Partnership Hub
APTC is dedicated to improving and strengthening TVET systems across the Pacific region and Timor-Leste. Through strategic partnerships and coalitions, we're fostering sustainable initiatives that address critical skills gaps and support economic growth.
Our Principles
The following key principles guide our partnerships:
Locally-Led
We prioritise initiatives driven by Timor-Leste and Pacific Island countries and their unique needs.
Outcome Focused
Our partnerships are designed to achieve tangible results, including increased access to quality TVET and improved employment opportunities.
Socially Inclusive
We strive to ensure that our partnerships benefit all segments of society, including marginalised groups.
Collaborative & Complementary
To leverage our collective strengths, we work closely with various partners, including governments, training providers, TVET regulatory authorities, private sector organisations, and civil society.
Mutually Accountable
We believe in shared responsibility and transparency in our partnerships.
Flexible & Adaptive
We are committed to adapting our approach to meet the evolving needs of our partners and changing regional priorities.
Key Partnerships
Strengthening TVET initiatives in response to industry demand
Collaborating with TVET regulators to develop new qualifications
Supporting Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste in addressing specific skills gaps
Pacific Regional Education Framework (PacREF) Collaboration
APTC is dedicated to advancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across the Pacific region and Timor-Leste through strategic collaborations. By partnering with key stakeholders, we focus on aligning TVET initiatives with industry needs, developing new qualifications, and addressing critical skills gaps. Our partnerships enable us to support the region in creating sustainable pathways to employment and contributing to economic and social development.
Pacific Regional Education Framework (PacREF)
As an implementing agency under PacREF, APTC collaborates closely with partners to develop industry-relevant, regionally recognised qualifications.
APTC’s involvement in PacREF reflects the Australian Government’s dedication to Pacific education, demonstrating unwavering support for regional progress through events like the PacREF Implementing Agencies Fono and the Steering Committee Meetings. These initiatives underscore APTC's commitment to aligning with PacREF's priorities.
TVET in Schools Research
This ongoing project aims to identify and document existing policies, frameworks, and initiatives related to VET in Schools across the region.
By providing insights into current practices and challenges, we can support governments and development partners in enhancing VET in Schools and creating pathways to employment.
TVET Partners
Our Partners for Impact
APTC partners with Pacific TVET institutions to drive impactful, locally-led reforms. Together, we strengthen TVET systems, empowering communities and building resilience. Through these collaborations, we support sustainable change, working alongside governments, the private sector, and civil society to shape the future of skills development in the region.
Fiji Hotel & Tourism Association
Fiji Vocational Technical Training Center for Persons With Disabilities
Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations
Model Town Charitable Trust
Sangam Institute of Technology College of Nursing and Health Care Education
Centre for Appropriate Technology and Development
Highlands Agriculture College
Mayur Resources Limited
Mount Hagen Technical College
Port Moresby Technical College
Lakapi Samoa
Land Transport Authority
National University of Samoa
NOLA
Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority
Samoa Police, Prisons & Correction Services
Samoa Qualifications Authority
Samoa Water Authority
Solomon Islands Tertiary Education and Skills Authority
Don Bosco Tetere Rural Training Centre
Afutara Adventist Technical Institute
Batuna Adventist Vocational School
Solomon Islands National Youth Congress
Bishop Naramana Institute of Technology
Solomon Islands Association of Vocational Rural Training Centres
Kaotave Rural Training Centre
Divit Rural Training Centre
Asia Development Sustainable Development Rural Training Centre
San Isidro Training Centre
Tabaka Rural Training Centre
AHHA Education
Direção Nacional de Formação Profissional
Instituto Nacional de Desenvolvimento de Mao-de-Obra
Cicanada Foundation
Ministry of Education and Training
Ituani Vocational Skills Center
PCS Pacific
Saint Michel Technical College
Tertiary Education Directorate
Vanuatu Institute of Technology
Vanuatu Qualifications Authority
Vanuatu Skills Partnership
Youth Challenge Vanuatu