1. SKILLS FOR LIFE
APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPS

2. LOTS OF OPTIONS FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER
You have options
University
TAFE
A job
An apprenticeship or traineeship; earn while you learn

3. WHAT ARE APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPS
WHAT ARE APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPS? Jobs that combine work and structured training
Apprenticeships
Traineeships
Building and Construction
Automotive Industry
Electrical
Engineering
Manufacturing
Cooking
Plumbing
Business / Finance Services
Retail
Hospitality
Community Aged Care
Property Services
Information Technology

4. BENEFITS OF APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPS
Satisfies the requirements of school leaving age
Leads to a nationally recognised qualification – you are skilled to work anywhere in Australia
Earn while you learn

5. HOW IT WORKS WITH HVTC Host Employer Registered Training Organisation
Department of Education and Training
State Training
School (if applicable)
Australian apprentice or trainee’s parent/s (if under 18)
Australian apprentice or trainee

6. …OR A SCHOOL-BASED TRAINEESHIP
Get paid, get qualified and complete your HSC
Do a traineeship as part of your HSC – Year 11 and 12
Work a minimum of 8 hours per week
Work extra hours during the school holidays, weekends or after school

7. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? Apprenticeships Traineeships Four year term
First three years – one day per week or block at the training organisation
More than 100 vocations
School-based options
One year term but can be up to three
On the job or off the job training
More than 800 vocations
School-based options

8. WHY HVTC Australia’s oldest Group Training Organisation (GTO)
Not an employment agency or training school
We employ you direct and organise your formal training (TAFE or other provider) and place you with a host employer… less hassle for you
Safety net for you if your host employer runs out of work or closes
We are the best with 85% apprentice completion rates - industry average is 50%
Ongoing mentoring and support
We inspect host employers and ensure safety

9. WHAT DO WE LOOK FOR IN A FUTURE EMPLOYEE?
Dedication
Good attitude and work ethic
Ability to be a team member
A history of good behaviour – work experience or school reports
Commitment and an understanding of the importance of safety

10. HOW DO I APPLY?
You can register and apply with us online. All positions are advertised on our website hvtc.com.au