Overview

The purpose of this training product development (TPD) activity is to update the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) training package with new and urgent training products related to specialist Artificial Intelligence (AI). It is anticipated that the new training product will respond to rapid growth in AI adoption, significant skills shortages, and the need for industry-aligned training pathways that enable both employers and workers to access and apply specialist AI skills in a fast-changing sector.

Outputs will include:

• Specialist generative AI training products.
• The project may also potentially develop or refine units of competency (UoC) in other specialist AI areas identified as essential or urgent.

Note: This activity will respond to the most urgent specialist AI needs. Generalist AI training products are included within the Uplift Digital Capability project.

For any questions related to the project, contact AI@futureskillsorganisation.com.au

Generalist artificial intelligence unit of competencies are included within the Uplift Digital Capability project.

Background Information

There is a need for nationally available specialist AI training to meet the needs of employers, learners and industry more broadly, in order to improve understanding and adoption of AI.

The FSO Workforce Plan 2024 and ICT Needs and Gaps Analysis identified an urgent and critical need for nationally available AI training to meet demand. Currently there is a small number of national VET products delivering AI skills, however, these products are not delivering the specialist skills required by industry.

The FSO’s report “Building an AI-enabled workforce: Impacts for Finance, Technology and Business Education and Training” shows that while a significant percentage of businesses use AI tools, many workers lack knowledge and would like additional training. The report highlights that AI adoption would drive significant productivity benefits for the Australian economy.