Voices in VET is a podcast created by Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO 90909, to engage, educate and inspire partners, trainers and the wider VET community.
It gives a voice to the people behind the training sharing insights, real stories and practical conversations that matter in the day-to-day world of vocational education and first aid training.
From industry trends and compliance conversations to business growth and partner development, each episode explores the challenges and opportunities shaping the VET space.
This isn’t just about courses. It’s about the people delivering them, the businesses building them, and the standards that support them.
Heart Health, Prevention and Community Response with the Heart Foundation
In Episode 9 of Voices in VET, we sit down with Simon Cowie, General Manager NSW at the Heart Foundation, to talk about heart health, prevention and building stronger community responses to cardiac arrest. With a background spanning paramedicine, public health and health management, Simon brings a broad perspective to the conversation about improving health outcomes across Australian communities. Simon shares more about the work of the Heart Foundation, some of the practical ways ...
24 Aug 2026
Engaging Learners in a Changing World with Marc Ratcliffe
In this episode of Voices in VET, Ferne Allens Training’s General Manager Regulatory Compliance sits down with Marc Ratcliffe, founder and CEO of MRWED Training and Assessment, for a conversation about training, engagement and how the role of the trainer continues to evolve. With more than two decades of experience in workplace and vocational education, Marc has delivered hundreds of Training and Assessment courses and built a career around helping trainers create learning experiences t...
15 Jul 2026
What Makes First Aid Training Memorable? With Chloe Betts
In Episode 7 of Voices in VET, we're joined by Chloe Betts from Central West First Aid Training Specialists, an Allens Training partner, current paramedic and business owner to explore what makes first aid training truly memorable. Drawing on years of frontline experience, Chloe shares how real-world emergency response has shaped the way she delivers training and why building confidence is just as important as teaching practical skills. From realistic scenarios and learner engagement to...
22 Jun 2026
Equipment Matters: Creating Better Training Experiences with AERO Healthcare
In Episode 6 of Voices in VET, we're joined by Alexander from AERO Healthcare to discuss the important role equipment plays in creating engaging, realistic and effective training experiences. While equipment is often viewed as a simple requirement for course delivery, the reality is that the right equipment can significantly influence student engagement, confidence and learning outcomes. From first aid training through to broader vocational education, quality equipment helps bridge the...
9 Jun 2026
Thank a First Responder Day: Supporting Those Who Serve | Danny from Fortem Australia
In this special Thank a First Responder Day episode of Voices in VET, we're joined by Danny from Fortem Australia to discuss the people behind the uniforms and the importance of supporting first responders and their families. Thank a First Responder Day, held annually on 10 June, was created by Fortem Australia to recognise the incredible contribution first responders make to communities across Australia. Throughout this conversation, we explore the realities of frontline serv...
12 May 2026
Teaching Kids to Be Ready: First Aid, Families and Little Heroes with Amy Gomes
Welcome to Episode 4 of Voices in VET. In this episode, Taylah is joined by Amy Gomes, Founder of One Little Heart, Critical Care Paramedic, and co-author of What Little Heroes Do. Written by Critical Care Nurse Sarah Duncanson and Critical Care Paramedic Amy Gomes, and illustrated by Pia Leo, What Little Heroes Do was created through a shared passion for education and empowering children. The book is designed to help start conversations around medical emergencies and teach kids about common ...
13 Apr 2026
What’s Changing in First Aid Training: NIFAT and Industry Insights with Andy Panes
Welcome to Episode 3 of Voices in VET. In this episode, Rob is joined by Andy Panes, Director of the National Institute of First Aid Trainers (NIFAT), long-time first aid trainer, and a well-known figure in the industry. NIFAT plays a key role in supporting and representing first aid trainers across Australia, with a strong focus on professional development, industry standards and advocacy. Together, they unpack the current state of the first aid training sector, including h...
23 Mar 2026
The Annual CEO Declaration: What We’re Signing Off On (and Why It Matters)
Welcome to Episode 2 of Voices in VET. In this episode, Rob shares a practical look at the Annual Declaration on Compliance (ADC), and how Allens Training has approached completing it under the new Standards. Rather than going line by line, this episode focuses on how we’ve answered the declaration in practice. From continuous improvement and compliance systems, to third-party oversight and student support, Rob talks through the thinking behind our responses and what sits behind each declarat...
18 Mar 2026
From Family Business to Today: The Allens Story
Welcome to the first episode of Voices in VET. In this episode, we sit down with Rob Allen, CEO of Allens Training, to unpack how the business started and what’s shaped it into what it is today. Rob takes us back to the very beginning, how Jim and Helen built Allens from the ground up, what the training industry looked like at the time, and the early decisions that set the direction for the business. We also explore the key moments that shaped its growth, what’s remained con...
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