Marika, et al (2004) found there is a need to incorporate Indigenous perspectives into all training, through the environment, resources and course content; this includes fully embracing Indigenous knowledge in the recognition of prior learning (Kenyon, Saunders & Gibb 1996), while recognising the diversity of Indigenous people and different community contexts (Gelade & Stehlik 2004). Recognition provides a space in which Indigenous people feel comfortable with learning (Marika et al 2004).

Recent research by Dockery (2009) examines the effect of cultural attachment on Indigenous participation in education and training. The findings show that in non-remote areas cultural attachment is complementary to successful participation in education and training and employment. However, in remote and very remote locations, despite strong cultural attachment, access to education and training is still limited and therefore disadvantages these Indigenous Australians.