The Queensland Skills and Training Taskforce has handed down its final report, identifying key strategies to be used to improve the match between training and job outcomes for individuals and employers.

 

The final report contained four key recommendations:

 

  1. A new industry-led Queensland Skills Commission to direct the State's scarce training investment to deliver real solutions to the state's skills needs.
  2. A fully contestable and demand driven funding model that encourages individuals to gain the skills needed by industry to drive growth in the state's economy and increase prosperity for all Queenslanders.
  3. A new TAFE Queensland that is 'fit for purpose' in the emerging VET and economic context, and capable of meeting market and government policy expectations in the medium to longer term.
  4. Reform of Queensland's apprenticeship system to remove barriers and red tape through improved administration and harmonisation of the system as well as increasing flexibility through complementary trade and skills training pathways.

State Education and Training Minister John-Paul Langbroek welcomed the report, saying his Government would now examine all of the recommendations and provide a response by the end of the month.

 

“This report provides us with a real opportunity to shape the future of the VET sector and ensure the Queensland economy is more productive,” Mr Langbroek said.

 

“As the Minister, I want to ensure there’s a clear line of sight for industry to be able to engage with the Government to boost confidence and encourage partnerships.

 

“The recommendations in the Taskforce Report allow for this goal to be realised.”

 

A copy of the final Skills and Training Taskforce Report can be found at:http://training.qld.gov.au/industry/skills-training-taskforce/index.html