AI Foundations for the VET Practitioner

This foundational session introduces the core concepts of generative AI, moving beyond the headlines to establish a practical understanding of how these tools work and where they fit within the Australian VET sector (without the G’Day at the start of every paragraph, and no bouncing kangaroos in the imagery we produce). 

Key topics covered: 

• The AI Landscape Now: An update on the evolution from ChatGPT to a mature ecosystem of large language models (LLMs) like Claude, Gemini, and agents 

• The Art of the Prompt: Learn the fundamentals of how LLMs work (tokens, neural networks) and how to write effective prompts to get the results you need 

• Strengths and Hallucinations: A realistic look at the incredible strengths and critical weaknesses of generative AI, including issues of bias, accuracy, and misinformation 

• Use Cases in VET: An overview of how AI is already being used to transform education, business, and creative domains, with a focus on opportunities for RTOs 

Presenter Information

Your expert guide, Kerri Buttery, stands at the critical intersection of VET compliance and artificial intelligence. As the CEO of the Digital Literacy Licence and VETNexus, she is at the forefront of helping Australian RTOs navigate the AI revolution responsibly and effectively. With a rich background that includes co-founding VET Gurus and senior leadership at Velg Training, Kerri specialises in translating cutting-edge technology into practical, compliant strategies, ensuring you can leverage AI with confidence and integrity.