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The Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) is a training excellence and collaboration centre. It was announced as an Australian Government initiative at the Pacific Islands Forum in 2006 and welcomed by the Pacific Island leaders. As Australia’s flagship Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) investment in the region, APTC collaborates with national governments, development partners, the private sector, organisations for people with disabilities, civil society organisations, and Pacific TVET institutions in ten countries: Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. APTC also works closely with industry representatives around the region to ensure its training programs are relevant and aligned with current and future career opportunities for graduates – careers where skilled employees are in high demand. APTC offers Australian qualifications from Certificate II to Diploma level in various vocational areas. Highly regarded and qualified trainers deliver courses, and graduates will enjoy the benefits of an internationally recognised and accredited Australian qualification. APTC is an Australian Government initiative implemented by TAFE Queensland (RTO 0275) in partnership with the Pacific and Timor-Leste.

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Australian alumna empowers her community through fashion

Australia is Solomon Islands’ nambawan partner in providing skills training to Solomon Islanders.

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25 October 2024

APTC alumna, Salote Tadokai, pioneers as Fiji’s first female trainer in Sustainable Boat Building course

While women in the Pacific are more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, they are also at the forefront of solutions in their communities.

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20 October 2024

317 graduates from APTC set to boost productivity and sustainable development in Fiji

The Australian Government-funded, Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC), in a recent graduation ceremony held at the Fiji National University Campus in Nasinu, recognised the achievements of 317 Fijians, including 181 women, who have successful …

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16 October 2024

APTC equips 25 i-Kiribati with skills to drive economic progress

The Australian High Commission in Kiribati and the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) proudly celebrated the graduation of 25 I-Kiribati nationals who have earned Australian standard and internationally-recognised qualifications.

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13 October 2024

Joe’s mission to empower students and build resilient homes in Vanuatu

Ni-Vanuatu Joe Taur’s life took a dramatic turn after Tropical Cyclone Pam struck Vanuatu in 2015, devastating schools, homes, and vital infrastructure. Cyclone Pam was one of the worst disasters to hit Vanuatu, leaving behind a trail of destruction …

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29 September 2024

APTC supports Chevalier Training Centre to strengthen TVET training

The Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) recently provided essential tools and equipment to support Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) delivery for 34 students at the Chevalier Training Centre (CTC) in Wainadoi, Navua.

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27 September 2024

Skills boost for PALM workers

Australia is partnering with the Solomon Islands Government to deliver skills and jobs for Solomon Islanders, including in the meat processing sector.

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25 September 2024

Regina drives change, empowering women in the TVET sector

Meet Regina Kombuk Murang, the Senior Head Trainer at Mt Hagen Technical College (MHTC) and an alumna of the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC).

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18 September 2024

Naisen Nambahin wins TAFE Queensland ‘Educator of the Year’ Award

TAFE Queensland has recognised Naisen Nambahina as ‘Educator of the Year’.

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17 September 2024

APTC graduates become first i-Kiribati nationals to work under Pacific Labour Scheme

A total of 11 Kiribati nationals have commenced work under the Aged Care sector in Australia to work under the Pacific Labour Scheme. APTC provided refresher training to the first APTC alumni to work in the aged care sector in November to ensure work …

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29 August 2024

APTC trainer takes on an international role

Individual Support Trainer, Miliakere Nasaroa, fondly known by her former students as Aunty Mili at the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC), has shown that success can be achieved with passion, hard work, and support. A graduate of APTC and a …

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31 July 2024

Vanuatu celebrates 165 new APTC graduates, paving the way for a skilled & inclusive workforce

The Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) celebrated a major milestone this month, graduating 165 Vanuatu citizens with internationally recognised qualifications in a graduation ceremony held in Port Vila. This graduating cohort is a testament …

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31 July 2024