How do we fix Australia's desperate need for skilled workers?

Australia desperately need skilled workers, so, what are the options? Why is vocational education  being treated as the 'back-up plan' for school leavers rather than the first option. Dr. Kellie McGlynn a  Senior Lecturer  at the School of Education  at Deakin University speaks to Phil on why,   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.