National Skills Week
Dedicated to raising the profile and status of skills and vocational learning, dispelling outdated myths and showcasing the attractive career opportunities for all Australians
About National Skills Week
24th–30th August 2026
Now moving into its sixteenth year, National Skills Week will again set out to bring to life the positive messages, highlighting the talents, the skills, the career pathways and the value of apprentices and trainees across Australia to the wider public and employers. The week is dedicated to raising the status of skills and vocational learning.
Vocational Education and Training has been the foundation of Australia's strong and vibrant economy. The VET system provides the skills and training that underpin the industries and services that Australians rely on every day. National Skills Week is dedicated to celebrating and championing this vital sector.
Past years achieved much, with unparalleled media coverage accompanied by the practical inclusions of over 500 known events taking place across the country delivering engaging and inspirational messages, promoting the VET sector generally.
National Skills Week is an initiative of SkillsOne, who will once again be driving the initiative working with government and stakeholders to achieve unique and beneficial outcomes, accompanied and supported by unprecedented media coverage.
We want you to play a part — practically organising, showcasing activities and events during the week (August 24–30, 2026). There are many ways you can be involved. Each year there is a new theme that you can design your activities and messaging around, with resources available to help you.
The Vision
To raise the status of skills and vocational learning, enabling all Australians to gain a greater understanding of the opportunities, their potential, and how they can contribute to a successful, modern economy.
The Mission
To articulate and advocate for the diversity, strength and need for hands-on practical learning, delivering real-world experience that prepares people for the future. To showcase examples of the many pathways to success and to dispel some of the out-dated myths often associated with skills and vocational training.
SkillsOne's Role
SkillsOne has been the active participant driving the working relationship and partnership with stakeholders to assist the Australian Government in meeting the unique challenges to address national skill and labour demands and provide opportunity for Australians young and old, to benefit from a growth economy.
SkillsOne is dedicated to embracing and reflecting the diversity, quality and opportunities within the skills community. It is reputable, contemporary and proven as a respected resource for career advisors, parents and students. The primary aim has been to create a skills community. Inherently, online content includes the key elements of lifestyle, career opportunities, positive attitudes and job satisfaction reflected through individuals sharing their experiences, skills, stories and wisdom.
SkillsOne.com.au provides a rich tapestry of information about trades and skills 24/7. The site features all stories appearing on SkillsOne TV and is continually updated with new video stories and industry snapshots.
Get Involved
Ideas on how you and your organisation can get involved with National Skills Week 2026
Schools
Ideas to get you started, how to plan your events and other resources for schools. Host career days, invite industry speakers, and showcase VET pathways to students.
Training Organisations
RTOs and TAFEs can open their doors, run open days, and collaborate with industry to demonstrate the quality and breadth of vocational training available.
Industry & Employers
Showcase your workforce, host site visits, offer work experience placements, and share the stories of your skilled employees and apprentices.
Supporters of VET
Government bodies, peak associations, and community organisations can amplify the message, host events, and champion skills-based careers in their networks.
Our Major Partners
Sponsors & Supporters
Become a Sponsor
Join Australia's leading skills and training movement. Sponsoring National Skills Week connects your organisation with students, educators, employers and industry leaders across the country.
Contact Us About SponsorshipBe Part of National Skills Week 2026
Whether you're an employer, educator, training provider, or industry leader, there are multiple ways to participate and help shape Australia's future workforce during August 24–30, 2026.