Former VET regulator, Simon Hitchick, and former Victorian public servant Maria Langwell join Claire to discuss the regulatory challenges facing the VET sector and what can be done to fix them.

During the conversation there's a discussion about the recent Communique from Skills Ministers calling for changes to ASQA's regulatory approach. The statement is available at:  https://docs-jobs.govcms.gov.au/system/files/doc/other/skills_council_-_20_september_-_communique_20_sept_final.pdf

If you want to contact Maria her email is the best place to start: [email protected]

If you want to contact Simon his website has his contact details: www.variisconsulting.com

And if you're interested in the details about 'the NARA model' you can find them at: https://www.clairefield.com.au/the-nara-model/

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