This summary brings together the findings from two research projects: "Choosing VET: Investigating the VET Aspirations of School Students" and "In Their Words: Student Choice in Training Markets--Victorian Examples." The research investigated school students' post-school aspirations for vocational education and training (VET), the drivers influencing their thinking and behaviour, and awareness of vocational training options and career pathways, as well as how post-school choices are made in a competitive training market. Importantly, both studies directly capture the voice of students. Wider discussions also took place in school and VET communities--with parents, teachers and trainers. [For the related research projects, see "Choosing VET: Investigating the VET Aspirations of School Students. NCVER Research Report" (ED577593) and "In Their Words: Student Choice in Training Markets--Victorian Examples. NCVER Research Report" (ED577594).]