Role of Industry in Apprenticeship Training Successful Models in Australia 3 May 2018

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An introduction to Australia’s Apprenticeship system

Australia’s labour market is very formalised Strong industrial protection system with minimum wages and conditions for majority of employees Small informal ‘gig’ work that falls outside of the regulated job market Strong engagement of women in jobs for trade jobs in Australia Must complete an apprenticeship to be classed as a tradesperson Some tradespersons need to complete separate registration and additional test to operate Australia’s labour market is very formalised

Australia has several models of Apprenticeship 3 or 4 years Entry-level training Apprenticeship – trade areas 12 to 18 months Traineeship – service areas Post certificate technician training Entry level professional level training Higher Level Apprenticeship – technician and professional

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Australian Snapshot – Apprenticeship Commencement

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Parties to an Apprenticeship Employer Must supervise Must offer range of training experience Apprentice Off-the-job training On-the-job training Training Organisation Support apprentices

Assurance of Apprenticeships Training Plan Qualification Contract of Training

Assurance of Apprenticeships Training Plan Qualification Contract of Training Formal Agreement between the employer and apprentice, managed by Government Defined by Industry through national industry bodies Developed by the provider Sets out the training the provider will deliver. Establishes the experience the employer must provide for the apprentice. Reviewed regularly

Benefits of an Apprenticeship A two way benefit Apprentices develop and enhance skills in work-setting Apprentices bring latest technology and approaches from training Employers have access to semi-skilled workers earlier Employers pass on the skills of the ‘craft’ Many people prefer to learn in a practical way

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