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AEN Newsletter - 19th April 2024
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Facilitating Crucial Conversations
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Drugs, Alcohol & Workplace Risks
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Dealing with Challenging behaviours
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Microsoft PowerBi - Beginner Intro
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Jobs and Skills Australia New Report
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This week a new report was released by Jobs and Skills Australia that shines a light on the difficulties that employers face recruiting apprentices.
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Half of all employers who were looking to recruit an apprentice faced difficulties, with the main challenges being:
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- A lack of applicants
- A lack of suitable applicants
- Competition for applicants
Methods for recruitment were different compared with recruitment for other roles, with employers more likely to use word of mouth and having job seekers directly approach them for apprenticeship roles.
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Online job boards and social media were also popular methods for recruitment.
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Take a look at the full JSA report for other insights into recruitment difficulties for apprentices, including information on the main industries and occupations for recruitment, and reasons for taking on an apprentice.
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Federal Government Announces Act for a Future Made in Australia
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In a recent speech, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the government’s plans to introduce the Future Made in Australia Act, set to bolster Australia’s manufacturing industry capabilities and economic prosperity.
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The speech made highlighted several key initiatives targeting increased economic reform and fostering growth for Australia.
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10 Years of Rail R U OK?
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In 2015 R U OK? and TrackSAFE joined forces to establish Rail R U OK? and today more than 100,000 participants will come together for the tenth anniversary of the annual initiative.
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R U OK? Day is Thursday 12 September 2024.
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As rail staff from across Australia have joined the conversation movement, the action of checking in with others is becoming part of everyday, resulting in an increasing number of staff feeling connected and genuinely supported at work.
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Every day is the day to start a meaningful conversation with those we care about and ask, 'are you OK?'
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Encouraging everyone to reach out whenever they spot the signs a friend, family member or colleague is struggling with life.
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By taking the time for an R U OK? conversation and genuinely listening with an open mind, we can all help the people in our world feel supported and connected, long before they're in crisis.
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Because a conversation could change a life.
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R U OK?Day is a National day of Action, marked on the second Thursday of September each year.
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Register to access resources including posters, the Guide to Supporting R U OK?, social media tiles, activity sheets, videos and more.
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AICD Not For Profit Principles New Release Available
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The AICD NFP - Principles have been updated from the previous 2013 and 2019 editions to reflect the evolving governance environment including heightened board focus on organisational culture, stakeholders and sustainability.
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Structured to provide clarity and actionable insights, each Principle is presented as a chapter that comprises key points, director questions, case studies, and links to additional resources.
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- Principle 1 – Purpose, vision, and strategy
- Principle 2 – Roles and responsibilities
- Principle 3 – Board composition and effectiveness
- Principle 4 – Risk management
- Principle 5 – Performance and accountability
- Principle 6 – Stakeholders
- Principle 7 – Sustainability
- Principle 8 – Organisational culture
Aligned with the AICD's commitment to fostering good governance, these Principles offer pragmatic guidance grounded in director expertise and regulatory best practice and real-life case studies.
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A concise small NFP governance checklist is included, as well as a brief snapshot of the overall Principles and a targeted resource on how to elevate the client voice into decision-making.
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For more information visit AICD.
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Now moving into its fourteenth year, National Skills Week will again set out to bring to life the positive messages, highlighting the talents, the skills, the career pathways and the value of apprentices and trainees across Australia to the wider public and employers.
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The week is dedicated to raising the status of skills and vocational learning.
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Past years achieved much, with unparalleled media coverage accompanied by the practical inclusions of over 500 known events taking place across the country delivering engaging and inspirational messages, promoting the VET sector generally.
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National Skills Week is an initiative of SkillsOne, who will once again be driving the initiative working with government and stakeholders to achieve unique and beneficial outcomes, accompanied and supported by unprecedented media coverage.
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We want you to play a part, practically organising, showcasing activities and events during the week from August 19-25th.
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There are many ways you can be involved.
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The History of Vocational Education and Training in Europe
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In 2000 Cedefop launched the idea of a research project on ‘the history of vocational education and training in Europe’.
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The main aim of that project was to reach a better understanding of the structure of the various vocational education and training (VET) systems in Europe by showing how this has developed historically at national and international level, and by revealing how VET and European integration have influenced each other.
