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School Based
           Apprenticeships and
           Traineeships (SBAT)

  www.hunterchristian.nsw.edu.au

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Your future is now
                                         ... and includes an HSC!
         Trainee or Apprentice?
 School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBAT) provide students with a valuable head start to a nationally
 recognised qualification that includes hands on skills and industry experience along with a Higher School Certificate.

  School Based Apprentice and Trainee (SBAT) benefits:

      ✔ Remain at school with friends and be able to officially graduate

     ✔ Start earning money

     ✔ Nationally recognised training

     ✔ Gain employability skills

 A Traineeship at school involves an agreement between the trainee and employer for the duration of Years 11 and 12
 while also studying for the HSC. Traineeships also cover industries that may not require a trade certificate.

 An Apprenticeship commenced at school extends this agreement beyond Year 12 with the employer and a suitable
 training organisation agreeable to all parties. Complete trade qualifications may then be achieved within five years of
 commencement.

 School based Apprentices and Trainees study endorsed vocational framework courses. At Hunter Christian School the SBAT
 courses delivered on site include Construction (Pathways), Metal and Engineering, Retail , Electro Technologies (Career
 Start) and Sport and Recreation.

 “Students work TWO days with their employer to
  complete their work days.”
 School Based Apprentices and trainees (SBATs) are typically required to complete a minimum of 144 days (depending on
 the framework) of paid employment during Years 11 and 12. Students currently work up to TWO days with their
 employer and are at school for the balance of the week. Their agreement may include working over holiday breaks
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The Employers'
        Advantage
Opportunities exist for an employer to invest in young people by giving them a start in a vocation or trade while
ensuring that their organisation is resourced with trained and qualified people.

Invest and Grow with a School Based Apprentice or Trainee (SBAT)

            ✔ Your workforce, your way

            ✔ Financial incentives

            ✔ Ongoing support

            ✔ Contemporary training

      Invest and Grow
The employment of an SBAT student can be the beginning of a rewarding relationship for both parties. The decision of whether
to commence the arrangement as a Trainee or Apprentice is an individual one that is negotiated at the outset. Typically at the
completion of the students’ Preliminary and Higher School Certificate Course, a traineeship will be complete or can be
converted to an apprenticeship if desired, depending upon the particular vocational pathway.

As a mentor the business will play a key role in investing in young people and the community. In turn they are supported by the
school and its SBAT liaison as well as the Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC). Some employers may wish to become a host
employer and engage a Group Training Organisation (GTO) that is then responsible for wages, payroll tax and workers compensation.

Multiple financial incentives for employers of School Based Apprentices and Trainees are available depending upon the specific
scenario and will be conferred upon by the Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC), these incentives commonly amount to
thousands of dollars. Employers may indirectly benefit from a student also studies for a higher level of education.

Before signing an agreement of commencement, employers are paired with potential students for either informal work
experience or a Work Trial. This opportunity provides for the best possible matching and has proved successful for previous SBAT
arrangements.

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The SBAT
          advantage at HCS
   EXPLORE

As a fully enrolled and supported Hunter Christian School student the full breadth of opportunities are open to SBATs; sporting,
leadership, co-curricular and more. Similarly, school expectations of SBAT students are the same as for all students.

   EXPERIENCE

At Hunter Christian School, SBAT students complete a full Year 11 and 12 program as outlined in the Stage 6 Handbook. This includes
a second VETelective and one other elective choice.

Support › In addition to the Workplace Supervisor, Hunter Christian School practically supports SBAT students through an
appointed VET teacher with industry experience. This is to assist as required with things like transport for boarders and to be a liaison
point for employers and parents.

Facilities › Currently courses are delivered through our purpose built Trade Training Centre. This facility opened in 2011 and has seen
SBATs benefit from the quality of training opportunities that are delivered on the school's campus.

Costs › At Hunter Christian School the cost of your qualifications for courses taught at our Trade Training Centre facilities are
included in the course elective fee as disclosed in the Stage 6 subject selection booklet.

“Hunter Christian School supports SBAT students, through an experienced VET
   teacher who is their work day point of contact.”

  EXCEL

Many past and present students have excelled in their various SBAT pursuits. Apart from going on to become successful in their
chosen field, there is a national program for awards and recognition that students may be eligible. Amongst our supportive
employers are a number of former graduates of Hunter Christian School whose contribution to the SBAT program has been
pivotal, adds value and is in return highly valued.

