Why Education is Worth the Investment

Marcus Sellen

November 5, 2025

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5 min read

Why Education is Worth the Investment

Investing in your education in Australia can lead to a number of benefits, such as:

1. Improved career prospects

Higher education can lead to better job opportunities, higher salaries, and more job security. A 2023 survey found that for Australian university graduates, employment rates are at their highest since 2016, with median salaries of AU$71,000 for undergraduates and AU$96,600 for postgraduate coursework graduates (Department of Education – Graduate Outcomes Survey).
Moreover, Australian labour-force data show that people with non-school qualifications are far more likely to be employed than those without (Australian Bureau of Statistics – Education and Work).

At Hader Institute of Education, our online courses in Mental Health, Alcohol & Other Drugs, Youth Work and Community Services are designed to open pathways into professions where demand is increasing. See our Online Courses for more details.

2. Personal growth and development

Pursuing education helps you learn new skills, gain knowledge and experience, and enhance your personal and intellectual growth.
Research shows that higher educational attainment is associated with higher total incomes, more diverse income sources and reduced reliance on the aged pension (Department of Education – Benefits of Educational Attainment).

Whether you’re embarking on a first qualification or enhancing your credentials later in life, investing in education is more than just a job-ticket — it’s an investment in your lifelong capability and adaptability.

3. Network building

Attending college, university or structured education provides opportunities to meet new people and make valuable connections with professors, peers, and industry professionals.
Students enrolled in vocational and higher education programs at Hader Institute of Education gain access to industry-linked placements, online forums and alumni networks — all supporting future career transitions.

4. International exposure

Australia is home to a diverse and multicultural society. By studying here (even online while based abroad), you can gain exposure to new cultures, perspectives and ways of thinking.
This international dimension enhances not just your technical or vocational skills, but your intercultural competence, global mindset and adaptability, qualities increasingly prized by employers in a connected world.

5. Immigration opportunities

Australia offers a range of visa options for international students who wish to stay, work and contribute after graduation.
By engaging with recognised education providers like Hader Institute of Education, you position yourself to meet pathways that align both with your professional aspirations and your migration goals.

Why now is a particularly smart time to invest

Future job growth: According to Jobs and Skills Australia, over the next decade more than 90% of new jobs will require post-secondary qualifications — roughly half requiring a bachelor-level or higher qualification, and around 44% via vocational pathways.
National productivity: Universities Australia notes that higher education contributes both private and public benefits — boosting earnings, skills and national productivity.
Employment advantage: The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that in 2024, 79% of people with a non-school qualification were employed, compared to 58% without.

In other words, investing in education now helps you anticipate labour-market change, adapt in a dynamic economy, and position yourself for long-term success.

What kinds of education investment should you consider?

At Hader Institute of Education we specialise in online delivery of vocational and professional courses in areas like Community Services, Youth Work, Mental Health and Alcohol & Other Drugs.

Here’s why this matters:

These fields are growth sectors in Australia’s economy. For example, employment growth is expected to be strongest in Health Care & Social Assistance and Education & Training (Jobs and Skills Australia Employment Projections).
Online learning provides flexibility — enabling you to study while working or managing life commitments.
Our courses are industry-relevant, meaning you’re earning credentials aligned with employer needs.

If you’re exploring pathways:

Check out our Certificate IV in Community Services Online
Or our Diploma of Youth Work Online

A word on return on investment (ROI)

Education is more than an upfront cost, it’s an investment with returns that compound over time.
For instance:

Higher educational attainment correlates with higher lifetime income (Department of Education – Benefits of Educational Attainment).
The graduate premium — the extra earnings graduates gain over non-graduates — has been shown to increase over time (Times Higher Education).
As industries evolve, the value of adaptability and formal qualifications increases.

At Hader Institute of Education, we focus on reducing barriers (through online study, learner support, and recognition of prior learning) so you can maximise your ROI.
Learn more on our Learner Support and FAQs pages.

Final thoughts

Whether you’re just beginning your study journey, considering a career pivot, or investing in professional development, education remains one of the highest-value investments you can make.
With the right provider — like Hader Institute of Education, which is committed to flexible, supportive, industry-aligned online learning — you’re not just earning a credential, you’re building your future.