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👷VET Pathways & WPL

VET Pathways & Workplace Learning

As we make our way to the end of term it is always a very emotional to know that it may be the last time that I see some of the Year 12 students. I have built a very special bond with them and have seen their successes and failures and have enjoyed watching them grow as individuals. I truly feel blessed to have witnessed your son grow and be a part of their journey.

 

Year 12 Students

Last week, we heard from MTAWA and SkillHire about employment opportunities for 2025. For more details, please visit their websites. This a reminder that Year 12 students must attend WPL unless they have secured an apprenticeship for 2025, have full-time employment or have two or fewer exams. This is a valuable opportunity to explore potential careers, so make the most of it. Year 12 WPL runs from Monday, 7 October, to Thursday, 17 October, with all students required to attend school on Friday for the Farewell Assembly.

 

Year 11 Students

Year 11 students should have already applied for one-year VET courses at TAFE, with offers being sent out in Term 4. Remember, the boys will need to arrange their WPL placements for Weeks 6 and 7, running from Monday, 11 November, to Friday, 22 November.

 

Year 10 Students

TAFE offers for students who have applied will be sent out next term. The CTF will be in touch over the coming weeks regarding interviews or offers.

Year 10 I&E students are about to begin their work experience for Term 3, and I look forward to visiting them during their placements. The final WPL will take place from Monday, 25 November, to Friday, 29 November. Forms will be distributed when students return.

 

EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS FOR 2025

A few of the boys are progressing through the next stages of their apprenticeship with some big companies.

 

In the coming months, many organisations will be posting apprenticeship opportunities for 2025. We encourage students to apply via SEEK and Indeed. The boys are always welcome to practice their interview questions at any time, even after they’ve applied.

TAFE COURSE FOR 2025

Enrolments are now open for North & South TAFE! Visit their website to explore available courses and learn about the application process. Keep in mind that the process may take some time. Your son will need a resume and a USI (Unique Student Identifier), which can be created at usi.gov.au.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS FOR 2025

Over the next few months, many companies will be releasing apprenticeship opportunities for 2025. Sign up to SEEK/Indeed and the below support websites to register your interest. Here are just a few;

  1. Downer - Apprentice Civil and Bridges Crew Member 
  2. Penske – Apprentice Diesel Technician 
  3. BTP - Boilermaker Fitter Machinist Auto Electrical Heavy Duty Diesel 
  4. CJD - Heavy Duty Mechanics
  5. Windscreen O’Brien – Heavy Vehicle Windscreen Fitter
  6. NETTS WA/Programmed – Mechanical, instrumentation, Process Plant 
  7. Tronox/Programmed – Mechanical Fitter & Machinist
  8. Perth Racing – Sports Turf Apprentice 
  9. Nexus Home Improvements – Carpenter
  10. JTMEC Electrical Apprenticeship
  11. Schindler Lifts – Electrical Apprenticeships
  12. MLG Oz – Auto electrical Heavy Duty Boilermaker
  13. SCEE Electrical – Electrical Apprenticeship 
  14. John Hughes Group – Automotive 
  15. Epiroc - Automotive Electrical Technology Mobile Plant
  16. PTA - Rollingstock Technician Apprentice
  17. Cummins – Mechanical Electrical 
  18. Grosvenor – Electrical 
  19. Defence Industry Pathway Traineeship 
  20. MacMahon – Heavy Duty Auto Electrician Boilermakers Electrician
  21. Western Power – Electrical Apprenticeship 
  22. ABN Group – Multiple construction trades
  23. Nutrien – Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
  24. Casual Soccer Coach – Joondalup/Rockingham – Weekend work 

FULLY FUNDED TAFE COURSE FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS (VETDSS)

South and North Metro TAFE have released the 2024 program for Years 10 & 11. Please see the attached link. Applications are open, they close end of this month.

CONSTRUCTION TRAINING FUND

The Construction Careers Scholarship Program is an innovative way to get a head start and work towards a building and construction apprenticeship. Suitable for Year 11 and 12 students, our program is highly regarded by employers and may provide credits or reduce time spent as an apprentice.

 

If your son is interested in carpentry, plumbing, civil construction, or finishing trades. Please apply for the Scholarship Program – apply here.

KEY DATES

Year 12 WPL – Term Four – Week 1 & 2 – Monday, 7 – Thursday, 17 October

Year 11 WPL – Term Four – Week 6 & 7 – Monday, 11 – Friday, 22 November

Year 10 I&E – Work Experience – Term Four – Monday, 25 November – Friday, 29 November

SUPPORT FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

 

Lauren Johnson

VET and WPL Coordinator