Share your vocational area of expertise below and list a website below that you have come across which has valuable information relating to your industry area (the site can be a professional network or social media site).
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Hi all,
I am a qualified fitness professional and have recently undertaken work in peer learning support (similar to a teacher’s aid) in vocational fitness courses at UOW. I have enjoyed this work so much that I feel compelled to gain a deeper knowledge of teaching and skills to help benefit students thrive throughout their certificates.
The link I have attached today is for AusActive which is the association for Australia’s exercise and active health professionals. It contains great information and resources for everyone including a database to find health professionals best tailored to your needs and location.
https://ausactive.org.au/
Hi Everyone, I work for ESTA (Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority) and work in both Ambulance and Police operations. The TAE course will allow me to contribute in assisting others to obtain qualifications within ESTA as both Call taker and Dispatcher. The link I’ve shared is ESTA’s about page which describes what the organisation is about and the role in which we play for emergencies across Victoria https://www.esta.vic.gov.au/about-esta
Hi everyone, I too am a high school teacher, but in the last couple of years have also enjoyed teaching HSC science courses at TAFE. The TAE course will afford me even more opportunity to teach other courses at TAFE. I love teaching in different contexts and meeting new people all of the time.
The link I’ve shared https://www.smart.unsw.edu.au/ is to the UNSW SMaRT centre who are doing amazing work in recycling in Australia. I’ve been so lucky to have the opportunity to work with them.
Hi everyone, I am currently working as a high school teacher, however, I also work within the NDIS sector as well as the aquatics industry. I would love to pass on my knowledge within these industries and move into the adult education sector.
An example of a website that has valuable information for educational support professionals is
https://www.australianteacheraide.com.au/
Hi everyone, I am working as a childcare director and NDIS provider. A Childcare Director is responsible for managing and overseeing the operations of a childcare centre or facility. The duties include ensuring compliance with regulations, creating policies and procedures, hiring and training staff, managing budgets, and maintaining a safe environment for children. One website that has valuable information for childcare professionals is
https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-02/belonging_being_and_becoming_the_early_years_learning_framework_for_australia.pdf
Hello,
My area of expertise is in Emergency Communications and the website I found beneficial is listed below. My current role involves mentoring and assessing both new and past students studying nationally recognised certificates in Emergency Communications.
Thanks
Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority | Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (esta.vic.gov.au)
Hi All
Nice to e meet you on this blog, I have enjoyed reading about your vocational area of expertise – thank you!
We are all drawn to our passions, mine is helping colleagues, friends and family be the best at their passions. I am taking my passion to the next level by formalizing and focusing my career on imparting the knowledge I have gain to those in my area of expertise Property Funds Management/ Business Relationships/ Accounting.
Over 20+ years I have been fortunate to have received generosity through assistance and knowledge from colleagues, so now is the time to focus on returning the knowledge given to me.
To learn is to live, continuous improvement is the food for the mind.
Good Luck with your studies.
Please find below some websites with valuable information about my industry of choice.
https://www.propertyfunds.org.au/
https://www.charteredaccountantsanz.com/
hi Everyone I am a licenced electrician i have been in the electrical industry for over 10 years. I am currently working full time at NECA Training based in chullora Sydney, training to become a post trade trainer,I also am still running my own electrical business. I’m really looking forward to this course to build my skills to deliver training. I have left a link below to my business website if anyone is interested in various electrical projects i have worked on.
https://wiredsolutionsco.wixsite.com/website
Hello Everyone, I am a Learning & Development consultant working in the Recruitment Industry. I have 28 years of experience in this space. I am undertaking this course to cement my years of applicable experience with a recognised qualification. I often use and refer to the RCSA website for networking, information and training tools.
Hi Everyone
I am a Business Analyst and I have been working in the finance and banking sector for over 15 years. In my role I train and mentor many analysts regularly . Through this course I hope to build upon my training and assessment knowledge and also open a door for another opportunity down the track to teach as I do love teaching.
Some of the websites that I frequent are:
https://www.afr.com/
https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business
https://moneysmart.gov.au/
Hi everyone! Currently in the NSW SES and have seen a shortfall in trainers and assessors as the years pass, older members leaving with their skills. Want to get in there and give back to the unit I’m in. Also been in the hospitality industry for 20yrs and have trained many a new employee.
http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Hi everyone, I am the Office Manager (IT, Admin, Site) for Lifetime Connect. I have over 30 years experience in Administration and Marketing. I am hoping to gain credentials to assist to help the staff of the company improve their skills and knowledge.
Hi all,
I am a Registered Nurse with over 15 years clinical experience, currently working in the operating theatre as an anaesthetic nurse. In my current role I provide education to patients, students and colleagues regluarly. I hope to build upon my training and assessment knowledge and practice to enable me to further develop my clinical leadership skills. I am looking forward to geting started but am finding retuning to formal studies a little daunting. One website which I find useful in providing education in ecg interpretation is https://litfl.com/ecg-library/
Regards,
Sam
Hey,
I currently work as the Nominated Supervisor for two Early Learning Services after working as an educator in the industry for 10 years across several different types of services. Over this time, i have developed a wide range of skills and knowledge but am a strong believer in ongoing professional development and being a life long learner.
