The 2024 Queensland Training Awards continue a 63-year tradition of recognising Queenslanders for training achievement and innovation.
The awards showcase and highlight the significant contribution made by Queensland's vocational education and training (VET) sector to the wider Queensland community and economy.
There are 14 award categories in total.
The seven individual award categories and four organisational categories are initially contested across the state's seven regional area - Tropical North Queensland, North Queensland, Central Queensland, Darling Downs South West, North Coast, Metropolitan and South East.
Award Categories
Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year
Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year
Vocational Student of the Year
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year
Equity VET Student of the Year
VET Teacher or Trainer of the Year
Community Training Initiative of the Year
Large Employer of the Year
Medium Employer of the Year
Small Employer of the Year
Regional winners of the above categories are automatically selected as state finalists and go on to compete for the state award on Saturday 9 September 2023.
The following award categories are presented at the state level only:
Small Training Provider of the Year
Large Training Provider of the Year
Premier's Industry Collaboration Award
State winners of the nationally aligned categories have the opportunity to progress to the Australian Training Awards.
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