Boost your career in vocational teaching
Boost your career in vocational teaching
South Australia is investing in the people who shape our VET and ACE sectors. Whether you’re starting your journey, building your expertise or leading practice across your organisation, there are targeted grants and scholarships to support your growth. These programs are designed to strengthen teaching, build capability and help you respond to the evolving needs of learners and industry.
Browse what’s available today, and what’s on the way.
Scholarships to enhance teaching
Opening July 2026
Scholarships support experienced VET educators to deepen their teaching, assessment and leadership skills through higher-level study.
Who can apply:
- VET educators in South Australia ready to strengthen their practice.
What’s included:
- A fully subsidised place in selected TAE skill sets
- Scholarship funding to support study and release time
- Flexible, practical learning designed to fit around your work commitments.
Whether you’re looking to build new skills now or progress toward a Diploma of VET, Scholarships provide a clear, supported pathway to grow your capability and impact.
International Research Fellowships
Opening July 2026
International Research Fellowships give VET educators the opportunity to explore international best practice and apply those insights to improve teaching, assessment and industry engagement in South Australia.
Who can apply:
- VET educators in South Australia seeking advanced professional development
- RTOs supporting educators to tackle local challenges through global learning.
What’s included:
- Funding for international applied research, including study visits, partnerships or virtual engagement
- Structured support, mentoring and guidance throughout the Fellowship
- Opportunities to translate learning into practical outcomes and share insights across the sector.
Designed for educators ready to think differently, lead change and bring new ideas into practice.
More information coming soon
Additional scholarships and grants will be released progressively over the coming months. Details will be published here as they become available:
- Scholarships
- Incubator Grants for RTOs
- Professional Development Grants for RTOs
- Scholarships for industry currency
- Peer Support Facilitator Grants.
Learn more by exploring the Implementation Framework.
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