To ensure there is strong industry leadership of the training system, the Victorian Government funds a network of industry bodies which are experts on the training needs and delivery in their particular industries.
The TFIA works in partnership with the TCFUA (Victorian Branch) to form the TCF&L Industry Advisory Body which reports to Skills Victoria on issues relating to the vocational education and training needs of the Victorian Textile, Clothing, Footwear and Leather sector.
The Skills Victoria Corporate website provides further details about the industry bodies network.
Industry Skills Need Report
The report 'Victorian skill needs in 2011: A summary of industry intelligence' was commissioned by Skills Victoria and prepared by Deloitte Access Economics in consultation with the 16 Victorian Industry Training Advisory Bodies, including the TCF&L IAB.
The downloadable extract of the Report on this page contains:
- Executive Summary, Introduction and Industry Employment Forecasts across all Victorian industries
- Textile, Footwear, Clothing & Leather (TCF&L) industry specific information. Please note that this extract does not include the industry specific information for the other 15 industry sectors.
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Skills and Job Outlook
As the economy changes, work opportunities change with it. In Victoria, industries are developing, the skills required for occupations are changing and new skills are emerging.
A good understanding of the world of work and what skills will be in demand in the future will help you with your decisions about your career and training.
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TCF Careers and Qualifications
Career opportunities in the TCF&L sector are varied - from raw materials processing, synthetic fibre production and textile making, through to fashion design, patternmaking, manufacturing and promotion. There are opportunities to start hands on at production level, as a trade apprentice or as a tertiary graduate.