Clean economy careers to receive a boost

The Victorian Government’s $7 million VET Certificates in Renewable Energy program is creating new qualifications, micro-credentials and short courses to help Victorians build careers in the clean economy. Led by the Victorian Skills Authority and developed by Victoria’s TAFEs with industry, the program responds to emerging workforce needs across renewable energy, electrification and related industries.

The new training includes the Certificate II in Renewable Energy Technologies and Applications for secondary school students, along with targeted courses and micro-credentials for workers. Learners can gain practical and technical skills in areas such as renewable energy systems, solar and battery technologies, electric vehicle charging, integrated power systems, home electrification and wind energy.

The training also builds transferable capabilities valued across the sector, including safety awareness, problem-solving, teamwork, communication and adapting to new technologies.

By providing entry pathways for young people and opportunities for existing workers to up-skill or re-skill, the certificates will help grow a skilled and adaptable workforce. This will support the deployment, operation and maintenance of renewable energy and electrification technologies across Victoria, while giving employers greater confidence that workers have skills aligned with changing industry needs.

A capable renewable energy workforce is essential to delivering Victoria’s transition to 95% renewable electricity generation by 2035 and net zero emissions by 2045. By connecting training with real-world projects and future jobs, the program will help accelerate the clean energy transition, strengthen local skills and supply chains, and open new career opportunities for Victorians.

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