Digital skills matter in every industry, from health and construction to finance, logistics and the creative sector. Yet around 150,000 Australian businesses face digital skills gaps (ACS/Deloitte Digital Pulse 2025), and many people still believe digital careers are only for coders or university graduates.
The reality is that there’s more than one way into a digital career. VET qualifications, traineeships, microcredentials, bootcamps and industry certifications are opening doors for school leavers, career changers and people returning to work. Leading employers are taking notice: Microsoft, Commonwealth Bank, Accenture, IBM, Salesforce and NSW Health are among those committed to hiring 20% of entry-level digital workers from alternative pathways by 2030.
As part of Jobs and Skills Month and the national #LetsGetDigital campaign, this online session explores how employers, government, education and industry can work together to open more pathways into digital work.
In this session, you will:
- explore digital careers and emerging opportunities across industries
- understand alternative pathways such as VET, traineeships and microcredentials, and what candidates from these pathways bring to a team
- learn about the Digital Compact and the 20% Alternative Pathways Pledge
- discover how employers can create entry-level opportunities, and how organisations can take part through WorkinTechnology.
About WorkinTechnology
WorkinTechnology is the digital and technology jobs and skills platform within the Workinitiatives network. It connects employers with job-ready talent from every pathway, and helps training providers and partners connect learners with real opportunities.
Who is this for?
- Employers and industry groups hiring for digital and technology roles
- Training providers, TAFEs, RTOs and universities
- Government agencies and employment service providers
- Career advisers and community organisations
- Career changers, people returning to work, and anyone exploring a digital career
The session is hosted by Chris Carman, Co-Founder of Workinitiatives. A recording will be shared with everyone who registers.
Explore more: take the 3-minute digital careers quiz and download the free Digital Careers Guide at the #LetsGetDigital campaign site: https://www.futureskillsorganisation.com.au/letsgetdigital/?utm_source=workinitiatives&utm_medium=webinar&utm_campaign=DKX
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