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Under the aegis of the project, the first international conference on "The history of VET in Europe in a comparative perspective", organised by the University of Florence and the European University Institute, was held in Florence on 11 and 12 October 2002.
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18 papers were presented over the two days.
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The wealth of materials presented were published in a special issue of the European Journal ‘Vocational Training’ in 2004.
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The report explores the historical development of VET systems in Europe. It examines how these systems have evolved from their common roots in apprenticeship systems to the diverse national approaches seen today.
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The role of European integration in shaping VET systems is analyzed. The paper discusses the challenges of balancing a push for standardization with the national sovereignty of EU member states.
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The importance of historical understanding is emphasized. By examining the past, we can gain insights to inform the future development of VET systems in Europe.
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The report also features specific research articles that delve deeper into these themes. Here are some highlights.
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A model for classifying European VET systems is proposed by Professor Wolf-Dietrich Greinert. This model helps categorize the various systems based on their characteristics.
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An article by Anja Heikkinen explores the concept of "cultural conceptions" of VET. This perspective suggests that the development of VET systems is influenced by competing ideas about the role of education and training.
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The paper by Francesco Petrini examines the efforts to establish a common VET policy within the European Economic Community (EEC) during the 1960s and 1970s.
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It highlights the challenges faced due to national interests and differing priorities.
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Overall, the report provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the historical development and current state of VET systems in Europe.
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Australian Training Awards
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Nominations to the 2024 direct entry categories for the Australian Training Awards are now open and will close on Friday 31 May 2024.
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The awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of VET.
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The following categories are open for nomination:
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Finalists from these categories will join State and Territory Training Award winners in competing for a national award title at the Australian Training Awards gala event later this year.
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The prestigious Victorian Training Awards will celebrate their 70th anniversary in 2024.
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AEN & GAN Australia are again proud to be the awards principal partner.
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We encourage all of our recent Apprentice Training Award finalists and winners to enter.
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The nominations deadline for the Victorian Training Awards has been extended.
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Nominations will close on 11.59pm Monday 29 April.
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Writing assistance closes Friday 26 April.
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Facilitating Crucial Conversations
Sometimes we choose to avoid difficult conversations as they seem too hard, but unfortunately the problems remain unresolved. Other times we facilitate crucial conversations and wish we knew how to handle them better. Here’s the upside: there are well-tested communication strategies to swiftly turn dysfunctional situations into constructive conversations.
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Date: Tuesday 7th May 2024
Time: 10:00am - 1:30pm
Delivery: In Person Only
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Course (Accredited Course)
Mental Health First Aid is the help provided to someone who is developing a mental health problem, has a worsening of an existing mental health problem or is in a mental health crisis.
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The first aid is given until appropriate professional help is received, or the crisis resolves. Mental health first aid strategies are taught in evidence-based training programs authorised by Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Australia and conducted by MHFA instructors across Australia.
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Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Delivery: In Person & E-Learning
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Drugs, Alcohol & Workplace Risks
The misuse of alcohol and drugs has a significant negative impact on Australian business. It is a work health and safety matter demanding attention of both workers and management.
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Date: Wednesday 22nd May 2024
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Delivery: In Person
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Dealing With Challenging Behaviours
Difficult behaviours can have an enormous negative impact on organisations and day-to-day operations, destroy long-term business relationships, as well severely affect individuals on a physical, mental and emotional level.
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Date: Tuesday 18th June 2024
Time: 10:00am - 1:30pm
Delivery: In Person Only
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Please login to the members area prior to purchasing tickets to access the members rate or to RSVP for a free event.
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Since the program commenced in May 2020, a total of 1,212 participants have been supported to date.
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Apprentices and trainees who have lost their employment are encouraged to register.
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For assistance by one of our program officers until placed with a host employer through a Group Training Organisation (GTO), or directly with an employer.
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If you have an apprenticeship position you would like to fill, please contact the AEN Office so we can forward potential candidates that meet your criteria.
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Head on over to GAN Australia and subscribe to the newsletter to be kept up to date with everything that’s happening with GAN Australia and the wider VET sector?
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Thanks to our Industry Partners
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