A NCVR study has found differences in motivations between males and females undertaking vocational education and training (VET).
For men, a key motivator for studying after age of 25 was a desire to change their current employment status. This includes switching jobs or career, or gain a promotion. After gaining their study, men were more likely to retain their current job.
For women, especially those who were divorced or separated, getting a job was a key motivator. After enrolling in VET, women were 33% more likely to find a new job.
However, a key motivator shared by both men and women was to acquire extra skills for their current job and if it was a requirement of the job.
An outcome shared by both men and women was an increase in job satisfaction with the skills gained for the training.
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Reference: Studying Beyond Age 25: Who does it and what do they gain?, Michael Coelli, Domenico Tabasso, Rezida Zakirova, Dept of Economics, University of Melbourne and Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research.
Michael Crump
Michael has worked in the education industry for over 10 years, with institutions such as The University of Sydney, Study Group and Upskilled. Michael is passionate about online learning and technology and believes strongly in ensuring education is available to all Australians no matter what their situation.