{"id":43326,"date":"2025-01-13T14:09:06","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T03:09:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.decyp.tas.gov.au\/?page_id=43326"},"modified":"2026-09-21T09:56:20","modified_gmt":"2026-09-20T23:56:20","slug":"vocational-learning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/decyp.dev.ionata.com\/ms\/learning\/vocational-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"Vocational Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \n Youth Career Facilitator <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/h2>\n \n

The Youth Career Facilitator (YCF) connects schools, students and industry to strengthen pathways into high-demand careers.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n \n Apprenticeships and Traineeships <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/h2>\n \n

Gain real-world work experience, practical skills, and formal training \u2013 all while earning money.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n \n Exploring the World of Work with Beacon Foundation <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/h2>\n \n

Partnering with Industry to Build Tasmania\u2019s Future Workforce.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\n \n Vocational Education and Training (VET) in schools <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/h2>\n \n

Practical, hands-on and industry-focused learning. Certificates, diplomas. Learn more about VET.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Students in Year 10, 11 or 12 are able to combine work, training and education to gain a nationally recognised qualification.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Spotlight on new Vocational Learning initiatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As part of the Youth Jobs Strategy, the Tasmanian Government is delivering three major new vocational learning programs designed to connect students with real-world experiences and future careers. These programs support the Government\u2019s target to increase VET participation to 50% by 2030.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Youth Career Facilitator (YCF)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A locally based project manager works with schools in the North and North-West to build partnerships with employers and deliver targeted vocational learning in key industries. The YCF supports schools\u2014particularly in Years 9\u201310\u2014to plan engaging, industry-linked experiences which build student confidence, aspiration, and job readiness.  A Southern Youth Career Facilitator will also be appointed in 2025, expanding this support to schools across all regions of Tasmania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HIA youthBuild<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rolling out to all 55 government secondary schools from 2025 to 2028, HIA youthBuild offers students in Years 9\u201310 hands-on learning modules in building and construction, aligned to the Australian Curriculum (v9). The program builds interest in the construction industry and strengthens future pathways into VET qualifications, apprenticeships, and employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beacon Work-based Learning Service<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Available statewide, this service helps schools design and deliver career education and structured work-based learning programs for students in Years 9\u201312. It supports teachers to link learning with local industry needs, and helps students explore jobs, build career skills, and make informed choices about their future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When you finish school, we want you to be prepared for your life and career. This means that, while you\u2019re at school, it\u2019s our job to provide you with an education that supports your future goals. You may have plans to head to TAFE or Uni or launch straight into your working career (or you may not have any plans yet, but you want to develop some new skills!). Whichever path you follow, vocational learning will help you level up for the workplace. It\u2019s a useful tool to have in your belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve probably heard of the phrase \u2018VET\u2019 (Vocational Education and Training). Vocational learning is broader than that (but it does include VET!). A vocation is simply another word for a job or occupation. Vocational learning is a name for the education, training, and skills that help you get ready for a job. It is about learning new things and applying them to the working world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why vocational learning?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We work closely with industry and businesses to find out what skills and knowledge they need from future employees. We then provide training that addresses those needs. So, vocational learning can kickstart your career and get you on the path to a fulfilling future. Plus, workplace skills and experience look amazing on your resume!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are my vocational learning options?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your options for vocational learning include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n