ACT skills snapshot

The ACT skills system comprises 96 public and private registered training organisations. The Canberra Institute of Technology is the ACT's public
provider and sits at the centre of our training system.

Over 48,000 people a year participate in vocational education and training with one of the ACT's registered training organisations. Around half are supported by government funding – undertaking free or subsidised training.

With a record $126.3 million invested in training in 2022 alone, skills and workforce development is a key priority within the ACT Government's economic development strategy.

Quick facts

ACT skills snapshot

One in four ACT skills and training students already have a university degree – demonstrating the sector's role in lifelong learning.

The ACT has the highest share of government-funded students undertaking training in Australia.

The ACT skills sector is highly inclusive, with significantly more diverse students than the Australian average.

In 2021 there were a record number of apprentices in training across the ACT.

In 2020-21 the ACT welcomed skilled migrants from 43 countries.