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Pre-apprenticeships in schools are Certificate II programs that have been nominated by Western Australian industry training councils as valid pathways from school to a traditional trade apprenticeship. Students in years 11 and 12 attend school, train at the College and are linked to an employer for work placement. This nationally accredited qualification is designed to provide participants with industry specific training to gain skills, knowledge and behaviours to enable transition into an indentured apprenticeship in the Electrotechnology Industry. The qualification covers competencies fulfilling the requirements of a work entry program and provides grounding in safety, opportunity to develop high level individual and team communication skills and the undertaking of work placement. Benefits of pre-apprenticeships in schools Successful applicants will be able to:
The course also covers a General Safety Induction and the majority units needed for Stage 1A of an electrical apprenticeship. Is the Cert II in Electrotechnology course right for you? Certificate II in Electrotechnology prepares students for a career start in the energy sector environment. If you possess great communication skills, an interest in problem solving, good hand-eye coordination and enjoy technical work, you could benefit from this course. This certificate is part of the electrotechnology pre apprenticeship pathway that helps students prepare for their electrical apprenticeship. It will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to build a strong foundation for a fulfilling career in the electrotechnology industry. Upon successful completion of the course, students may wish to complete the UEE30811 Certificate III In Electrotechnology Electrician to gain certification in electrotechnology. CERTIFICATION Graduates will be issued with a UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) and a Record of Results detailing the Units of Competency completed. To apply please refer to your school VET Coordinator/School Career Advisor. Applications for 2023 have now been closed.
Places for pre-apprenticeships in schools are limited. When applying students will be required to:
To be able to complete on the job work placement, students must possess an Electrician’s Training Licence, this will be organised by the College. Fully enclosed shoes must be worn at all times in CET buildings. Safety boots/shoes must be worn when working in the workshop. Prior to course commencement the student is required to review the CET Code of Conduct found at Terms & Conditions/Policies page
UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) Pre-apprenticeship (AA41) (PAiS)