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New initiative to boost Australia’s inclusive employment workforce

October 23, 2025

genU Training has launched Fundamentals for Inclusive Employment – a landmark national initiative that turns the Disability Royal Commission findings into action and sets a new standard for quality and professionalism across the inclusive employment sector. This initiative will support the more than 200,000 Australians with a disability to find and keep meaningful employment in […]

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genU appoints Dr Chelsea Tobin as new CEO

October 8, 2025

genU has appointed Dr Chelsea Tobin as its new Chief Executive Officer. Dr Tobin has extensive experience in the social and community services sector, having led organisations across the children, youth and families, as well as in the domestic violence sectors, following a long standing and accomplished career in the commercial and corporate fields. Currently […]

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Introducing genU Training AI

April 7, 2025

genU Training and Getmee have launched a world-first AI-powered app designed to transform training and employment outcomes for jobseekers and the employment sector. ​​​This innovative tool, known as the genU Training AI app, offers personalised coaching in a groundbreaking way, aimed at improving soft skills, interview skills, professional communication, and building confidence. genU CEO Clare […]

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Mental Health First Aid Case Study – STATUS

February 20, 2025

The importance of MHFA training is echoed by Bethany Baxter, WA State Manager of Disability Employment at STATUS, an independent specialist provider of recruitment, training and employment services. The STATUS team undertook genU Training’s MHFA course and have since signed on for more microcredentials to boost their inclusivity across the board. “MHFA training is vital […]

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A training solution to stark statistics

February 20, 2025

Almost half of Australians aged 16-85 have experienced a mental health disorder at some point in their lives, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics*. This means a large proportion of your workforce has, or will, experience mental health challenges in their life. It is a statistic that is sobering, hard to ignore, and should […]

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Innovative training package to help providers support NDIS participants to reach their employment goals

February 4, 2025

Government and industry leaders have come together to launch an innovative training course for people working in the disability sector, with the aim of supporting and guiding NDIS participants across Australia to achieve open employment. The NDIS Employment Support Fundamentals microcredential is a significant collaboration between industry and academic leaders, National Disability Services (NDS), Disability […]

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Certificate III in Individual Support

October 23, 2024

Build a career helping others If you’re passionate about helping others and want a career that makes a real difference, Certificate III in Individual Support is a great choice. Around 35,000 additional aged care workers are needed each year with a projected shortfall of 110,000 full-time workers by 2030. Disability support workers are also in […]

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Driving social impact through education

October 22, 2024

We are proud to announce that genU Training is now a certified member of Social Traders, further solidifying our commitment to creating lasting social impact through education and training. As part of the Social Traders network, we are expanding our mission of delivering life-changing training opportunities, while supporting social enterprise. Revenue generated through our training […]

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What are microcredentials?

Microcredentials: A New Era of Learning at genU Training

April 11, 2024

In the ever-evolving education landscape, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. At genU Training, we understand the importance of flexible and tailored learning pathways that cater to our learners’ diverse needs. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the concept of “Microcredentials” – a contemporary approach to professional learning that is changing the game in […]

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Mental Health qualifications help Melissa support Indigenous children

October 5, 2023

Graduating with a Certificate IV in Mental Health has helped Melissa Evans achieve her goals. After overcoming a childhood of adversity, the mum of three has become a highly respected mental health support worker for the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency. “I began my journey with genU Training as a stay-at-home mum, barely a year […]

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