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Schedule 1—Australian National Training Authority Agreement

Note: See subsection 4(1) (definition of Agreement)

ANTA AGREEMENT FOR 2001 TO 2003

PREAMBLE

This amended Australian National Training (ANTA) Agreement between the Commonwealth, State and Territory Ministers responsible for vocational education and training applies in respect of the years 2001 to 2003 inclusive. It reinforces the commitment of the States, Territories and the Commonwealth to a strong national industry‑led vocational education and training system of high quality to benefit the nation, its industries and its people.

At the heart of the ANTA Agreement 2001‑03 is a commitment by the States, Territories and the Commonwealth, in partnership with industry, to work together to increase the participation of Australians in an integrated national vocational education and training system that allows for local diversity. The partners recognise that an effective vocational education and training sector is needed to provide skills to maintain individuals' employability, increase their productivity and improve the competitiveness of enterprises and the nation. The partners give a commitment to national consistency so that individuals and enterprises do not face barriers in undertaking or enjoying the benefits of training when moving between jurisdictions.

Under the ANTA Agreements to date, the partners have achieved a great deal, including a major expansion of vocational education and training opportunities, a wider and more competitive national market in training and strengthened pathways from school to work. This Agreement builds on the strong industry and community support for the national vocational education and training reforms. It provides a vocational education and training framework that can deliver:

    • opportunities for all to acquire skills through life especially for young people and other new entrants to the labour market, Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, and mature age workers
    • employer and individual commitment to invest in skill acquisition, including by reducing red tape wherever possible and building confidence in the value and quality of vocational education and training
     high quality outcomes relevant to current and emerging labour market needs, including by targeting effort to support growth industries
    • flexible and innovative training delivered by a wide range of nationally recognised providers responsive to their clients and the needs of Australian industry
    • strong regional communities through training that strategically benefits regional economies.

The States, Territories and the Commonwealth agree that accountability will be based on making real improvements to the training system over the length of the Agreement. Under the Agreement, accountability standards will be transparent and ensure that the vocational education and training system improves Australia's skill base, addresses community needs and contributes to social and economic progress.

This Agreement between the Commonwealth, State and Territory Ministers responsible for vocational education and training applies in respect of the years 2001