Higher Education
Higher Education

Independent higher education providers are a growing community that work to achieve lasting policy reform.

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Vocational Education
Vocational Education

Providers in the skills training sector share a commitment to providing quality student outcomes.

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Professionals
Professionals

The ITECA College of Vocational Education and Training Professionals recognises individual excellence.

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Major Events —
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Australian Clean Economy Skills Symposium
24 Jul 2024 - Conference
This event will assess the role of independent skills training and higher education providers in delivering the workforce training to support the clea... Register
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Education & Training Innovation Symposium
27 Nov 2024 - Conference
Join the conversation on the cost-effective implementation of virtual reality and augmented reality in skills training and higher education.... Register
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Tourism & Hospitality Skills Symposium
26 Nov 2024 - Networking Opportunity
Be part of the conversation to ensure skills training and higher education providers can support employers in addressing tourism and hospitality skill... Register

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ITECA Business Supporter & Sponsor Briefing
14 May 2024 - ITECA Event
Members Only
This is an ITECA Event... Register
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2024 Australian Government Budget Briefing
16 May 2024 - ITECA Event
Find out how the 2023 Australian Government budget will impact the skills training, higher education and international education sectors.  It includes... Register
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RTO North Queensland Roundtable - Townville
23 May 2024 - Networking Opportunity
Be part of the conversation on the changing nature of the skills training sector and how government reforms will impact independent RTOs with a commit... Register

Latest News — Higher Education

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Ten New Regional Unviersity Study Hubs
10/04/2024
Students in remote, rural and regional areas will be better supported in their studies thanks to the new funding for ten new University Study Hubs. More
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Indigenous Students in Higher Education
28/03/2024
The Australian Universities Accord Final Report makes significant recommendations to improve higher education access for for Indigenous Australians. More
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Improving Access To Higher Apprenticeships
21/03/2024
Members Only
The Australian Government has been advised that students with independent providers should have access to the new higher education apprenticeships. More

Latest News — Vocational Education

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WA's Clean Energy Centre of Excellence Bid
3/05/2024
ITECA has backed the Western Australia Government’s bid for the Clean Energy National Centre of Excellence as it will involve independent providers. More
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RTO Collaborative Links With Employers
2/05/2024
ITECA’s work to bring together industry associations and RTOs is helping ensure the skills training system is responsive to the changing needs of employers. More
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Gen Z Perceptions Of Mining Survey Results
1/05/2024
Members Only
A new study from AUSMASA reveals Generation Z's attitudes to mining which will help shape future workforce development strategies. More
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Apprentice & Trainee Incentive Advocacy
30/04/2024
Members Only
ITECA’s advocacy on apprentice and trainee employment incentives steps up ahead of a looming reduction in subsidies that's expected to see commencements fall. More
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ICT Training Package Scoping Study Review
29/04/2024
Members Only
Stakeholders are being asked to review the ICT Training Package to align ensure that the focus of the package aligns to the emerging needs of the sector. More
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JSA Food Supply Chain Workforce Study
23/04/2024
Members Only
A study of the nation’s food supply chain workforce will be undertaken by Jobs and Skills Australia to assess the sector’s future workforce needs. More

Latest News — International Education

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Student Visa Settings Risk To Economic Growth
17/04/2024
International education stakeholders say the Home Affairs Minister's approach to international student visa approvals may push the economy backwards. More
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International Student Visa Caps Crisis Talks
10/04/2024
Members Only
Options are being developed to mitigate the adverse impact of caps on international student arrivals if introduced by the Australian Government. More
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Pushback Against Student Visa Fee Increase
8/04/2024
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ITECA is leading the pushback against any large increase in the international student visa application fee, warning it will cost jobs across the sector. More

Latest News — ITECA Members

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ITECA Board Chair Appointment - Mark McKenzie
2/04/2024
Business leader Mark McKenzie has been appointed as the ITECA Board Chair, a critical appointment for the skills training and higher education sectors. More
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New Policy Advocacy Executive Program
9/01/2024
In a landmark new program, RTO and higher education executives are gaining insights that allow them to be more effective in meetings with parliamentarians. More
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LTT Victorian Training Centre Opens
8/05/2023
Training in pathology collection in Victoria has been given a major boost with the opening of the new LTT Victorian Training Centre. More

The Business Of Independent Tertiary Education

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Tertiary Education Cyber Warden Training
12/04/2024
The free Cyber Warden training empowers staff within RTOs and higher education institutions with the knowledge to manage cyber security risks, More
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Employment Law Resources
8/09/2023
Members Only
Independent tertiary education providers have access to free resources to help them navigate employer obligations under the Fair Work Act. More
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Data Breach Management Guide
14/01/2022
Members Only
With tertiary education providers storing lots of student data, this guide offers assistance on managing data breaches and outlines key compliance obligations. More

ITECA In The News Media

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Visa Crackdown Could Push Nation To Recession
17/04/2024
The international education industry has warned the government’s push slow down student visa processing is causing severe economic damage. More
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An Integrated Tertiary Education System?
10/04/2024
With significant Australian government skills training and higher education reforms underway, is an integrated tertiary education system possible? More
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International Student Visa Fee Hike On Table
8/04/2024
ITECA said a hike in international student visa fee applications would be “job killer”, particularly in the vocational educational and training sector. More

ITECA In The Education Media

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International Students Left Bewildered
24/04/2024
ITECA has warned that the approach to onshore international education and a decision to slash international education funding will lead to extensive job losses. More
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VET Rules Updated To "Protect" Students
22/03/2024
The government had indicated it wanted to have the power to impose a permanent ban on the establishment of new RTOs, something the ITECA lobbied against. More
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Huge Drop In Overseas Recruitment Predicted
20/03/2024
Growth in Australia’s overseas student intake could tumble to barely one-seventh of its post-pandemic peak, it has been claimed. More

ITECA is the peak body representing independent providers in the 
higher education, vocational education, training and skills sectors.
They come together and:

  • Help shape the debate on the future of education and training,
  • Are highly effective in securing policy and legislative reform,
  • Benefits from the timely provision of news affecting the sector,
  • Share ideas and experiences with likeminded colleagues,
  • ... and much more!