The Territory Labor Government will continue to grow and develop our workforce in 2023, with $92 million being put towards training and skilling programs this year.
The Skilling the Territory Investment plan 2022-23 outlines government’s commitment to building a skilled workforce through investment in a range of training programs and initiatives.
Key features of the Skilling the Territory investment plan include:
· $28.2 million to support apprenticeships and traineeships, including the User Choice Program which provides support to Registered Training Organisations to train and assess apprentices and trainees.
· $12.7 million to deliver targeted and responsive programs, including the Industry Buildskills program which supports Territory employers to upskill or reskill existing workers in occupations and industry sectors effected by change.
· $2.5 million to fill critical skill shortages across the Territory which includes the Flexible Workforce Solutions Fund and Global Worker Attraction program.
· $3.2 million to strengthen industry engagement and advice.
· $55.5 million for public providers including Charles Darwin University and Batchelor Institute
Five Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) have received almost $800,000 in funding to deliver training, to increase employment opportunities for young Territorians in disadvantaged groups in the community.
Northern Territory Training Services, have received $107,556.00 through Pre-Employment training grants to deliver training in Indigenous Housing and Repairs. The program is designed to promote autonomy and empowerment in communities while also creating local jobs.
Read the plan here