One of the most valuable sites for anyone in our profession is the ACECQA website. The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority works with all governments to provide guidelines, resources and services to support the sector to improve outcomes for children.
https://www.acecqa.gov.au/
Hi, I currently work as a maintenance supervisor in a Hospital but have previously been a self-employed builder that specialized in anything heritage or oddball.
We had to develop a lot of skills for this work and I use to enjoy teaching my apprentices and workers these skills. There for I have enrolled in this course to improve my skills in teaching so as to make a career in this field.
One web site I find very useful is the Heritage council of NSW and of various other states sites.
Haven’t studied for a long time so this will be a challenge.
Hi everyone, I work with an CMO that has recently gained RTO accreditation. In my role as Service Manager of Mental Health programs across two regional areas I am responsible for training, supervision and professional development opportunities for my direct reports. I see this TAE training as a continuing growth of my own practice and am looking forward to sharing the process with others who have a broad range of experience in a vast variety of fields. I access a range of resources to expand my learning opportunities and to help me remain current in my field. A couple of my favourites are:
https://www.acwa.org.au
https://anzmh.asn.au
https://www.mhpn.org.au
I also listen to several podcasts including:
On Being with Krista Tippett
Expand your perception with Dr Beau Lotto
TED talks and attend virtual webinars when ever I can.
Hi everyone, I am an Admin Assistant in the training department within an RTO which has a large footprint across NSW & QLD. I work closely with Training Managers, Compliance/Support teams and Trainer and Assessors across the NSW sites.
I have worked within the RTO world for around 4 years.
I enrolled in the TAE qualification for personal learning and development and with my knowledge and skills from working within industry along with completing this qualification I hope to expand my opportunities within my organisation and to better assist my team.
I find the https://training.gov.au/ website valuable when looking for information about qualification packages and units of competency within my current role.
Kind regards,
Hayley
Hi all,
I am a Registered Nurse working in the drug and alcohol sector in a hospital setting. Providing education to patients and staff is a daily part of my role. I look forward enhancing my skills and knowledge in training and assessing for my current role and future opportunities.
A website which I find useful and informative is the Youth alcohol and other drugs toolbox:
https://www.youthaodtoolbox.org.au/
Regards,
Graeme
Hi everyone,
I am currently working as a registered nurse in the operating theatre. I would like to use my experience and the skills and education I will develop throughout this course to apply for a clinical nurse educator role.
Kind regards,
Katrin
Hello all,
My background is in Community welfare and Human services. Primarily Aged care, Child protection and I’m currently self employed in the disability sector supporting clients living with disabilities, under the NDIS. By enrolling in the TAE I’m looking to learn how to educate and expand my opportunities.
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/living-with-disability
https://www.ndis.gov.au/
Howdy all,
My Name is Trin Hewitson and I work in outdoor education and in the Corrective Services industry.
In the outdoor education industry I specialise in ski touring/splitboarding/hiking and mountain biking. I provide tours and clinics to adults and children. I provide backcountry tours and clinics for Thredbo Ski Resort and I am looking to be able teach new and upcoming guides in industry. I also want to be able to teach mountain biking guiding programs.
I also work in NSW Corrective Services as an Correctional Officer and would one day love to be able to combine the two and provide young offenders and at-risk kids outdoor education programs.
A website I use a lot would be Windy.com. It provides a detailed map with many weather overlays that make it easy to digest, particularly wind direction. It has numerous weather forecasting models meaning you can make a more informed assessment on the weather forecast. It also has a very easy to read topographic map system.
https://www.windy.com/?-33.871,151.201,5
Good Evening All,
My name is Ben Lynch and I am studying to further my development as a trainer and assessor with the NSW SES and also Fire & Rescue NSW. My experience in training and assessing so far have been at enterprise level only and have always required a lead assessor to sign off on our assessments. Training I have delivered ranges from chainsaw operations, response driving, flood rescue, etc.
While the link I provide will not be available to the general public and non-NSWSES I use the website to assist me in organising courses and assessments. It provides me access to training resource kits which includes training plans and assessment scenarios. This link also contains the NSW SES training manual which is a useful reference.
https://membersesnswgov.sharepoint.com/sites/Resources/PolicyAndProcedures/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FResources%2FPolicyAndProcedures%2FTraining%20Manual%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FResources%2FPolicyAndProcedures
Hello everyone!
I am currently in a childcare centre as a team leader, I would like to open the door to new opportunities in the future and love teaching and I though this would be a great opportunity.
In my current job, I use this website most days for my job https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-02/belonging_being_and_becoming_the_early_years_learning_framework_for_australia.pdf
Hi everyone,
I have also just started this TAE Course and looking forward to joining you all.
I am a Registered Nurse working in a high dependency area. I’m looking to develop my teaching skills and experience for my role as Clinical Nurse Educator. I would also like to open the door to explore other career options such as VET teaching.
I like to refer to the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses for current practice guidelines and workforce standards which underpin out practice. I also highly regard their events and courses for my ongoing professional development.
