NMIT launches competency-based electrical apprenticeship pilot

The North Melbourne Institute of TAFE (NMIT) has been selected to trial a new electrical apprenticeship program in 2013, offering individuals the chance to complete their apprenticeship when deemed competent.

The national Managing Apprenticeship Program (MAP) pilot program is an initiative overseen by E-Oz Energy Skills Australia, the Industry Skills Council for the energy sector, that focuses on improving electrical apprentice completion rates in Australia.

Candidates who enter the program will receive significant benefits, including an assigned industry mentor to help them stay on track with apprenticeship requirements, and will be placed on an industry register for employer selection.

The apprenticeship is based on a competency-based system rather than the traditional time-based four-year model, but if additional training is required, support services are available.

NMIT offers the Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-Apprenticeship) and Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (for apprentices) through its Heidelberg campus.

“NMIT has always taken great pride in being leading innovators in this area and we are always excited to provide the best possible outcomes to all parties involved,” said David DelleVergin, Head of Computer Systems and Electrotechnology at NMIT.

The national pilot is currently assessing candidates interested in an electrical career. Contact NMIT on (03) 9269 8400 or click here for more details.