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Greening the VET Sector - Embedding Sustainability into Training & Operations


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Purchase for $59.00 (AUD) incl. GST

How to Embed Sustainability in Training

Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector plays a critical role in equipping learners and industries for a more sustainable future. Participants will gain practical tools, insights, and frameworks to integrate environmental, social, and economic sustainability principles across curricula, campuses, and community partnerships. From aligning with national sustainability priorities and industry needs, to designing green skills pathways and implementing low-impact operational practices, this workshop supports VET leaders, educators, and operational staff in driving meaningful change.

 

Webinar details

Date: Thursday 23 October 2025

Time: 12.30pm AEDT (Sydney, Melbourne)

Duration: 1 hour

Investment: $59.00 inc GST.

10% discount! for VET PD Series subscribers - Use your Voucher Code when registering!

 

Topics Covered

  • Introduce key sustainability drivers in the VET sector
  • Explore quick wins and long-term strategies for greening training and operations
  • Share practical examples and tools
  • Spark action and collaboration

 

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this session, participants will have an understanding of:

  • Why Sustainability Matters in VET - Understand the key drivers—policy, industry trends, and learner demand—that make sustainability a critical focus for the VET sector.
  • How to Embed Sustainability in Training - Learn practical ways to integrate sustainability concepts and competencies into course delivery, aligned with national training packages.
  • Quick Wins for Greener Operations - Identify simple, actionable steps to make VET campuses and workplaces more environmentally sustainable (e.g., procurement, waste reduction, energy use).
  • Create a Personal Action Plan - Leave with at least one clear and achievable next step to begin greening your own practice—whether in teaching or day-to-day operations.

 

Presenters

Scott Douglas

Scott Douglas is an experienced educator, researcher, and dynamic force in employment, vocational, and higher education, Scott’s background includes a successful tenure as a Start-up Founder and Co-founder of Innovation programs for ASX- listed companies, utilising the Human Centred Design Thinking model. Currently navigating the realms of innovation and entrepreneurship, Scott is actively completing projects, consulting and providing evidence-based advisory services while developing the national Clean Economy and Bio-Circular economy.

Qualifications

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Sustainability, Social Innovation and Climate Behaviour
  • Graduate Certificate of Research, Circular Economy Adoption Barriers
  • Graduate Certificate of Digital Education
  • Bachelor of Business, Entrepreneurship Program

 

A Statement of Attendance is issued on completion of live event activities.

Note the video recording of the live event will be available to all participants within 7 days after the event, for limited viewing of 30 days.

 

CORE AREAS

TRAINING

  • The Vocational Education & Training Sector
    • Operate within VET delivery and compliance frameworks

 

Completion

The following statements are received when the course is completed:

Certificate of Attendance
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