About the Queensland Training Awards

The Queensland Training Awards recognise and reward the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations within the vocational education and training sector who strive for excellence, best practice and innovation.

Now in their 48th year, the awards continue to showcase and highlight the significant contribution made by Queensland’s vocational education and training sector to the wider Queensland community and economy.

There are 11 award categories.

Seven categories are initially contested across six regional areas — Brisbane North, Central Queensland, Brisbane South and Gold Coast, North Queensland, South West Queensland and Wide Bay Sunshine Coast — with winners then competing for a state title. These awards categories are:

Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year
Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year
Vocational Student of the Year
School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
Small Employer of the Year
Employer of the Year.

Another four organisation award categories are presented at the state level only:

Public Training Provider of the Year
Private Training Provider of the Year
Skilling for the Future Award
Premier’s Innovation in Skilling Award.

State winners are eligible to nominate for national honours at the Australian Training Awards. You can visit the Australian Training Awards website for more information.

View the detailed award categories for the 2009 Queensland Training Awards.