Turning TAFE into a money-making venture makes it cut-throat and reduces what we are willing to give to students. Because we now have to think about the bottom line, we actually start thinking about what we can take away from the students and considering what corners can be cut.

The TAFE changes mean that our TAFE has brought in more middle managers and then cut sector coordinator and teaching positions.

Our TAFE program has made money yearly, but because it doesn't make "enough" money, it is borderline unviable and possibly on its way out. The government would like us to cut back on face-to-face student contact hours and the amount of time spent in the field. Better yet, cut out the program for Certificate I and II altogether and only provide auspicing for those already working in the industry.

Is the government funding education or only successful educational businesses?