The Northern Territory's highly mobile workforce requires high-quality, accessible training options to meet incoming major project demands. Developing training materials that are fit for purpose and upskilling the current workforce prepares Territorians for future disruptions and opportunities. Clearly defined career pathways for students aid the future workforce of the Northern Territory, filling foreseeable skills gaps in the workforce.
Early Childhood Education
Primary and Secondary Schooling
Vocational Education and Training
THE EDUCATION, SKILLS AND TRAINING INDUSTRY REPRESENTS NEARLY
8%
OF THE nt WORKFORCE
10,000
territorians
employed
in this sector
Teachers in the Northern Territory (NT) teach approximately 34,000 children in 153 government schools spread across 1.35 million square kilometres.
The Business, Financial, and Professional Services industry represents
5%
of the nt workforce
7,000
territorians
employed
in this sector
The Northern Territory provides a wide range of grants, scholarships, and other forms of support for businesses, community organisations and individuals. Territory Business Centres can give you information about starting a business, licensing requirements and government assistance programs.
In 2020, a record breaking 1622 students from government and non-government schools completed their Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training, including 277 Aboriginal students. With a growing population the need for an expert education workforce is paramount, in order to build the foundations for learning, support successful transitions beyond schooling, and aid workforce solutions through Vocational Education and Training.
Industry Insights are a great way of gaining a clear understanding and insight into NT industries.
The Insights have been created for the general public, schools and government bodies to inform all stakeholders about the industries with the NT in focus.
The Insights’ focus is primarily on workforce and skilling, while demonstrating pathways into the different sectors’ occupations.
Most industries in Australia have representation by industry associations that provide members with services, including support and training.
Industry associations play an essential role in presenting the collective voice for individual businesses within an industry.
Becoming a member of the peak body can give your business credibility as your membership proves to customers that you have met strict criteria and have specific qualifications and experience.
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ISACNT works with schools, VET Coordinators, students, and industry to determine the skills needed to secure a future NT workforce. Sharing knowledge of industry and career pathways to inspire the Northern Territory's upcoming workforce.
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