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Australian Apprenticeship Program Options
May 16, in Hints & TipsAustralian apprenticeship schemes are undertaken on the basis of a formal training agreement between an employer and the apprentice. This contract protects the interests of both the employer and the apprentice. It also provides the obligation of the employer to provide training, specifies the qualification to be achieved by the Australian Apprentice, and explains their obligations to the employer.
What’s involved in a Marketing Traineeship?
May 14, in Hints & TipsMarketing plays a central role in virtually every sector, from government and health to retail and commercial. This gives you great flexibility since you can work in practically any company or industry. A marketing trainee helps devise and implement marketing campaigns and a marketing traineeship therefore enables you to familiarise yourself with all the marketing functions of a corporation.
What are the National Employment Standards?
May 9, in Employer HelpThe National Employment Standards also referred to as NES are the minimum standards that apply to employment of employees. Here we look at what is covered by the NES and what you as an employer should know in order to meet these standards.
Government Incentives for Employers of Apprentices
May 7, in Employer HelpThe Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program provides different incentives aimed at assisting employers that take on Australian Apprentices especially in certain trade that are experiencing a skills shortage.
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Metal Fabricator Job Outline
May 2, in Hints & TipsA metal fabricator is involved in interpreting engineering drawings and then accurately cutting steel plates into the required shapes. These steel plates must then be welded into the structure according to the drawings. Metal fabricators must therefore learn how to read engineering drawings in addition to using geometric development methods and metal forming techniques.
Hiring an Apprentice Checklist
Apr 30, in Employer HelpHiring an apprentice can be a complicated process, especially if you are doing it for the first time and on your own. To help you out we’ve created a simple employer checklist for you to follow when hiring an apprentice.
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Making Changes to Training Contracts
Apr 25, in Hints & TipsA training contract is a formal agreement between an employer and the apprentice that seeks to protect the interests of both parties. Training contracts can be transferred, cancelled, suspended or varied by mutual agreement between employers and the trainees/apprentices. A written agreement of the proposed employer is also needed in the case of a transfer.
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What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?
Apr 23, in Hints & TipsRecognition of prior learning or RPL is a process through which one is given credit for knowledge, skills and experience gained through learning and working. These may be gained at any stage of your life through formal as well as informal learning in Australia, overseas or through work and other activities such as volunteering.
Looking for an Apprentice? Tips & Advice
Apr 18, in Employer HelpIf you are looking for an apprentice, then you should know that whatever industry you are involved in, it is worth hiring an Australian Apprentice as they can provide your business with real benefits in addition to contributing to your bottom line.
Employer Incentives for Traineeships
Apr 16, in Employer HelpThe Australian government provides employer incentives for traineeships to encourage employers to take up trainees. For this to happen, the employer has got to satisfy the eligibility criteria that is set out in the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program Guidelines.
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