CEAV Institute

📊 Australia’s jobs paradox: low unemployment, high demand and a shifting workforce

New reporting highlights a striking trend in Australia’s labour market. Despite low unemployment and strong demand for workers, many employers are still struggling to fill roles. At the same time, participation patterns are changing as workers reassess their priorities, skills and long-term career goals.

For career educators, this reinforces the importance of high-quality career development. When people understand their strengths, options and pathways, they are better equipped to navigate a labour market that is both full of opportunity and undergoing rapid change.

Read more:
https://thetimes.com.au/world/50742-australias-jobs-paradox-low-unemployment-high-demand-and-a-changing-workforce

The ACCE Community of Practice (Specialisation Disability) supports schools, practitioners and pathway coordinators in strengthening career development and improving transition outcomes for young people with disabilities. It’s a space to connect with peers, share challenges, explore lessons learned, and use the benchmarking tool and other resources to lead to better outcomes for students.

Held online once a term, the CoP welcomes members who want to share best practices and learn together. You can register for upcoming sessions via our website and access previous webinars anytime.

Join our Community of Practice and stay up to date with resources and events: https://ceav.jotform.com/250228264917964

Watch past webinar recordings: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAFjWZnVb-GhTYr4QcYvnGG3ONfv3ljHd

🎓 VTAC: Guide to Applying for Tertiary Study in Victoria

This webinar provides students, families, and practitioners with a clear overview of how to apply for tertiary study in Victoria. The session covers researching courses, applying through VTAC, and understanding the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) and scholarships. It’s a practical, accessible guide to help students feel confident about their next steps.

🗓️ Wednesday 12 August
⏰ 7 pm

Register here:
https://acce.org.au/events/event/f1f50dc9-a005-48d7-4cf1-08de95de77e9?page=2

⭐ Career Development in Practice (CDIP) ⭐

Spaces are still available for our two-day face-to-face workshop, which is designed to introduce career development practice in education. This workshop is ideal for new career practitioners in schools, people working in education or with youth, those looking to enter the profession, or experienced practitioners wanting a refresher.

The program is customised to meet the needs of registered participants and provides a strong foundation in career development concepts, frameworks and practical strategies for supporting students.

🙂 Two-day face-to-face workshop
🗓️ Tuesday 28 July and Wednesday 29 July
⏰ 9:30 am to 4 pm
📍 Greensborough, Victoria

Register here: https://acce.org.au/events/event/73643877-5df8-4925-2c70-08de6464e314?page=1

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that CEAV Institute has once again been named a Finalist in the 2026 Victorian Training Awards! 🎉

For the third consecutive year, CEAV Institute has been recognised as a finalist in the Small Training Provider of the Year category—an achievement that reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence in vocational education and the career development profession.

We are honoured to stand alongside our fellow finalists, VEG Education and Harvester Technical College, and now look forward to the Victorian Training Awards Ceremony on 18 September, where the winner will be announced. The recipient of this award will go on to represent Victoria at the Australian Training Awards, showcasing the very best of vocational education and training on the national stage. Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey. We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and look forward to celebrating with our fellow finalists in September.

Congratulations to VEG Education and Harvester Technical College, and best wishes to all finalists across every category of the 2026 Victorian Training Awards.

🎓 Career Development in Practice (CDIP)

ACCE is offering a two-day face-to-face workshop designed to introduce career development practice in education. This workshop is ideal for new career practitioners in schools, people working in education or with youth, those looking to enter the profession, or experienced practitioners wanting a refresher.

The program is customised to meet the needs of registered participants and provides a strong foundation in career development concepts, frameworks and practical strategies for supporting students.

🙂 Two-day face-to-face workshop
🗓️ Tuesday 28 July and Wednesday 29 July
⏰ 9:30 am to 4 pm

Register here: https://acce.org.au/events/event/73643877-5df8-4925-2c70-08de6464e314?page=1

⚖️ Legal and Ethical Practice for Career Practitioners, Advisors and Coaches

Strengthen your professional practice with this intensive one-day face-to-face workshop on Thursday, 23 July from 9:30 am to 4 pm. This session is designed to help career practitioners navigate the legal and ethical responsibilities that underpin safe, high-quality career services.

The workshop explores:
• Scope of practice and duty of care
• Legal policies and consumer law
• Record keeping and use of vocational assessments
• Ethical standards and principles
• Reflective practice for stronger decision making
• Service notices and informing clients of rights and responsibilities

Participants will take part in practical roleplays and interactive exercises to apply legal and ethical principles in real career service scenarios. You will leave with the confidence and clarity needed to deliver career guidance safely, ethically and professionally.

Register here:
https://acce.org.au/events/event/92ba38d6-f5b0-416d-6026-08de799f2d41?page=1

📣 Calling on new or recently recruited career practitioners in Victorian government schools!

If you are still building your confidence in delivering career education, funded Career Development workshops are available in your area. These workshops are designed to strengthen your practice, build your understanding of career development frameworks and give you practical tools you can use straight away.

View upcoming workshops:
https://acce.org.au/cdip-victorian-government-schools/

💬 Community of Practice: Careers in the Curriculum

ACCE members are invited to join our next Community of Practice session on Tuesday, 21 July at 4 pm. This session explores Careers in the Curriculum, focusing on integrating Humanities into curriculum planning and practical ways to embed career education across subject areas.

Community of Practice sessions are facilitated by the CEAV Institute and provide members with a supportive space to share ideas, brainstorm, plan, and exchange resources. All sessions are recorded and available to members.

This event is free for ACCE members.

Register here:
https://acce.org.au/events/event/a4245316-62ef-4552-4cec-08de95de77e9?page=1

🌟 About the Australian Centre for Career Education (ACCE) 🌟

The Australian Centre for Career Education is a national career education expert and an endorsed training provider of career professionals. Our training is endorsed by the National Peak Industry Body, CICA. As a not-for-profit educational charity, we lead the development of high-quality career education, training and resources across the country.

Founded in 1975, we have a long history of supporting schools, governments and communities with expert career development services. Our work is grounded in the belief that strong career development helps individuals understand their strengths, manage life and learning, and navigate work with confidence.

Our Mission: Advancing career development and education for the public benefit.

Our Vision: To lead the delivery of quality career education and career development services for all Australians.

Explore our Impact Reports to learn more about our work, here: https://acce.org.au/about-us/