Berwyn Clayton was recognised for more than 30 years of service to the VET sector, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2014 Australian Training Awards.
Widely regarded as a pioneer in promoting the value of research in the vocational education and training sector, the influence of Berwyn Clayton’s work is significant and ongoing. Since joining the sector as a teacher 31 years ago, Berwyn has also worked as a curriculum development manager, a professional developer, an evaluator and a practitioner-researcher. She is committed to, and an advocate of, the development and provision of improvements to professional practice.