2010 National Competition

The National Competition will run over three days from Friday 7th May to Sunday 9th May at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Principal sponsor the Queensland Department of Education and Training
Over 500 competitors will compete in up to 50 trade and skill categories
Competitors from 30 regions will vie for Gold, Silver or Bronze Medals and a national title
If eligible, medalists may advance to the 41st International WorldSkills Competition in London 2011
250 qualified judges from across Australia
Competitors are judged against National and International benchmarks, training packages and employability competencies
Over 80,000 visitors will attend the free public event
100 volunteers will assist in the management of the competition. WorldSkills Australia has a network of over 5,000 volunteers on all levels and strongly relies on the dedication and passion of each and every one
25,000m² of competition space will include a vast collection of displays, from trucks, machinery and cars, to beauty therapy booths, commercial kitchens and computer labs
Included in the space will be the National Careers and Employment Expo, making this event the Biggest Skills and Careers Expo ever!

WorldSkills Australia National Competition, Brisbane 2010 -
Incorporating The National Careers and Employment Expo