ATEM Conference 2003 Regionalisation and the TAFE University Interface

Backing Australia’s Future Cross Roads discussion paper; Inspire and enable individuals to develop their capability Enable individuals to learn throughout their lives Advance knowledge and understanding To apply knowledge and understanding to benefit economy and society Enable individuals to adapt and learn consistent with needs of a knowledge based economy at local, regional and national levels Contribute to a democratic and civilised society… ANTA Shaping Our Future Building Skills for Australian Industry Supporting Communities Enabling individuals to learn throughout life Renewing and Sharing Indigenous Learning Cultures Investing in Australian Skills

Key Issues Relating to Regionalisation and TAFE University Interface Greater recognition of the role of regional campuses and institutions New arrangements for student financing Improved access for disadvantaged groups Renewed emphasis on teaching and learning outcomes

The Workshop will explore the Impact of the following issues: 1. Availability of more regional places 2.Increase in funding for regional places 3.National priority areas - nursing and teaching 4.Conversion of marginal places 5.More flexibility in course profile 6.Growth in places (regional, fee paying)

Workshop continued…. 7.Packaging of learning in higher education, national portfolio assessment scheme 8.Commonwealth learning scholarships – education costs, accommodation costs 9.Increasing engagement with the community 10. Sustainability and efficiency eg sharing of scarce resources 11. Integrated research infrastructure strategy 12.The Nelson Reforms in the context of WA Ministerial Priorities for Education and Training

Workshop… 13. Increasing the participation of Australian Indigenous peoples 14. Higher Education Equity Program 15. Collaboration and structural reform funding