School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships

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School-based apprentices and trainees (SATs), typically for students in years 10, 11 and 12 are trained in the workplace and with a supervising registered training organisation (SRTO), in their chosen apprenticeship or traineeship while continuing to study towards their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).

SATs are not automatic for all who want them - it is a competitive market and students will need to ensure that their school performance positions them to be selected. Students can enrol in a Certificate III study program as a trainee or apprentice in an area of interest to them. This involves attending 1 day of work per week and completing the appropriate training, usually Certificate III level, in most areas of employment.

The length of training may vary depending on the qualification, where most traineeships may be completed within 1-2 years, an apprenticeship will most likely continue beyond Year 12.

Advantages of SATs

SATs allow flexibility and variety for young people who prefer hands-on learning to traditional schooling pathways. 1 day per week only off campus

Young people employed as SATs develop workplace skills, knowledge, confidence and a competitive edge when applying for jobs

SATs are paid for time spent working with their employer in adapting to a work environment

SATs must participate in vocational training to complete all theory components to complete their Certificate II or III

Receive a qualification that is recognised nationally and recorded as part of the QCE

SATs are funded under the User Choice program and are exempt from paying student contributions fees to the SRTO whilst they are at school

A student's work and/or training must impact on their school timetable for the arrangement to be considered as SATS

Complete a minimum of 375 hours (50 days) per 12 month period

Electrotechnology students must complete 600 hours (80 days) per 12 month periodv

Entry into Electrotechnology apprenticeships is limited to students in Years 11 and 12 only

Working during school holidays is mandatory for all SATs

Some students complete traineeships whilst they are at school, while others go onto finish their apprenticeship or traineeship either full-time or part-time after they have left school. SATs must not complete in less than 12 months unless they have completed the minimum paid work requirement. Contact Linda Whyte - Industry Liaison Officer for more information.

VET Student Induction Handbook

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