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An extensive range of CPD opportunities focussed on Assessment Essentials, Industry Engagement, Leadership & Management, Mapping & Validation, Quality, Compliance & Auditing, Teaching & Learning Strategies, Sustainability, and Wellbeing.
The VSA funds VDC to offer free professional learning to Victorian TAFE, RTO, and ACFE LL providers, focusing on teachers (trainers & assessors) to enhance quality practices in vocational education.
A prime venue for meetings, seminars, and training in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Our spaces can accommodate up to 100 people, offering diverse training room options.
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Government Funded Opportunities for the Victorian VET Workforce
Browse free professional learning designed for Victorian teachers (trainers and assessors) and other staff directly involved in the design and/or review of course content and assessments at Skills First providers and ACFE Learn Local providers to support training providers in maintaining quality practices. Learn more about the funded immersive Teaching Fellowship Program, and the Workforce Development Grants that aims to provide financial support to Skills First Providers to build workforce capability and development within the VET Sector to support training providers in maintaining quality practices.
We have the perfect space for your training sessions, meetings and seminars.
Situated in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, these versatile spaces for hire, can accommodate up to 100 people and include an executive boardroom and a small meeting room. Our multifaceted spaces are equipped with revolutionary video conferencing technology providing a full collaborative experience for your guests whether they choose to participate in person or virtually. We also offer a range of catering options to suit your needs and dietary requirements.
VDC-Learn is your self-paced professional learning platform. Choose from a broad range of eLearns and Webinar Recordings.
eLearns allow you to read content at your own pace and complete quizzes along the way to consolidate your understanding of the topic. Alternatively, webinar recordings provide the perfect option for those who prefer to listen to and view a presentation.
Stay in the loop about the industry’s latest updates with VDC NEWS
VDC News, the fortnightly e-newsletter, provides a snapshot of the latest Vocational Education & Training policy and events relevant to the VET Workforce.
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VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2025
To be held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on 14 & 15 August 2025, the VET National Teaching & Learning Conference provides the perfect opportunity to reflect, learn and expand on your role as a VET professional and network with colleagues from across Australia. Delegates will hear from high-profile keynote speakers, engage in a range of presentations and panel discussions, and attend concurrent interactive workshops or research sessions of their choice. The theme of the 2024 conference is ''From Competence to Excellence - Taking the Journey'. Throughout the conference there will be an abundance of professional learning opportunities for VET practitioners, as well as a stream of sessions featuring VET research topics for VET Sector professionals.