What are the Benefits of VET Courses?
Vocational education and training courses, or VET courses, prepare students for the workforce differently than classroom learning does. There are a variety of benefits students will see by completing a VET course, including hands on training that improves their employability, industry-relevant curriculum that is regularly updated, and skill development that ensures immediate job-readiness upon completion of their course.
Whether you or your students are interested in a career outside of traditional classroom topics, or learn better in a hands-on environment, VET courses offer unique learning opportunities in a wide variety of trades and industries.
Hands-On Training
There’s a wide range of careers out there that are physical in nature. For example, a mechanic, chef, or shoemaker. These kinds of skills can’t be taught in a classroom setting. The hands-on training offered through a VET course prepares students for physical jobs such as these. VET also offers an alternative study route for students who may not succeed in a classroom environment. Many people simply aren’t theoretical learners, which is why we work with each of our students closely to make sure their learning needs are met.
Some VET courses will offer students the opportunity to work on-site with industry partners to gain some in-industry experience while still studying. For example, hospitality students will often get the opportunity to work in a café for a day while they’re completing a hospitality certificate with us.
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
The curriculum taught in VET courses are consistently updated to ensure the information being taught is relevant and up-to-date with current industry trends and advances. Some VET programs are even developed in consultation with industry experts to make sure the curriculum aligns well with current workforce needs.
This adaptability means that students will always complete their courses with the most up-to-date skills and knowledge possible, negating the need for reskilling in the short-term. In the long term, reskilling or upskilling with a shorter VET course that uses updated curriculum and has flexible learning options is much more appealing, both for the student and employer, than a lengthier university course.
Course Length
On average, most VET courses take one to two years to complete on either a full time or part time basis, whereas most university courses average around three to four years. Despite the shorter course length, a VET course still leads to an accredited qualification just as a university degree does, but in a shorter time frame meaning students can enter the workforce more quickly than they would with a bachelor’s degree.
This shorter course length saves students both time and money, and also allows them to kickstart their careers sooner. For anyone eager to begin working, a VET course can offer them a fast track to employment.
Skill Development
Students will learn industry-relevant skills, including physical aspects of the job as well as inter- and intra-personal skills that are just as important in a workplace, such as time management, communication, critical thinking, and other behavioural skills.
By combining physical and theoretical learning, students will complete their VET courses with a well-rounded skill set, ensuring they are capable of handling whatever their career may throw at them.
Job Readiness
One of the most significant benefits of VET courses is that students are immediately job ready upon completion of their course. The skills and knowledge they learned in the course are up-to-date, meaning they will have the relevant experience for employment at the time of completion. Students also finish their course with a recognised qualification in their industry. Employers value VET graduates for their practical skills that make them prepared to meet the job’s demands from day one.
High Employability
VET graduates are extremely sought after by employers due to their well-roundedness. Their practical skills and industry knowledge ensure they’re well-prepared to meet the demands in their chosen industry.
For students completing a VET course, there are countless benefits that they will see as they enter the workforce. The unique skillset students graduate with improve their job readiness and employability by equipping them with the in-demand skills and tools they need to do well. VET courses are an excellent choice if you’re looking to enter the workforce in a practical industry.
Why Choose Tactile Learning?
Tactile Learning is proud to offer a range of VET courses across South East Queensland, providing course accessibility to rural and suburban schools by offering on-site training at schools. We offer courses in a range of industries including automotive, hospitality, business & ICT, leather production, tourism and more.
Our programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring that they receive the best possible training for their chosen careers. Whether you are interested in starting a VET course or offering one at your school, our team is here to help you explore your options and find the right fit for your educational needs.
At the end of the day, vocational education is all about connecting people to jobs. In fact, many reports state that VET is actually a better pathway to jobs than a university degree. With the shorter course length and continually updated curriculum, VET courses are becoming the more favoured qualification by employers. Previous studies show that in this day and age, the industries with the greatest number of jobs available need vocational qualifications, rather than higher education qualifications.
And that’s why we’re passionate about providing the best possible training we can. We work hard with our students to make sure they’re prepared and ready to enter the workforce once they’ve finished their course.