The skills-based competitions operate at regional, national and international levels, and are aligned to National Training Packages, Apprenticeships Australia and Jobs Australia schemes. The National Championship is Australia’s biggest vocational education and excellence competition.
Every two years, over 500 Regional Competitions take place across 34 regions in Australia. These events showcase the talents of more than 4,000 apprentices, trainees, and students, who compete to advance to the national stage.
The next Regional Competition is in 2026.
Held over three days, top performers from the Regional Competitions go head-to-head for the title of the country's best in their respective trades and skills.
This major event runs every two years, alternating with the Regional and International competitions.
Every two years, the top talent from the national competitions come together as the Skillaroos to represent Australia and compete against 86 member countries for the title of the world’s most skilled nation.
| 3D Digital Game Art | Cloud Computing | Heavy Vehicle Mechanics | Programming |
| Additive Manufacturing | Construction Steelwork | Industry 4.0 | Refrigeration & Airconditioning |
| Auto Electrical | Cookery | IT Network Systems Administration | Restaurant Services |
| Automotive Mechanics | Cyber Security | Jewellery | Retail Butchery |
| Automotive Refinishing | Electrical Control | Joinery | Sheetmetal Technology |
| Automotive Body Repair | Electrical Installation | Landscape Construction | Signs & Graphics |
| Barbering | Fashion Technology | Mechatronics (PLC Programming) | Stonemasonry |
| Beauty Therapy | Fitting | Motorcycle Mechanics | Turning |
| Bricklaying | Floristry | Painting & Decorating | Visual Merchandising |
| Business Services | Graphic Design Technology | Patisserie | Wall & Floor Tiling |
| Cabinetmaking | Hairdressing | Plastering & Dry Wall Applications | Web Design |
| Carpentry | Healthcare | Plumbing & Heating | Welding |