1. Introducing Australian Apprenticeships within the Spatial Information Industry ….important opportunities for Employers

2. Acknowledgements This product was developed by Performance Growth Pty Ltd for the Construction & Property Services Industry Skills Council (CPSISC) with funding supplied by the Department of Education, Employment & Workplace Relations (DEEWR) © Construction and Property Services Industry Skills Council (CPSISC) 2008 This work is copyright. It may be reproduced in whole or in part for study or training purposes, subject to the inclusion of an acknowledgement of the source. Apart from any use permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, it is not to be used for commercial use or sale. The views expressed in these materials are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Australian Government Department of Education, Employment & Workplace Relations or the CPSISC.

3. New Opportunities The Spatial Information industry is growing, dynamic and experiencing skill shortages The Spatial Information industry is growing, dynamic and experiencing skill shortages Employers who are seeking to develop skills and secure a workforce for the future now have the opportunity to employ apprentices…specially trained in the skills and knowledge required by the Spatial Information industry Employers who are seeking to develop skills and secure a workforce for the future now have the opportunity to employ apprentices…specially trained in the skills and knowledge required by the Spatial Information industry These apprenticeships are made possible by the introduction of a suite of qualifications in Spatial Information within the newly endorsed CPP07 Property Services Training Package These apprenticeships are made possible by the introduction of a suite of qualifications in Spatial Information within the newly endorsed CPP07 Property Services Training Package

4. But aren’t apprenticeships designed for the trades………carpenters and sparkies? There is a national recognition of the need to overcome the wide spread skill shortages being experienced across the country. To help the nation build its skills the Australian Apprenticeship system is now extended well beyond the ‘traditional trades’.

5. Did you know? Apprenticeships in some industries are also called ‘traineeships’ Apprenticeships in some industries are also called ‘traineeships’ Employers can receive a range of incentives paid by the Australian Government for employing an apprentice (the amount varies depending on the level and type of qualification but is a significant contribution to the employer) Employers can receive a range of incentives paid by the Australian Government for employing an apprentice (the amount varies depending on the level and type of qualification but is a significant contribution to the employer) Although condition vary across the nation there also may be contributions to assist with other costs, for example, exemptions for the cost of Workcover and perhaps ‘completion bonuses’ Although condition vary across the nation there also may be contributions to assist with other costs, for example, exemptions for the cost of Workcover and perhaps ‘completion bonuses’ Apprenticeships can be offered to full time and part time employees – and part time ‘school based apprenticeships’ also receive incentives Apprenticeships can be offered to full time and part time employees – and part time ‘school based apprenticeships’ also receive incentives Once, apprenticeships were usually a ‘Certificate III’ level qualification but in complex industries, such as Spatial Information, there are also apprenticeships at the Certificate IV and Diploma level. Once, apprenticeships were usually a ‘Certificate III’ level qualification but in complex industries, such as Spatial Information, there are also apprenticeships at the Certificate IV and Diploma level.

6. So what is an Australian Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a training contract between an employer and an employee in which the employer provides training and the apprentice learns an occupation or trade An apprenticeship is a training contract between an employer and an employee in which the employer provides training and the apprentice learns an occupation or trade The third party in an apprenticeship is the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) who may be a TAFE or private RTO. The RTO manages the training and assessment process and finally awards the national qualification that is at the heart of the apprenticeship The third party in an apprenticeship is the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) who may be a TAFE or private RTO. The RTO manages the training and assessment process and finally awards the national qualification that is at the heart of the apprenticeship The training to support an apprenticeship can be provided both on- the-job and off-the-job (and a blend of the two) and it is important that the employer provides useful opportunities for the apprentice to build his or her skills in a safe environment The training to support an apprenticeship can be provided both on- the-job and off-the-job (and a blend of the two) and it is important that the employer provides useful opportunities for the apprentice to build his or her skills in a safe environment In return the employer has the opportunity to ‘grow’ his or her own staff and pass on practical industry skills and knowledge In return the employer has the opportunity to ‘grow’ his or her own staff and pass on practical industry skills and knowledge

