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ACFE Disability Strategy
The ACFE Board has endorsed a Disability Strategy 2008 - 2010: Participation outcomes for learners with a disability in ACE.
Read the Disability Strategy (PDF 21 kb)
New members on the ACFE Board
The Minister for Skills and Workforce Participation recently appointed two new members to the ACFE Board - Mr Adrian Nye and Ms Mez Woodward. The Minister also reappointed three members for further terms on the Board.
Read biographies of ACFE Board members.
2008/2009 State Equiptment Grant
Applications for the 2008/2009 State Equipment Grant are now open. Funding is available to improve the range and currency of teaching and learning resources available to ACFE Board priority learners studying in ACE settings.
View the guidelines on page 17 of the ACFE Board Objectives and Criteria for Purchasing 2008
Economic benefits of ACE
The ACFE Board has commissioned the Allen Consulting Group to undertake a study on the economic benefits of Adult Community Education (ACE). The study will describe and quantify the economic benefits, both private and public, resulting from ACE in Victoria.
University of Melbourne study
'Setting the Scene: Investigating learning outcomes with a view to the future' pinpoints the role and strengths of adult community education in contributing to national and Victorian government goals.
Read the report.
ACE Longitudinal study
A three year study commissioned by the ACFE Board provides evidence that Adult Community Education leads to a range of positive outcomes for learners. ACE provides a platform for further study creates connections with work and expands involvement in community activities. It also strengthens understanding of Australian culture and values, builds communication, life and employability skills.
Read more about the longitudinal study.
