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Batchelor Institute Shines at the 2024 NT Training Awards
Home Batchelor Institute Shines at the 2024 NT Training Awards
02 September 2024
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Batchelor Institute proudly earned the runner-up position for Large Training Provider of the Year at the 2024 NT Training Awards, reinforcing its status as a leader in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. This recognition highlights Batchelor Institute’s commitment to delivering culturally appropriate and accessible education, tailored to the unique needs of First Nations communities across the Northern Territory.

Acknowledging Excellence in Education

Mike Keating, Director of VET Business Operations at Batchelor Institute, expressed gratitude for the recognition: “Being recognised as runner-up for Large Training Provider of the Year is a significant honour and reflects the commitment of our staff and students. Our focus remains on delivering culturally appropriate and accessible education that meets the needs of our First Nations communities. We're extremely grateful for this recognition and view it as motivation to continue enhancing our educational offerings."

Adding to the Institute’s success, Patrick McKenzie, a lecturer in Screen and Media, was named runner-up for the VET Teacher/Trainer of the Year award. This accolade reflects his dedication to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners through media education, equipping them with skills to express their stories and pursue careers in the industry.

Patrick McKenzie shared his thoughts on the honour: "Being named a runner-up for the VET Teacher/Trainer of the Year is a profound honour that reflects the collective efforts of our entire Batchelor Institute community. As a First Nations educator, I'm proud of the work we do to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners. This recognition fuels our passion to keep pushing boundaries in education, ensuring our communities have access to culturally strong, quality learning experiences."

Patrick McKenzie, Screen and Media Lecturer

A Legacy of Culturally Strong Education

Batchelor Institute’s 'Both-Ways Learning' philosophy, which integrates traditional First Nations knowledge with contemporary Western education, remains central to its educational approach. This unique methodology provides students with a strong foundation for success in their chosen fields, ensuring education is not only accessible but also culturally resonant. With campuses in Batchelor, Alice Springs, and Charles Darwin University, as well as remote learning centres, Batchelor Institute continues to extend its reach and impact across the Northern Territory.

The Institute’s innovative approach includes delivering training in students' home communities and hosting on-campus workshops within culturally safe environments. This strategy effectively reduces educational barriers and creates meaningful employment pathways, particularly for students from remote locations.

Batchelor Institute’s continued recognition is a testament to its dedication to fostering educational opportunities that honour and elevate First Nations cultures. As the Institute looks ahead, it remains focused on delivering quality education that empowers Indigenous Australians to thrive in their communities and beyond.

Michael Keating, Director of VET Business Operations