Hi All,
I have been working in the education sector for for over 20 years, the last 10+ in compliance and operations roles. I am currently the RTO Support & Compliance Manager for an RTO with a large footprint throughout NSW & Qld and a scope of over 30 qualifications.
My goto websites are https://training.gov.au/Home/Tga and https://www.asqa.gov.au/
Cheers Tania
Hi all,
I just commenced this course today and I can see from the blog that there are a couple of people on here that work for the same Department as me, DCJ!
I work in People (HR) and looking to broaden my skills and experience in the learning and development space. Excited to get started. Here is a website that I frequent in my current role: https://www.comprac.nsw.gov.au/communities-of-practice/hr-professionals
Regards, Nadia
Hi Everyone,
I have just started this TAE course as I am currently working as a CTA trainer/facilitator and I am hoping to expend my career into other areas. I have previously worked as an Employment Coach for adults with intellectual disabilities in supported employment. I Have also worked as a recreational gymnastics coach and learn to swim teacher.
Warm regards,
Catherine.
Hi all,
Just started this TAE course as part of my work at the Junee Correctional Centre. I teach inmates literacy and numeracy skills and assist them in progressing to other Cert 2 and 3 courses within the prison.
I have a background in teaching and leadership in Secondary Education,specialising in Student Wellbeing, Disability Education and Leadership.
I have also successfully run my own business in Personal Training, Lifestyle Management and injury rehabilitation.
Looking forward to further blogs.
Regards, Jeff
Hello All,
My area of expertise is State Government, both in Corrections and now with DCJ Housing. With Corrections I worked with Adult Young Offenders, delivering outdoor adventure programs.
I currently work for Department of Communities and Justice, Housing in the Western Sydney Nepean Blue Mountains District as a Program Officer in the People and Culture Space. I work on a number of projects around staff engagement, on-boarding and professional development, including developing and delivering a range of training to support staff in DCJ Housing Systems.
The one website I use everyday is https://www.facs.nsw.gov.au/
Hi, I am a first aider and have been volunteering for almost two years. I have found the following website to be relevant to the content I aim to teach in the future: https://www.stjohnnsw.com.au/online-first-aid
Hello Everyone,
I am a Registered Midwife and currently work in a tertiary unit. My current role involves mentoring and assessing students and peers in the midwifery environment.
I regularly use the Nurses and Midwives Association website https://www.nswnma.asn.au/
I can access articles that make me aware of policies and health news, which are current.
HI, I am a Registered Nurse and Midwife, I currently work for a private disability company. Part of my role is training support workers to work with clients with high intensity physical needs. I access Ausmed | Online CPD Education + Personal Portfolio to keep up to date with documenting my professional development points and access best practice information.
Hello everyone, I’m a Civil Engineer working as a Quality Manager on the Coffs Harbour Bypass construction project. With a mixture of overseas and new to TfNSW projects I will be performing a lot of training on the project to ensure we construct the best road possible for the community. Here is a link to the project: Coffs Harbour Bypass | Pacific Highway Upgrade (nsw.gov.au)
Hi Everyone, I volunteer for a local emergency service who trains people using nationally recognised units of competencies. I have found the https://training.gov.au/ website particularly valuable when looking for information on vocational units.
Hi Everyone, I work for a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Evans Head. I am the Executive Assistant and Campus Manager. I also own my own company “Remotely” that I started during Covid and our company provides business and administrative support for other businesses. This is a link to information on social media marketing https://www.socialmediacollege.com/blog/.
Hello. I work in perioperative nursing in the roles of scrub / scout, anaesthetics and recovery. A professional membership and website which has been a valuable resource is the NSW Operating Theatre Association http://www.ota.org.au
Hi friends, I deliver info sessions and training workshops in the disability services sector, working within human rights NGO’s it is important that we understand the UN Convention for the Rights of People with Disabilities (CRPD). https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/convention-on-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities.html
Hi all, in my area of expertise of fashion design and textiles, I have found that various Instagram accounts, online blogs and other social media platforms such as the_pattern_making_class and bookhou, have helped expand my knowledge and understanding through their sharing of industry standard tips and tricks. I am also a support educator and have found https://beyou.edu.au/ to contain useful information.
Hi everyone. My vocational area of expertise is event management, marketing & business admin. A website that has valuable information about marketing is https://ami.org.au/
Hi all, My vocational area of expertise is pre-hospital and front line care (Paramedicine) We often do community engagement activities and encourage people to visit: http://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au if they would like to learn more about the roles we do.
Hi. My vocational area of expertise is swim teaching and coaching. A site I find beneficial for my area of expertise is https://scta.org.au/
Hi. My vocational area of expertise is Remedial Massage plus other massage modalities. A site I find beneficial for reference in my area is https://members.amt.org.au/
My vocational area of expertise is emergency services (firefighting). We do a lot of work with the community to educate and inform vulnerable individuals and families about fire safety risks.
For example, https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/
My area of expertise is early childhood education. The site which I use most and which provides the best information for our industry is https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-02/belonging_being_and_becoming_the_early_years_learning_framework_for_australia.pdf
One of the websites that I visit regularly is ASQA, the National Regulator for Vocational Education and Training.
https://www.asqa.gov.au/