2.2. WHAT IS VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET)?

Vocational Educational and Training (VET) forms an integral piece of the Australian Education system and is designed to deliver workplace specific skills and knowledge-based competencies. Vocational Education and Training (VET) is a designed to deliver job ready and workplace skills – both practically and theoretically. Its aim is to develop the workforce both employed and volunteer. Our organisation is registered to provide VET qualifications and units of competency. These qualifications are a part of National Training Packages and will be recognised throughout Australia both by employers, volunteer organisations and by other RTOs (e.g. TAFE colleges, private providers, volunteer organisations).