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Skilling for the future, equipping you for life.

As the ACT’s public provider of vocational education and training, we are the cornerstone of the local skills and training system and deeply embedded in our community. Since our creation in 1928, we have been key to delivering government priorities for vocational education and training (VET) and have significantly contributed to the economic and cultural development of the ACT.

Our new strategy comes at a time of significant economic and cultural change, building on our past achievements and signalling a significant transformation in how we fulfill our charter as the cornerstone of the ACT skills and training system.

Our place

Located on Ngunnawal Country, we have a vast physical footprint across the ACT with five campuses that support accessibility, allow for precinct specialisation and efficient delivery. Our presence in the nation’s capital offers us distinctive opportunities. Canberra, one of the world’s most liveable cities, boasts a resilient economy supported by a diverse job market. It serves as an innovation hub, a breeding ground for ideas. Through a culture of lifelong learning, we draw in top talent, making us Australia’s most inclusive city, characterised by progressiveness and diversity.

Our vision

We are renowned for our inclusive and dynamic approach to teaching and learning that meets the needs of students, industry and the community.

Our values

Our values are foundational to our strategy, guiding every decision and action we take. They steer us towards our purpose and create a culture of trust, collaboration and accountability.

Student-Centric

The student experience is our top priority – it’s embedded in the fabric of our governance and decision-making processes.

Belonging

Through respect, equity and inclusion, CIT is a place where everyone belongs.

Connection

We create an environment where everyone feels a sense of place, where we are connected to our community and to country.

Excellence

We redefine excellence through collaboration and innovation.

Integrity

We uphold strong moral principles with structures and processes built on the foundation of transparency and accountability.

Wellbeing

We foster a culture that enables our people and our students to be their best selves.

Our strategic objectives

Our training meets the skills needs of today, tomorrow and beyond

Responsive to skills needs through the scaling, adaptation and expansion of our course profile.

Our teaching and learning is leading edge and enhances student outcomes

Designing and implementing inclusive teaching and learning environments and innovative in our teaching practice.

Our people are equipped to achieve our strategy

Creating an environment where our people thrive, are motivated, and embrace leading roles in achieving our ambitions.

Our foundations support the delivery of our strategy and enable future growth

Building places, spaces, systems and processes that are underpinned by, and enable our values and strategy delivery.

Our commitment to Community

Since 1928, CIT has remained steadfast in its commitment to meeting the needs of communities across our region, facilitating quality skill development and access to career opportunities. We serve as an open door to lifelong learning, providing careers advice and resources to empower the community to leverage the benefits of quality vocational education. Equity of opportunity is our priority, as we support communities and focus on developing foundational skills, ensuring inclusivity for individuals facing disadvantage. Our proactive approach to learner engagement and success aims to foster community cohesion and well-being.