Educational Pathways Program
Educational Pathways Program
MSF30322 Certificate III Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Kitchens & Bathrooms)
Boost your business productivity while nurturing the next generation of skilled workers – with all training costs covered by the NSW Government! The School Based Apprenticeships & Traineeships (SBAT) program offers you this unique opportunity.
By employing an apprentice through the SBAT program, you gain a motivated team member who combines paid part-time work with formal study towards a nationally recognised qualification, all while in school.
Once they graduate, they transition seamlessly into a full-time second-year apprenticeship, already familiar with your business operations.
This isn’t just about giving back to the community – it’s about securing the skilled talent your business needs to thrive. Invest in your future today!
How it works
Students in years 10 and 11 commence a part-time apprenticeship with a specified number of days of paid employment. (minimum requirement 100 days).
Students are required to complete a minimum requirement of 100 Days of Paid Employment, completed before the end of the HSC year.
The employer commits to employing and training the apprentice for the duration of the training contract. Support for both employer and apprentice are provided via ACFA’s trainers and the SBAT Engagement Officer at the school.
Once complete, the student transitions into a full-time, second-year apprentice.
How to enrol
Enrolment is through the school with all parties present including the student, school representative, RTO representative, employer and apprenticeship centre representative.
Once enrolled, an induction is carried out with the RTO representative.
Upon enrolment ACFA will provide a complimentary ‘Hiring a School Based Apprentice Checklist’ to make the hiring process even smoother, this checklist is designed as a guide to help you feel confident in welcoming your new apprentice to the team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often are the apprentices/trainees on site?
One day per week at the place of employment for a total of 100 days over two years. School holidays can be utilised to increase the number of days completed. The 100 days must be completed prior the end of the HSC year.
When does the student complete their online theory training?
All theory-based modules are completed during school hours as part of the student’s VET training. The students complete weekly logbooks to record work activities which must be signed off by their supervisor.
How often is the student visited on-site by the trainers?
An ACFA workplace training visit is conducted once every eight weeks (minimum) by a qualified trainer/assessor.
How many units of competency will apprentices complete in two years?
Students are allocated one unit of competency to be completed every two months for a total of nine units of competency (equivalent to a first-year full-time apprentice).
What happens if the student decides to leave school to take up a full-time apprenticeship?
The student applies for a variation to change from SBAT part-time to a full-time apprenticeship.
What happens if the student leaves SBAT prior to completing the program?
The student will receive a Statement of Achievement (SOA) which can be used to apply for credit transfers if they choose to return to a cabinet-making qualification at a later date.
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