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Schedule 1—Australian National Training Authority Agreement
This Agreement between the Commonwealth, State and Territory Ministers responsible for vocational education and training applies in respect of the years 1998 to 2000 inclusive.

PURPOSE

1. Vocational education and training is integral to the development of an Australian workforce with the range and depth of skills necessary to increase the productivity and competitiveness of Australian industry.

2. The purpose of this Agreement is to create the basis for a joint partnership between governments and with industry through the development and refinement of a national vocational education and training (VET) system which will:

       i. build a leadership role for industry in national VET decision‑making, planning and advisory processes;

       ii. enhance the national recognition framework through national co‑operative action;

       iii. achieve the development of a skilled Australian community, including by working with the school sector to expand vocational education and training opportunities in schools and working with the higher education sector to improve pathways, and expanding apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities;

 iv. increase opportunities and employment outcomes for individuals;

       v. define national priorities and outcomes to guide State and Territory directions in the delivery of VET;

       vi. encourage the development of an effective and competitive training market including through an appropriate framework for competency standards, recognition and qualifications;

       vii. encourage a training culture in Australian enterprises and throughout the Australian community; and

 viii. improve the efficiency of the provision of VET around Australia.

3. The underpinning principles to a national approach to VET are:

       i. a spirit of co‑operation and a commitment to partnership at a national level by States, Territory and Commonwealth Governments working closely with industry as a key stakeholder;

       ii. a key role for industry in providing leadership and advice, particularly in relation to the ongoing development of the National Training Framework;

       iii. a recognition of the individual needs and characteristics of States and Territories within the context of the need for a national approach to VET;

 iv. promotion of clear, nationally shared objectives and goals for VET;

       v. clearly defined and complementary roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders; and

       vi. transparent and accountable funding arrangements and relationships which reflect the principle of achieving growth through efficiencies.

KEY OBJECTIVES

4. The key objectives of a national system for VET are:

 i. to equip Australians effectively for the world of work;
 ii. to enhance mobility in the labour market;
       iii to overcome the skill development and recognition problems for target groups;
 iv. to provide maximum value for public expenditure; and
 v. to increase investment in training by industry.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

5. Noting the need to implement arrangements to avoid duplication and overlap, the following roles and responsibilities are agreed.

ANTA Ministerial Council

6.