Welcome to School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships in NSW
School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships are more than just part-time jobs - they’re a great way to set yourself up for the career you want whilst you are completing your HSC.
School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships are available to all Year 10, 11 and 12 high school students in NSW. They allow students to commence an apprenticeship or complete a traineeship while at school.
A School Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship combines paid work, training and school; and as well as an industry recognised national qualification you will gain credit towards the HSC.
Some apprenticeships and traineeships can contribute towards the ATAR.
Congratulations to Benjamin Costa
2011 VET in Schools Student of the Year
Vocation: Government Services Certificate II
Trained by: TAFE NSW - Western Institute
School: Dubbo College Senior Campus
Host Employer: NSW Police
Employed by: Murdi Paaki Regional Enterprises
Benjamin knew a traineeship with Murdi Paaki Regional Enterprises and NSW Police would help him to contribute to his community and become an advocate and role model for other young Aboriginal people. Benjamin feels that he has been given an opportunity to improve communication in his local community. Benjamin is vice captain of his school, member of the NSW student representative council and holds a leadership role in army cadets. He was named Young Citizen of the Year 2011 by Dubbo City Council for his achievements in school, work and his commitment and leadership within the Aboriginal and wider community.
Congratulations to Madeleine Leigh
2011 School Based Apprentice/Trainee of the Year
Trade: Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) Certificate III
Trained by: Newman Senior Technical College
School: Newman Senior Technical College
Employed by: Bittersweet Cafe Patisserie
Having lived overseas for most of her childhood, Madeleine developed an appreciation for international cuisines and dreamt of becoming a chef. With her passion for food, Madeleine feels most at home in the kitchen and loves to create beautiful food. Beginning her career while still at school has given Madeleine a great head start and the support and expertise of her teachers. When she completes her apprenticeship Madeleine plans to travel to France to learn and work as a patisserie chef. Madeleine is already incorporating other studies, such as learning French, to help her achieve her dream.
