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What is ACE? |
What is ACE?Adult and Community Education (ACE) in Western Australia is community-focused learning delivered through a diverse range of programs and activities. It encompasses learning activities that are non-accredited and non-formal in nature and which contribute to the development of a person’s skills and knowledge, and encourage social participation. It also encompasses a range of accredited formal courses for those looking for a pathway to re-enter or re-engage with education, training and employment. ACE, through the provision of both accredited and non-accredited learning experiences, has a demonstrated ability to:
In Western Australia ACE is provided by a large number of community organisations, generally, but not exclusively, non-government, non-profit organisations under local community management. Some of the major ACE providers in WA include TAFEWA colleges, senior colleges (Tuart and Canning Colleges), libraries, universities, job centres, ethnic associations, seniors education associations (such as U3A and MALA) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, Community Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres and environmental groups. Adult and Community Education options for learners in rural and remote areas have been increased with the establishment of the community-focused and managed WA Telecentre Network. |
How ACE contributes to access and equity in vocational education and training (VET)
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Community learning in focus: a strategy for Adult and Community Education in Western Australia (2009-2018)The Department of Education and Training, in conjunction with the Department's ACE Advisory Committee and the broader ACE community, has developed Community learning in focus: a strategy for Adult and Community Education in Western Australia (2009-2018). The new strategy, launched at the Adult Learners' Week awards night (29 August 2009), by the Minister for Training, sets the following goals:
To view Community learning in focus: a strategy for Adult and Community Education in Western Australia (2009-2018) click here. For further information contact: |
ACE Advisory CommitteeAs part of its commitment to the Adult Community Education (ACE) sector, the Western Australian Department of Education and Training convenes an ACE Advisory Committee. The terms of reference for the ACE Advisory Committee include the provision of advice on issues relating to ACE in Western Australia and to promote ACE within the government and community sectors. The Advisory Committee is comprised of a Chairperson, Executive Officer and up to twelve appointed members. Tracey Coatsworth from the Department of Education and Training is the Executive Officer for the Committee.
For further information regarding the ACE Advisory Committee please contact: Tracey Coatsworth |
Adult and Community Education GrantsAdult and Community Education (ACE) in Western Australia is community-focused learning delivered through a diverse range of programs and activities. It encompasses learning activities that are non-accredited and non-formal in nature and which contribute to the development of a person’s skills and knowledge, and encourage social participation. It also encompasses a range of accredited formal courses for those looking for a pathway to re-enter or re-engage with education, training and employment. This program of ACE Grants aims to expand the participation of under-represented groups in non-accredited and non-formal ACE activities. It is envisaged that the grants will promote, encourage and support lifelong learning pathways into and out of ACE that facilitate personal, educational, training and employment transitions. To be eligible for a one-off ACE grant of up to $12,000 applicant organisations must: • be based in Western Australia; and The closing time and date for applications is 11.00 am on Monday, 16 November 2009. Information is also available in alternative format on request. ACE GRANT APPLICATION DOCUMENTSYou will need to register to access and download the Application Documents. Click here to register. PREVIOUS FUNDED PROJECTSClick on the years to view ACE Grant Projects funded in 2008 and 2009.  |
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The ACE - Making Connections Conference is a biennial event which provides professional development for community educators, trainers, providers, learners, administrators and others interested in the area of adult community education. This year's conference was held at Central TAFE's Leederville Campus, 23-24 October 2009. FURTHER INFORMATION |
ACE and GSTAdult Community Education in Western Australia is defined as any learning that is non-accredited and occurs in a community setting. Such learning falls outside of the Australian Qualifications Training Framework (AQTF) and does not lead to a recognised accredited award. Whilst accredited training is automatically GST free, non-accredited training delivered under the ACE banner is not. Key points in determining ACE courses as a GST free supply:
As Western Australia doesn't have a State Government endorsed mechanism to recognise or register an ACE provider, ACE organisations are able to apply to the ATO for a private ruling of their courses. Each provider and each course will be judged on its own merit upon application to the ATO. These private rulings are free of charge and can be made via the website www.ato.gov.au under rulings. For further information on the standards required for GST free education or applying for a ruling contact the ATO on 13 28 66. |
Read Write Now!Poor literacy is an issue that is likely to affect a significant proportion of the adult population in Western Australia. In recognition that many individuals may require or prefer individual assistance to develop their literacy and numeracy skills, the Western Australian Department of Education and Training provides funding for the Read Write Now! program which delivers informal, non-accredited tuition usually on a one-to-one basis. The tuition is delivered by trained volunteers to individuals as a community service, and while there may be some employment-related outcomes, the service is one which is primarily servicing the broader educational and social needs of individuals. An important principle of the Read Write Now! Program is that the student is the person who requests assistance from the service, and participates voluntarily. The Read Write Now! program delivers outcomes that are determined by each student's learning goals and motivation for joining the Program. Swan TAFE manages the Read Write Now program on behalf of the Department. To find out more about the Read Write Now! program click here. PublicationsPartnerships...... the Way to go 2008 Ministerial Declaration on ACE Planning Pathways for Women from ACE to VET (1997) Adult Community Education (ACE) Strategy for all Western Australians 2004 - 2008 |
LinksAdult Learning Australia (WA) Canning College Career Development Centre Council on the Ageing (WA) Inc. Fax: (08) 8334 4211 Website: www.edna.edu.au/edna/page1.html National Institute for Adult Continuing Education - England and Wales (NAICE) Website: www.niace.org.uk/organisation/ Employment Directions Network Learning Centre Link Mature Adults Learning Association (MALA) Inc. TAFEWA Colleges TAFEWA ACE course information: Telecentre Network Tuart College University of the Third Age (UWA) Inc University of Western Australia Extension |
