The TAFE Value and Perception Challenge

Tuesday, 23 July 2024

The Victorian TAFE Association has launched new research into the value of TAFE and the perception TAFE has on the wider community.

The TAFE Value and Perception Challenge report, written by social research firm, McCrindle which undertook a comprehensive study encompassing a survey of 1000 Victorians and in-depth interviews with career advisors, underscores the pivotal role of TAFE in providing a pathway for Victorians to secure well-paid jobs in new and high-demand fields.

The report highlights the value of TAFE to the wider Victorian economy, with courses tailored to meet industry needs and an education that equips students with the relevant skills to navigate their career opportunities and enable Victoria to meet the skilling demands of the future workforce.

The McCrindle report explains that the world of work is changing and so too is the educational pathway to equip today’s graduates for success. School leavers today are expected to have 18 jobs across six careers in their lifetime. Today, post-school qualifications are more important than ever, with it projected that by 2026, nine out of ten new job openings will demand post-school qualifications.

This highlights the need for an education and training offering that is adapting to the changing needs of today’s students. TAFE in Victoria is innovating and responding, providing courses to enable students to contribute to the workforce faster, partnering with industry to provide practical training that is reflecting changing industry demands and ensuring its education offering is accessible to all Victorians.

Click here to read more about the TAFE Value and Perception Challenge.