New data shows that almost 24% of Victorian senior high school students in Years 10, 11, and 12 left school early last year, up from 21.8% in 2021, with workforce shortages, COVID-19, and the cost of living crisis cited as contributing factors. However, a new reformed VCE program that places a greater emphasis on vocational learning is hoped to change this trend. The program, which replaces the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning, is available for students who prefer hands-on learning. The data has raised concerns about the future earning potential of students who do not complete Year 12.

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