You may be interested in employing an Access Programme participant in your organisation. Here are the benefits for employing an Access Programme participant who has been a part of a SkillsPlus course or through an Access Programme provider sub-contracted by SkillsPlus Inc. You may also be interested in taking on an Access Programme participant through work experience. The following information should help you make your decision.
How does the Access Programme work?
The Access Programme assists eligible jobseekers to obtain and retain an Australian Apprenticeship or employment, by providing:
- Training in the basic skills needed for a particular industry
- Coaching in general work skills
- Help while looking for work
- Support while settling in the workplace.
Why choose an Access Programme jobseeker?
They can adapt quickly into your business because they have:
- The basic industry skills to get them started
- Some experience in the workplace
- General work skills and habits
- Motivation to work in your industry
- A good understanding of what an employer wants
- Help with settling in during the first 13 weeks of their Australian Apprenticeship or employment.
Who provides the Access Programme services?
The Access Programme is delivered by local organisations known as the Access Programme providers, who have knowledge of the local labour market. They also have the expertise to deliver the type of training that is required for a particular industry.
What does it cost?
The Access Programme is provided free for eligible job seekers. Employers may be eligible for an Australian Government incentive if the Access Programme job seekers are placed in an Australian Apprenticeship. Information on incentives is available from your local Australian Apprenticeships Centre.
Australian Apprenticeships
Visit the Australian Government's website www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au for more information. (This website is subject to change)
For further information
If you decide that an Access Programme participant would suit your organisation, please contact the Access Programme Department at SkillsPlus Inc.
See the Access Programme website https://accesstraining.dest.gov.au or call 13 38 73 for further information.