The State Training Board’s priorities are developed within the context of national and state vocational education and training (VET) policies and priorities. We also draw upon detailed economic and labour market trends and forecasts, and are informed by industry intelligence through our industry advisory arrangements. Each Board member actively contributes to one or more activities and projects, and their industry expertise and experience is invaluable in developing strategic policy responses.
Our strategic program of work helps the Board identify emerging issues and trends that may impact the supply and demand for skills in WA. This informs the development of the WA State Training Plan, and identifies skills that are needed for WA's economic and social development.
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Strategic priorities
Industry engagement
The Board’s industry engagement framework provides a structured way for industry peak bodies, unions and employers to inform and engage with WA's training system. Our industry training advisory bodies inform the development of the WA State Training Plan and have a formal role in providing advice on apprenticeships and traineeships.
We support and encourage a strong connection between the world of learning and the world of work. For this reason, we have committed to ensuring our advisory networks include effective engagement with small, medium and large enterprises, indigenous businesses, peak groups, regional businesses, charities and not for profit entities that provide employment to Western Australians.
Participation in WA's training system
The Board aims to investigate the participation of individuals in training and identify any barriers that may exist in the current training system. We work with stakeholders to develop programs, policies or mechanisms to overcome these barriers and allow individuals to access the training they need to fulfil their career goals.
Participation in training will only increase if individuals can access flexible, innovative and affordable training regardless of where they live, their abilities, needs or career aspirations. We must promote the progression of individuals, so that they are not locked into entry level jobs but can instead enhance their skills, contribute more in the workplace, increase their earning potential and support improvements in productivity.
Social assistance and allied health workforce
In partnership with the Department of Training and Workforce Development and the Community Skills WA industry training council, the Board has developed a comprehensive coordinated workforce development plan for WA's aged care, disability, allied health and community services sectors — with a vocational education and training focus.
Apprenticeship and traineeship review
The Board supports measures to increase enrolments and completions in the more than 650 apprenticeships and traineeships available across almost every industry, and ranging in AQF level from Certificate I to Advanced Diploma within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
This work involves mapping of competencies within one or more industry areas and identifying potential entry and exit points to suit a range of businesses and apprentice requirements.
