Skills for employability: Developments in Australia

Andrew Smith

Skills for employability: Developments in Australia

Andrew Smith

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Abstract

This paper discusses recent developments in the generic skills debate in Australia, starting with the recognition of the importance of generic skills and the driving forces behind the resurgence of employer interest. The paper gives an overview of the history relating to developments in Australia, such as the formation of the Mayer key competencies, the adoption of training packages and the National Industry Skills Initiative. The conclusion is that a clear policy direction is needed from the government.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	First international conference on training, employability and employment
Editors	Richard Cooney, Mark Stuart
Place of Publication	London
Publisher	Monash University & Leeds University
Pages	133-142
Number of pages	10
Publication status	Published - 2002
Event	international conference on training, employability and employment - London, UK, United Kingdom Duration: 11 Jul 2002 → 12 Jul 2002

Conference

Conference	international conference on training, employability and employment
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
Period	11/07/02 → 12/07/02

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