School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs) in Queensland allow high school students in Years 10, 11, and 12 to work and train toward a nationally recognized qualification while completing their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).
How does a school based traineeship / apprenticeship work?
It involves a mix of studying at school , training and working. All of these things will become part of your school timetable. A SAT (School based Apprentice or Trainee) will impact your timetable; this means some of your work or training must take place during school hours.
Periods of paid employment must never fall below the minimum of 50 days* per 12 month period from the commencement of the school-based training contract.
*The definition of a ‘day’, for the purposes of the SAT policy, is a minimum of 7.6 hours (unless a greater figure is specified in the relevant industrial instrument). This is equal to 380 Hours.
What is the difference between a school based apprentice and a school based trainee?
A school-based apprentice is trained in a skilled trade, and upon successful completion, will become a qualified tradesperson. Students may convert to a full - time or part -time apprenticeship when they finish school to allow them to complete the qualification.
A trainee is someone who is being trained in a vocational area. These vocational areas include, but are not limited to, office administration, information technology and hospitality.
Some students will complete their traineeships while they are at school. Others may need to convert to a full - time or part - time traineeship when they finish school to allow them to complete the qualification. Upon completion of a traineeship, students will receive a minimum of a Certificate II in their chosen vocational area.
More information can be found on the Queensland Government apprenticeships Info websi
Current Vacancies
This information is correct at time of publication. New opportunities will be posted when they become available. Please see our friendly Industry Liaison Officer via the Office if you have any questions. Please also see our MSHS Careers website.
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Brisbane Olympics Jobs and Skills Exchange
(BOJSX)
Attached is our flyer, which includes a direct registration QR code for interested students.
How students can register (it takes just a few minutes):
1. Scan the QR code on the attached flyer.
2. Select Create a Profile.
3. Fill in their details and upload their resume and cover letter.
This quick registration process opens doors to real employment opportunities and formal apprenticeships.