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Work Placement

What is Work Placement?                                               

Work placement allows school and TAFE students to develop industry-specific skills and generic work skills in the workplace whilst completing the NSW Higher School Certificate.  Host work placement employers assist schools and colleges to prepare young people for the workplace by providing meaningful workplace learning opportunities.  Host employers are acknowledged by the wider community as highly valued contributors to the next generation of the Australian workforce.

Mid Coast CONNECT was established by industry and education representatives to effectively coordinate work placements for senior students. 

Our aim is to strengthen the partnership between industry and education. With the support of over 1000 employers. Mid Coast CONNECT coordinators over 2500 work placements each year. We work with all school sectors and TAFE throughout the region from Kempsey to Bulahdelah.

Work placement allows students to work in industry as an entry-level employee. Students study industry recognised courses as part of their HSC. The work placement component is mandatory and students are placed with host employers for a minimum of 35 hours each year.

 

Structured Workplace Learning

The following courses are currently available:

  • Automotive
  • Construction
  • Business Services
  • Electrotechnology
  • Entertainment
  • Furnishings
  • Hospitality
  • Human Services
  • Information Technology
  • Metals and Engineering
  • Primary Industries
  • Retail Operations
  • Tourism

Work placement assists young people to:

  • Enhance their work readiness
  • Improve practical skills with on the job training
  • Provide first hand knowledge of workplace practices
  • Foster knowledge of career and training pathways
  • Promote employment and training outcomes
  • Network with local employers for current and future job vacancies

Work placement assists Industry and Community Partners to:

  • Promote local industries and associated career opportunities
  • Increase their business profile within the community
  • Meet recruitment needs by sourcing potential local candidates
  • Offer advice, support and mentoring to young people
  • Participate in special events and networks

If you are interested in getting involved in this extremely rewarding and worthwhile program please contact one of our coordinators in your region.