Jobs and Skills Australia is committed to advancing our understanding of lifelong learning through a series of focused working papers. These papers extend the conversation beyond initial tertiary study, exploring how learning and skill development evolve throughout our entire working lives.
Publications in this series will analyse the current state of adult learning in Australia, identifying key trends in participation and performance. They will also provide deeper insights into the complex dynamics and interactions between the labour market and the skills system as they relate to adult learning, helping to inform policy development and workforce planning.
Paper 1 - Forces at work: adult learning and the Australian labour market
The first paper examines how adult learning is relevant to everyone, not just those looking for new jobs or a complete change in skills.
Lifelong learning can support better outcomes in the labour market, especially when we focus on how skills are developed, recognised, and put into practice, not just the amount of learning itself. This approach ensures individuals and employers are ready to adapt and thrive as work evolves.
Meeting Australia’s growing need for adult learning is a shared responsibility. Success will depend not only on the commitment of individual learners but also on strong support from workplaces and the broader system.
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