7. Is the process just too hard and not worth the effort? Some people are concerned that a ‘government scheme’ will be simply too bureaucratic and complex to negotiate Some people are concerned that a ‘government scheme’ will be simply too bureaucratic and complex to negotiate But, while there are procedures to be followed and forms to fill in, there are also people to help you and the end result is worth the effort But, while there are procedures to be followed and forms to fill in, there are also people to help you and the end result is worth the effort A good place to start is with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC). You can contact an AAC by: A good place to start is with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC). You can contact an AAC by: –Phoning: 13 38 73 –Accessing: www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au The AAC will provide you with information about the conditions and terms of Australian Apprenticeships in your State or Territory and for your industry. Help is also available for eligible full fee-paying students. Access the Commonwealth’s ‘VET FEE HELP’ website: Help is also available for eligible full fee-paying students. Access the Commonwealth’s ‘VET FEE HELP’ website: www.dest.gov.au/sectors/training_skills/programmes_funding/programme_categories/key_skills_priorities/vet_f ee_help/

8. Can I choose my apprentice and RTO? Employers must select an apprentice in much the same way as any employee – you will be seeking someone interested in your industry and who is a good fit with your business Employers must select an apprentice in much the same way as any employee – you will be seeking someone interested in your industry and who is a good fit with your business In addition to newspaper advertising, and other strategies you may use, you can also: In addition to newspaper advertising, and other strategies you may use, you can also: –advertise at a JobNetwork member – call the New Apprenticeships Hotline on 13 38 73 –advertise on the national jobs database – call 131 71 –approach a Group Training Company - call 1800 819 747 –or approach the Construction & Property Services ISC, your local ITAB or industry association for advice RTOs work in a competitive marketplace and you can choose any RTO (that supports the qualification you are interested in using for the apprenticeship) that meets your needs and offers the most appropriate mode of training that suits you and your apprentice RTOs work in a competitive marketplace and you can choose any RTO (that supports the qualification you are interested in using for the apprenticeship) that meets your needs and offers the most appropriate mode of training that suits you and your apprentice

9. What qualifications for apprenticeships are available to the Spatial Information industry? There is a wide range of qualifications from Certificate III to Diploma There is a wide range of qualifications from Certificate III to Diploma Remember, that traditional trade qualifications are a Certificate III Remember, that traditional trade qualifications are a Certificate III The high level Certificate IV and Diploma qualifications reflect the level of sophisticated skills required by the industry The high level Certificate IV and Diploma qualifications reflect the level of sophisticated skills required by the industry The level of qualification influences the time taken to complete it – but shorter durations can also be negotiated The level of qualification influences the time taken to complete it – but shorter durations can also be negotiated You will need to check the duration of the apprenticeships with an AAC but as a guide you will find they will range from 18 months for a Full Time Certificate III to between 36 and 48 months for a Full Time Diploma. You will need to check the duration of the apprenticeships with an AAC but as a guide you will find they will range from 18 months for a Full Time Certificate III to between 36 and 48 months for a Full Time Diploma.

10. I’ve decided to go ahead…. What do I do next? Steps to employing an apprentice or trainee…

11. Step 1 Employ your apprentice Step 2 Contact your preferred AAC Select the apprenticeship of choice Complete the Training Contract Step 3 Choose your RTO Enrol your apprentice Complete a Training Plan (within 3 months of work starting) Step 4 After 3 months, claim you incentives Discuss this with your AAC Step 5 Provide training to your apprentice Follow the Training Plan – and provide good supervision and support Step 6 The finish! Your apprentice receives a national qualification

12. More about the Qualifications …apprenticeships are available at different levels for different roles. Here are some ‘model’ qualifications that may suit your needs. But, remember to discuss the fine detail with your RTO. Choice is available.

13. Qualifications and Audiences The Training Package provides qualifications to support: Entry level and support roles within the surveying profession such as Surveyor’s Assistant and Survey Technician Entry level and support roles within the surveying profession such as Surveyor’s Assistant and Survey Technician Entry level, technical and para-professional roles within the broader spatial industry including GIS technical officers and technical assistants Entry level, technical and para-professional roles within the broader spatial industry including GIS technical officers and technical assistants

14. More Information?

15. For more information about the Spatial Information qualifications… CPSISC for implementation information and purchase of the CPP07 Training Package CPSISC for implementation information and purchase of the CPP07 Training Package www.cpsisc.com.au or email info@cpsisc.com.au info@cpsisc.com.au NTIS for access to Training Package information NTIS for access to Training Package informationwww.ntis.gov.au

16. For more information: contacts for spatial information industry associations The Spatial Information Industry (SII) association The Spatial Information Industry (SII) associationwww.spatialsciences.org.au Australian Spatial Information Business Association (ASIBA) Australian Spatial Information Business Association (ASIBA)www.asiba.com.au ANZLIC the Spatial Information Council ANZLIC the Spatial Information Council www.anzlic.org.au Note. This list to be extended