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Initial training

(also called: Entry-level training) Pre-employment training for an occupation, generally divided into two parts: basic training followed by specialisations.

(see also Initial education, initial vocational education and training)

Source:
NCVER (Australia), VOCEDplus: Glossary of VET, (accessed 05/2026)
NCVER (Australia), VOCEDplus: Glossary of VET, (accessed 05/2026)
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This glossary is a compilation of Australian vocational education and training (VET) terms and acronyms. It includes both current and historical terms, concepts, acronyms and other abbreviations found in Australian VET research, policy and data.

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