisbane Tops the Nation for Third Year in Succession

The Announcement of the Australian Defence Technical Scholarships has seen the ATCNB take out 35 scholarships, an increase of 20 on last year.

Vale Mr Harry Hauenschild OA - a legend in the training world

The training sector has lost one of its pioneering icons with the passing last week of Harry Hauenschild.

Australian Cervical Cancer Foundation Nepal Trek November 2011

Members are aware of ACPET’S and our supporting members altruistic contributions towards a number of charities.

ACPET Asia Pacific International Education Forum Darwin Gateway Showcase

The ACPET APIEF Gateway event is designed to showcase the approaches to international engagement through training in the Northern Territory.

Aviation Industry Members Meet with Indian Delegates Post APC Summit

A meeting was held in the Queensland office last week with south east Queensland aviation member institutions following on from the recent Asia Pacific Cities Summit.

U.S. Training Ship Golden Bear III Offers Helping Hand to Queensland Flood Victims

ACPET’s Michael Hall and Rowena Giufre were invited by the Consulate General of the United States of America to a reception on board T.S Golden Bear III last Thursday evening.

Have Your Say - Targeted International Education Resources for Queensland Education Providers

The VET Export Office (VEO), within the Department of Education and Training International has contracted the International Education Resources Group (IER Group) to update a set of resources developed by the VEO to support the sector's international engagement capacity and capability.

International Education and Training Market Update Year to date – May 2011

The Queensland VET Export office has kindly provided the following information based on AEI data.

South Australia

ACPET SA Professional Development and Events Calendar 2011

ACPET SA is proud to present its 2011 Professional Development and Events calendar, tailor-made for the private education and training sector in South Australia.

International Student Health and Wellbeing Survey for Student Support staff

As you know, maintaining student health and well-being helps successful completion of study.

ACPET Professional Development - Compliance series: Developing your RTO’s Code of Practice to comply with new TaSC Guidelines - 3 August

This workshop will assist training providers to develop their Code of Practice to meet the requirements of the new Training and Skills Commission Guidelines, requiring each RTO to publish a Code of Practice documenting how it meets the AQTF requirements.

Higher Education Professional Conversation Series 9 August - Moderating Assessment Practices, Structures and Approaches

ACPET SA is pleased to announce the launch of a Professional Conversation Series, which emerged from a consultation with members during our Higher Education Forum in May followed by a member focus group to plan the first events.

SA Events

29 July - ISANA Professional Development - Working Across Cultures: Critical Incident Management

And more...

Inaugural SA Governor’s International Student Awards – Apply by 31 August

The SA International Student Awards are a new initiative by Study Adelaide, authorised by His Excellency the Governor of South Australia Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR, to highlight the various ways in which international students contribute to the SA community in the fields of academia, the arts, community service and sport.

SA News

Career Choices 2011

ACPET Professional Development - Student Support Series: Handling Student Mental Health Issues - 15 August

ACPET’s student support series is designed to prepare providers for the requirements of the proposed Skills for All reforms, for increased student support to qualify for contestable funding and for improving outcomes for learners.

Call for sponsors for ACPET National Disaster Scholarship Scheme

The Australian Council for Private Education and Training’s (ACPET) National Disaster Scholarship Scheme provides training assistance to individuals affected by major natural disasters that have occurred in Australia.

Help give SA a voice at the ACPET National Conference in Brisbane - 24 - 26 August

The ACPET National Conference is the largest and most prestigious gathering of private and not-for-profit educators and trainers in Australia, which provides excellent opportunities for networking and professional development.

Tasmania

Introducing Ashley Hudson, VIC and TAS Member Support Officer

Ashley Hudson commenced late last week as the VIC/TAS Members Support Officer. Ashley has recently completed a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) and has undertaken a variety of short term marketing and promotional work in Australia, West Virginia, USA and most recently UK.

Victoria

Introducing Ashley Hudson, VIC and TAS Member Support Officer

Ashley Hudson commenced late last week as the VIC/TAS Members Support Officer. Ashley has recently completed a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) and has undertaken a variety of short term marketing and promotional work in Australia, West Virginia, USA and most recently UK.

Students Wanted to join Melbourne Sings

Melbourne Sings is part of Creativity Australia’s With One Voice choir program that enables individuals to discover their creative voice, connect with their community, increase wellbeing and unlock potential.

Showcasing ACPET Member Colleges to Senior Chinese Official

Ms Guan Xin, who manages the Australia desk within the Ministry of Education's Department of International Cooperation and Exchange, visited Pivot Point International Academy and Academia International, in order to gain a better understanding of the private sector and the regulatory environment that governs the private sector.

Ministerial Launch of the Regional Partnerships Facilitation Fund

The Hon Peter Hall, MLC, Minister for Higher Education and Skills and the Minister Responsible for the Teaching Profession, launched the $20m Regional Partnerships Facilitation Fund, an initiative that will fund projects that contribute to increasing the rate of higher education participation and attainment in regional VIC.

Senior DEEWR Director visits ACPET Member Colleges

Mary-Anne Sakkara, A/Group Manager, Skills Reform Group, DEEWR, visited MEGT and Spectrum Education and Training (SET) last Friday.

ACPET’s VIC Professional Development and Capacity Development Series for July – December 2011

I am please to provide a summary of ACPET’s Professional Development and Capacity Building Schedule for July – December 2011.

Western Australia

WA Private Education and Training Industry Forum

Last days for registration - Don’t forget to register if you have not done so already!!

Commonwealth Business Forum (CBF)

The Commonwealth Business Forum (CBF) will be held in Perth on 25-27 October, just prior to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) on 28-30 October this year.

Australia Awards for Africa

Tender for Education Providers to Deliver Short Courses

PD ideas / feedback

As I am new to my Executive Officer role with ACPET, I am now planning the next 12 month and into the next 5 years, PD and events calendar.

EOI for speakers / topical experts

In addition to PD Ideas, I am also seeking Expressions of Interest from Members or associates of members, who are experts in their fields or who specialise in topics of interest that would like the opportunity to speak at upcoming ACPET events.

National Monday Update

In Focus

Member Notice Board