Rockwell Automation conference returns to Melbourne
17 January, 2013The annual Rockwell Automation Software Technical Education (RSTechED) conference will return to Melbourne in 2013, bringing together software technical experts, system integrators, machine builders and end users at the St Kilda Novotel from 20-22 February.
NMIT launches competency-based electrical apprenticeship pilot
15 January, 2013NMIT has been selected to trial a new electrical apprenticeship program in 2013, offering individuals the chance to complete their apprenticeship when deemed competent.
Aussie Rules icon barracks for Kickstart program
11 January, 2013Head coach of the Greater Western Sydney Giants Kevin Sheedy has voiced his support for the Kickstart program, encouraging both employers and potential apprentices to take advantage of the program.
Reduced rate for energy-auditing training
09 January, 2013Master Electricians Australia is promoting the UEE43111 Certificate IV in Energy Efficiency and Assessment, offered exclusively by SkillsConnect Australia.
Pilot program sparks new opportunities for NMIT electrical apprentices
21 December, 2012NMIT has been selected to trial a new electrical apprenticeship program in 2013, offering individuals the chance to complete their apprenticeship when deemed competent. The national Managing Apprenticeship Program (MAP) pilot program is an initiative overseen by E-Oz Energy Skills Australia to focus on improving electrical apprentice completion rates in Australia.
Apprenticeships 101: what you need to know about hiring an electrical apprentice
10 December, 2012 by Alice RichardThe jargon surrounding Australian apprenticeships is enough to confound even the savviest operator. Fortunately there’s plenty of assistance available to help employers navigate the complicated world of apprenticeships.
Apprentice incentive kickstarts employers into action
29 November, 2012Following the announcement of the Kickstart initiative, MRAEL Group says it has been inundated with enquiries from the construction sector wanting to take advantage of the incentive.
Attracting and retaining apprentices
23 November, 2012 by Malcolm RichardsIt is widely acknowledged within the electrical industry that apprentices are the backbone of our success and the future for ongoing prosperity. Master Electricians Australia (MEA) has always aimed toward the highest quality of training and education for those interested in entering the electrical industry, specifically our younger generation.
New apprenticeship service
15 November, 2012A new service that manages and mentors apprenticeships is steadily gaining success, having seen more apprentices successfully completing their electrical apprenticeships.
Apprentice numbers dropping, limiting prospects for youth
14 November, 2012The decreasing number of available apprenticeships is limiting school leavers’ job prospects, according to the Group Training Association of Victoria.
Australia’s first certified KNX training centre
05 November, 2012In partnership with ABB, the first KNX certified training centre in Australia opens at RMIT University, allowing electrical technicians and undergraduates to study this open-architecture building control system.
Schneider EcoXpert electrical contractor training
25 October, 2012Schneider Electric has launched its global training and certification program, EcoXpert, into the Australian market. The EcoXpert program has been developed to aid electrical contractors diversify and grow their business.
Apprenticeships get a $3350 Kickstart
23 October, 2012The federal government has announced it will double the incentive paid to employers for an additional 21,000 electricians, plumbers and other construction tradespeople.
Concerns about apprenticeship levels
22 October, 2012The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is deeply concerned at the likely detrimental impact that the substantial reduction in apprenticeship incentives revealed in the media will have on apprenticeship numbers.
Electrical apprenticeship revolution becomes reality
09 October, 2012A new trial electrical apprenticeship model will revolutionise the current system, according to the national Industry Skills Council, EE-Oz Training Standards.The pilot apprentice progression management system, announced by Skills Minister Chris Evans, will be run by the national Industry Skills Council (EE-Oz Training Standards).
