Training.com.au provides a single point of access to the vast range of vocational education and training information, products and services in Australia.
The portal was developed in conjunction with state and territory training authorities and the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA)*. It is a gateway to many different websites and services.
Helping business
Training can have a positive impact on your business. It can improve the performance of staff and have a measurable impact on your bottom line.
Training.com.au makes it easier for employers to find everything they need to know about investing in vocational education and training.
The business and employer section of the portal includes information such as:
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the benefits of training and upskilling staff
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assessing the training needs of your business and your staff
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the funding available from Australian, state and territory governments
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how to choose the right training
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how to deliver training to employees
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training costs and obligations.
It includes information on course availability, delivery methods and case studies.
You will also find resources that can be used to help managers develop and present a strong business case for training.
Engaging Australian Apprentices
Australian Apprenticeships is a term that covers all apprenticeships and traineeships.
Australian Apprenticeships courses are designed by industry for industry and are available in more than 500 occupations across Australia, ranging from construction to multimedia.
The Apprenticeships and Traineeships section of training.com.au provides an introduction to employers who have hired or are interested in hiring an Australian Apprentice.
The information in this section includes:
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the benefits of employing an Australian Apprentice
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how to hire an Australian Apprentice
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the funding for employers of Australian Apprentices which is available from Australian, state and territory governments
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employer costs and obligations.
Flexibility
Australian Apprenticeships are flexible and provide a wide choice of training options. They offer the opportunity of full- or part-time employment. That means you are able to fill gaps on staff rosters for any period of time, from one to several days per week.
Helping training organisations
A registered training organisation (RTO) is a recognised provider of quality training services which meet national standards.
The Training Organisations section of training.com.au provides information for existing and prospective RTOs such as:
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the benefits of becoming an RTO
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how to become an RTO
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the obligations and standards an RTO must meet
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the funding available from Australian, state and territory governments
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what’s involved in operating an RTO
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how to meet student training needs.
Delivering the best
RTOs are recognised for delivering the best in training and are eligible to use the nationally recognised training logo on all qualifications. This logo provides a valuable marketing tool, which at a glance shows that the training you provide is quality assured and nationally recognised.
Students, and the businesses that employ them, will be confident that the skills they attain are of a high quality and valued nationwide.
* The responsibilities and functions of ANTA have been transferred to the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).
