The Australian Apprenticeships Access Program
The Australian Apprenticeships Access Program provides job seekers with access to nationally recognised prevocational training and support in industries where a skills shortage exists.
Delivered by WCIG, the Access Program is unique in its holistic approach to job creation. It closely aligns quality training with on the job work experience to ensure that participants are well equipped to successfully enter into an apprenticeship or traineeship.
Our current range of programs:
- Introduction to Cert III in Business Administration
- Introduction to Cert III in Aged Care
- Introduction to Cert III Home & Community Care
- Introduction to Cert II in Hairdressing
- Introduction to Cert II in Construction - Details coming soon!
Introduction to Certificate III in Business Administration
This course comprises 5 weeks full time accredited training and provides participants with the foundation and practical skills required for working in an office environment. This may assist participants in confidently moving into a traineeship, employment or further training in the vocation of their course.
This training is followed by 1 week fulltime intensive job search training.
Past participants have been successful in gaining traineeships in many sectors including Real Estate, Community Organisations, Corporate Services and Training.
Where & when?
Footscray - 5th March 2012 - Enrolments closed
Box Hill - 19th March 2012 - Enrolments closed
Broadmeadows - Commencing 14th May 2012 - enrolments close 25th May 2012.
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Interested? Would like to enrol or find out some more, or register for a future program?
Contact our friendly ACCESS Team - (03) 9309 8333
Introduction to Certificate II in Hairdressing
Perfect for budding Hairdressers! This course comprises 5 weeks full time accredited training and hands on experience in Hairdressing.
Participants will also experience 1 week experience in a Hairdressing Salon.
This training is followed by 1 week fulltime intensive job search training, and a further 13 weeks of Job Search Support to assist you to confidently move into an apprenticeship/traineeship, employment or further education.
Past participants in this program have been successful in gaining apprenticeships, with many also moving into further training.
Where & when?
Newport - 16th April 2012 - Enrolments closed
Werribee - Commencing 18th June 2012 - Enrolments close 29th June 2012
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Interested? Would like to register for the next one or find out some more?
Contact our friendly ACCESS Team - (03) 9309 8333
Introduction to Certificate III in Aged Care
Designed for individuals looking to pursue a career in Aged Care. This course offers participants four weeks full time training, along with 2 weeks Work Placement in an Aged Care facility.
This training is followed by 1 week fulltime intensive job search training, and a further 13 weeks of Job Search Support to assist participants to confidently move into a traineeship, employment or further education.
Where & when?
Preston - 16th April 2012 - Enrolments closed
Interested? Would like to register for the next one or find out some more?
Contact our friendly ACCESS Team - (03) 9309 8333
Introduction to Certificate III in Home and Community Care
Designed for individuals looking to pursue a career in Home and Community Care. This course offers participants 6 weeks full time training, which may include 1 week Work Placement in a Home and Community Care environment.
This training is followed by 1 week fulltime intensive job search training, and a further 13 weeks of Job Search Support to assist participants to confidently move into a traineeship, employment or further education.
Where and when?
Footscray - Commencing 18th June 2012 - Enrolments close 29th June 2012
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Interested? Would like to register for the next one or find out some more?
Contact our friendly ACCESS Team - (03) 9309 8333
Commonly Asked Questions
How can the Access Program assist participants?
The Access Program is a way of getting training and support to help participants obtain an Australian Apprenticeship, employment or return to study.
We know it isn't easy to find work, but the more skills and support participants have, the better their chances are of getting a job they enjoy.
How does the Access Program work?
- The Access Program supports participants to gain an Australian Apprenticeship or Employment by developing participants work and job search skills
- The Access Program can also support participants to return to further education or to further develop their learning
- The Access Program can advise participants about work options that may suit their needs and interests
- The Access Program assists eligible job seekers to obtain and maintain an Australian Apprenticeship or employment by providing:
- Training in the basic skills needed for a particular industry
- Coaching in general work skills and habits
- Help while looking for work
- Support while settling into the workplace
Who is eligible to participate in The Access Program
You must be a job seeker who:
- is a registered job seeker, or have been referred by a Youth Connections provider, or a Community Development Employment Project (CDEP) officer
- meets at least one of a number of conditions, for example: an early school leaver, unemployed for three months or more, a person aged 45 years or older
What training do Access Program job seekers get?
- Basic skills required for a particular industry. These skills are nationally recognised and linked to an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
- General work skills such as communication skills, time management, organisational skills, teamwork and occupational health and safety.
- WCIG offers courses in Hairdressing, Business Administration, Automotive, Children's Services and Trades. For details on when courses are delivered please refer to our course offerings
What does it cost?
The Access Program is funded by the Australian Government and is provided free to eligible job seekers. Employers may be eligible for a Commonwealth Government incentive if Access Program job seekers are placed in an Australian Apprenticeship.
Access Success Story
Siobhan's Story
Siobhan left school at the end of Year 11 keen to enter into a traineeship but unsure of how to go about finding one. Referred to WCIG by the Family Access Network, Siobhan was at first reluctant to enter the Access Program. She doubted her employability, possessed no work experience and as a young girl living in transitional housing, her life lacked stability.
