Goal

High quality education and training for lifelong learning and a skilled workforce

Indicator - 3.4.2.

Participation in post-secondary education and training

Measure of Progress - 3.4.2.1.

Participation in post-secondary education and training

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Baseline Measurement

During the year 1999-2000, an estimated 13.7% of the population aged 15 to 64 enrolled in a public vocational or higher education course.

Where does this information come from?

Department of Education

Why do we use this Measure?

Post-compulsory education is important for economic growth. Tasmania has traditionally had low participation rates in tertiary and higher education.

Explanation of measure

The measure is derived by combining public system VET and University of Tasmania enrolment counts. It is calculated using ABS population data for Tasmanians aged 15 to 64.

Tasmania Together Targets

Year	Target
2005	-
2010	18%
2015	20%
2020	22%