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ABOUT THE VTA
We provide the strategic leadership and advocacy required to support a thriving sector that ensures all Victorians, regardless of background or postcode, have access to life-changing vocational education, a dignified career and a better life.
Who We Are
We’re the peak body representing Victoria’s 11 TAFE Institutes and 4 Dual Sector Universities.
What We Do
We work with our members, government, industry, and communities to strengthen the sector and keep public TAFE at the heart of Victoria’s vocational training.
Why We Do It
We advocate for policy settings that allow our members to deliver world-class vocational training, meet evolving industry needs, and provide accessible, high-quality training for all Victorians.
OUR MEMBERS
associate MEMBERS
Enrolments
In 2024, the Victorian TAFE Network supported 232,495 enrolments, connecting more Victorians to dignified careers and better lives.
Free TAFE Enrolments
In 2024, the Victorian TAFE Network supported 35,000+ Free TAFE enrolments, building Victoria’s essential workforce in in-demand industries.
Campuses
The Victorian TAFE Network has over 90 campuses across Victoria, delivering accessible learning in-place for all Victorians.
Victoria’s TAFEs and dual sector universities provide the highest quality education to hundreds of thousands of domestic and international students each year.
NEWSROOM
As the peak body for Victoria’s public TAFE Network, the VTA is the voice for the sector.
The Victorian TAFE Association (VTA) welcomes the Victorian Government’s 2026-27 Budget announcement of 15,000 additional Free TAFE places and campus upgrades. The extra funding for Free TAFE recognises the Government…
Keep readingThe Victorian TAFE Association (VTA) warmly welcomes the appointment of the new Minister for Skills and TAFE, The Hon. Colin Brooks MP, whose background as…
Keep readingThe Victorian TAFE Association (VTA) today pays tribute to the Minister for Skills and TAFE Gayle Tierney following her decision to step down from her…
Keep readingCOMMUNITY AND CONNECTION
We organise a range of events throughout the year for TAFE and dual sector university staff and leaders.
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