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Standing Committee on Education and Training

Inquiry into vocational education in schools

Terms of Reference

The House Committee on Education and Training is to inquire into the place of vocational education in schools, its growth and development and its effectiveness in preparing students for post-school options, with particular reference to:

  • the range, structure, resourcing and delivery of vocational education programs in schools, including teacher training and the impact of vocational education on other programs;

  • the differences between school-based and other vocational education programs and the resulting qualifications, and the pattern of industry acceptance of school-based programs;

  • vocational education in new and emerging industries; and

  • the accessibility and effectiveness of vocational education for indigenous students.

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