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Your
Homework
  THE RIGHT EMPLOYER
  Occasionally, suitable employers are already known to students
  and families. Hunter Christian School has had great success with
  community links and its network of supportive former
  graduates of Hunter Christian School. If there is a contact that you
  would like us to approach then we can do so on your behalf. If
  not, we will do our very best to secure a suitable employer.

  WHO AM I ?
  Skillsroad is a comprehensive careers website that
                        includes a career quiz and job fit
                        test that empowers students
                        with knowledge of self and
                        careers that might best fit.
                        www.skillsroad.com.au

  WHAT IS WHAT ?
  The My skills website lets prospective SBATs examine
                         career pathway information
                         including student outcomes,
                         training satisfaction, salary
                         information and current labour
                         market conditions.
                         myskills.gov.au

  MY OPTIONS
  Traineeship information can be found and
                       downloaded from the link
                       provided below. Students
                       should enquire with Mr Garner
                       or Mr Monk about their
                       particular area of interest.
                       www.sbatinnsw.info
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Who is who
   and why
  EMPLOYER
  The employer is the hirer that is responsible for providing supervision, support and on the job training for the SBAT
  to gain the requisite skills and experiences they will need to be successful in their trade or vocation.

  WORKPLACE SUPERVISOR
  The employer will assign a workplace supervisor to the SBAT in line with their organisational structure. They will
  become a key person in terms of training, mentoring and liasing with the RTO in regard to the student’s
  progress.

  REGISTERED TRAINING ORGANISATION (RTO)
  The RTO delivers training to the trainee or apprentice that leads to a nationally accredited qualification. The RTO is
  pivotal in developing The Training Plan in consultation with the employer, student and parents. In most cases at
  HunterChristianSchool, the School acts for and on behalf of the RTO, creating a training plan, training program,
  assessment and maintenance of student records.

  NATIONAL TRAINING CONTRACT
  Both the SBAT and Employer sign a legally binding agreement called a National Training Contract. This agreement
  remains in place until the specified terms of training are completed in regard to dates, days worked and
  completion of training as agreed.

  AUSTRALIAN APPRENTICESHIP CENTRES (AAC)
  The AACs are contracted by the Australian Government to assist in identifying appropriate training
  opportunities and establishing Training Contracts between the student and the employer.

  GROUP TRAINING ORGANISATION (GTO)
  Occasionally employers wish to become a Host Employer in as much as they are not the legal employer. In this
  arrangement the employer engages the services of a GTO who then is responsible for wages, payroll tax and workers
  compensation. They can provide peace of mind for the host employer.

  TRAINING PLAN
  The Training Plan that is negotiated by the employer, the SBAT and the RTO is the foundational guide to the what,
  where and when of training and assessment. This document is also verified and signed by State Training Services
  and the schools' peak body, The Association of Independent Schools.

  TRAINING SERVICES NSW
  In NSW our State Training Authority is State Training Services. They are the government body responsible for
  approving, registering and administering Training Contracts. They also provide advice and support to all parties
  throughout the Australian Apprenticeship process.

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Some well established SBAT
  programs you may be interested
  in…
  Automotive Modern Apprenticeship Program

                                      Vantage Automotive Pty Ltd is a major provider of Government funded vocational
                                      learning and outsourced services to major vehicle manufacturers with an extensive
                                      client list across Australia. Applications are now being sought from students who are
                                      interested in a career within the automotive industry as an Automotive Technician
                                      or Parts Interpreter.
                                      www.vantageautomotive.com

  2018 Hunter New England Health Traineeship Information
  School Based Trainee Program

                      This program provides young people with valuable paid work experience in their
                      local public hospital while completing the Certificate 3, Health Services Assistance.
                      This is part of the HSC, Human Services Framework and contributes to the ATAR.
                      The Certificate 3 can be used as a pathway into the Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled
                      Nursing) or the Undergraduate Degree at University (Registered Nursing). It also
                      enables young people to work as Assistants in Nursing when they successfully
                      complete the course.
  http://www.hnehealth.nsw.gov.au/Careers/Pages/School-based-training-program.aspx

  ME Program Develops NEW Aeroskills Course

                                     The Certificate II Aeroskills (MEA20415) will provide the Hunter’s young people with
                                     the skills to perform repair and overhaul tasks on a limited range of electrical,
                                     hydraulic, pneumatic, electro-hydraulic and electro-pneumatic aircraft components.

                                     http://rdahunter.org.au/news-events/rda-hunters-me-program-develops-new-
                                     aeroskills-course
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  HCS Contact Information
      Careers Advisor: Mrs Tracey Hickey
      Careers@hunterchristian.nsw.edu.au
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