Apprenticeships
Holmesglen's industry recognised apprenticeship and training programs combine on-the-job work experience with practical education, training and development. They can provide you with a successful career pathway and are managed by experienced and respected teaching staff.
The need for suitably qualified and skilled apprentices within the Australian workplace remains high, with demand often exceeding supply. When you complete an apprenticeship, you have the opportunity to continue employment within your workplace, go on to further study, or even start your own business.
Holmesglen's pre-apprenticeship programs offer students the basic skills required to apply for and enter a formal apprenticeship course. They allow you to experience the industry before taking on the commitment of an apprenticeship, and are considered an advantage with employers when applying for an apprenticeship.
Pre-apprenticeships are taught on campus and are conducted within a simulated workplace environment. Depending on the chosen industry, these courses usually take between 16-20 weeks to complete and are based on the unit within the apprenticeship programs.
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To enrol for interviews or testing to commence a pre-apprenticeship you will need to contact the relevant department at Holmesglen to obtain an enrolment form. Once received, this must be completed and returned via email, fax or post as soon as possible to ensure cut off dates are met.
If successful in being offered a position, you will be given a course booklet detailing your requirements as an apprentice and dates of attendance. You will be asked to complete a detailed enrolment form and pay any applicable fees within a set timeframe. Fees must be paid within the nominated timeframe to secure your position.
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A training contract must be completed by the employer and you within the first two weeks of employment. An Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) representative will visit your workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and you. Contact the AAC on 13 38 73 or australianapprenticeships.gov.au for more information.
On signing you will be asked to nominate the registered training organisation (RTO), such as Holmesglen, which will automatically be notified of your intention to start training. You will then be placed on the notification list at the RTO to be contacted when the next apprenticeship group is starting.