For training providers

A range of programmes and incentives are available to help people make the right choice for their career. Visit Skills for the Future You are now leaving the DEST website

for more information.

The Training Package Development Handbook contains Guidelines for training package developers.

The responsibilities and functions of the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA) have been transferred to the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST).

Information previously located on the ANTA website is now located on the DEST website.

The Australian Apprenticeships You are now leaving the DEST website

website has a wealth of information for employers, job seekers, career advisers and students.

The provision of education and training services to overseas students in Australia is regulated by the Department of Education, Science and Training through the Education Services for Overseas Students Act (ESOS) and associated legislation.

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National Skills Shortage Strategy	Industry Training Strategies Programme
Education Network Australia	Useful links

National Skills Shortage Strategy

The Australian Government Department developed the National Skills Shortages Strategy to build on existing initiatives to provide a more comprehensive approach to addressing skills needs. for a range of innovative projects check out www.getatrade.gov.au. You are now leaving the DEST website

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Industry Training Strategies Programme

The Industry Training Strategies Programme funds projects that help employers to more fully understand nationally endorsed training packages. It has a particular emphasis on increasing pathways for Australian Apprentices.

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Education Network Australia

EdNA Online supports and promotes the benefits of the internet for learning, education and training in Australia. It is organised around Australian curriculum, its tools are free to Australian educators, and it is funded by the bodies responsible for education provision in Australia - all Australian governments.

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