Do you need skills to meet the changing world of work?

Research has proven that our jobs and workplaces are, and will continue to transform and evolve, so how can you ensure that you are competitive for skills of the future?

You need a set of transferrable skills.

‘People can no longer rely on technical skills’ they need a set of transferrable skills’ (Foundation for Young Australians 2017).

ET Australia’s training program ‘Skills for the Changing World of Work’ will provide you with;

• transferrable skills (also known as employability skills) requested by employers and
• a BSB30115 Certificate III in Business upon successful training program completion.

The top ten employability skills or transferrable skills employers want are listed below (in order of employers emphasizing these in internet job postings for the last four years*):

• Communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Writing
• Planning
• Detail orientation
• Team work / collaboration
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Research
• Computer / digital skills

* Source: White, I 2018, Internet job postings: employability skills – infographic, NCVER, Adelaide

All of the above will be covered in ET Australia’s Skills for the Changing World of Work training program. Many of these skills can’t be learnt, practiced or applied via online learning which is where the classroom provides the ideal environment for you to develop and gain the skills employers are looking for.

Not only will you develop employability skills highly valued by employers but you will leave the program with:

• A personalised and professional resume
• Interview skills that will be gained via mock interviews
• A portfolio of work that you can showcase to an employer
• An idea of the career direction you want to follow, and
• An accredited nationally recognised qualification (upon successful completion)

Our past students were asked to identify the ‘Two most important things learned during training’ and below are some of the responses;

• Planning and organising (Renae)
• Email writing, eye for detail (Brooke)
• Time management skills, how to handle interviews (Oren)
• How to use a computer in many ways (I barely knew how to), how to deal well with customers and co-workers (Patricia)
• How to use programs effectively and working efficiently with different tasks (John)
• Communication skills, confidence (Amelia)
• How to write a good cover letter and resume, computer skills (Jazmin)
• More confidence in myself, how to add more skills to my resume (Robyne)
• Microsoft programs, organisational skills (Samantha)

You can see how the above aligns to the top ten employability skills employers are looking for. It doesn’t matter what career path you are looking to go down, the transferrable skills you will learn during the program will be valued by all employers, technical skills are something that can be learnt on the job.

The training is delivered in a simulated work environment to prepare you to apply your skills in a real work environment.

The structure of this program provides all students with a supportive learning environment and is ideal for anyone who likes a more personalised approach to training. With classroom-based training, students have their classmates, the Trainer and Training Officer to support and help them with their various learning needs. The location for the training in the Young Parents’ Hub provides additional wrap-around services that are available to all students.

There are no formal entry requirements however it is recommended that applicants considering this program have completed BSB20115 Certificate II in Business or other relevant qualification/s or have relevant work experience assisting in a range of support roles without holding a formal business qualification.

Training Days: 2 days a week – Mondays, Wednesdays (excepting 1st 2 days of the program when training days will be Thursday and Friday ie 24 and 25 June)

Dates: 28 June 2021 – 15 December 2021 (there will be no training 5 and 7 July, 27 and 29 September)

Venue: Young Parents’ Hub, 2A Amy Close, Wyong

Times: 9.00am to 3.00pm

Click here to inquire about this course and download the course flyer.

This individual support training is subsidised by the NSW Government under the Smart and Skilled initiative (eligibility criteria applies).

The program has been designed to meet an industry need for entry-level workers in the aged care sector.

This accredited individual support qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and / or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing.

Students will learn how to meet the personal support needs of the older person, support their independence and well-being, use safe working practices for direct care work, and will learn how to work effectively in the aged care sector.

The combination of classroom-based learning with on the job training and work placement provides the foundations required to work with aged people.

During the program, students must complete a minimum of 120 hours of clinical placement providing direct care support in at least one aged care, home and community, or community services organisation. Students will practice their skills under supervision in an aged care facility. Placement will help students to develop and consolidate skills and knowledge in a clinical environment. Placement also allows students to become familiar with employer expectations and broaden industry understanding. 100% attendance of placement in an aged care facility is required.

Training Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Dates: 12 July –22 November 2021

Please note, if 120 hours of work placement hours aren’t achieved during this training period, students will have the opportunity to continue the work placement to complete the remaining hours.

Venue: ET Australia Training College, 125 Donnison Street, Gosford

Host work placement venues to be confirmed.

Times: 9.00am to 3.00pm (except for first aid training which is 9.00am to 4.00pm and during on the job training and work placement).

The program hours are Centrelink approved and are considered to be full-timeover the period.

To register your interest and download the course flyer click here.

To help train the workforce of the future ET Australia Training College is offering the Introduction to Care Work program.

This fee-free introductory training program is available for school leavers, young people and job seekers, as part of the NSW Government’s Skilling for Recovery initiative. Eligibility criteria applies.

This program has been designed to provide students with introductory skills and knowledge required to work in the aged care and disability sectors. Students will learn how to work within legal and ethical frameworks and will learn the importance of communication and how to effectively apply these in community services settings.

Students will learn:

• how to work with diverse people
• the importance of communication and how to effectively apply these in community services settings
• how to provide first aid

Within the context of a community services setting, students will learn how to:

• Communicate effectively
• Collaborate with colleagues
• Address constraints to communication
• Report problems
• Complete workplace correspondence and documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement
• Identify and respond to legal requirements
• Identify and meet ethical responsibilities

Structure

This program will run 2 days per week over a 3 week period.

Training Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Dates: 13 July – 4 August 2021

Venue: ET Australia Training College, 125 Donnison Street, Gosford

Times: 9.30am to 2.30pm

Students are required to participate in all scheduled classes unless arranged otherwise with an ET Australia Training College Representative prior to commencement.

For more information Download the course flyer.

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The rapid growth of the NDIS workforce has resulted in rising demand for entry-level support workers in the disability sector.

The program will prepare you for a career in disability care. Obtaining the Certificate III will assist to improve your employment prospects.

During the program, you will learn how to provide individualised support to empower those with disabilities. You will learn how to support clients to develop their skills and abilities so they are able to live as independently as possible. You will be rewarded by making a difference to another person’s quality of life.

If you are passionate about pursuing a career working with people with disabilities and you want to make a positive difference, then now is the time to commence this training.

This program is also suitable if you need disability care skills for your existing job.

There are many reasons why people choose to become a disability support worker including;

• Variety – each day is different from the next
• Work-life balance – the hours are varied so it is possible to work around personal schedules
• Rewarding – whilst the work isn’t always easy, the rewards are attractive and can bring out the best in a worker

Training Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays
2 blocks of work placement will be integrated throughout the program–one at mid-point and one on completion of the classroom sessions.

Dates: 10 August –18 November 2021
Plus work placement hours on completion (the number of hours each student will need to complete following on from the classroom sessions may vary as it will be dependent upon the number of hours completed during the 1st block.

Venue: ET Australia Training College, Ground Level, 125 Donnison Street, Gosford 2250 (for classroom-based sessions).
Host work placement venues to be confirmed.

Times: 9.00am to 3.00pm (except for first aid training which is 9.00am to 4.00pm and during work placement).

Please note, the program hours are Centrelink approved and are considered to be full-time over the period.

To make an enquiry and download the course flyer click here.