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Vocational Education and Training Programs (VET)
There is no such thing as unskilled work today.  Give yourself that
added advantage when seeking a job or traineeship. You can now gain
workplace skills while at College.
General work skills gained in a VET program will
suit many work places. Skills like:
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Communication |
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Working in a team |
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Occupational health and safety
awareness |
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Time management and
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VET is:
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an exciting way to combine College study
with on-the-job training for work . |
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a combination of TCE subjects as well as
entry level training qualifications for particular industries. |
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a pathway to further training such as TAFE
Tasmania or other private training organisations or an apprenticeship or
traineeship. |
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a qualification that is recognised by
employers and industry Australia wide. |
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jointly managed by experienced
co-ordinators (teachers) and employers in the relevant industries. |
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targeted at key employment areas both
locally and nationally. |
By studying a VET program
you will:
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develop new
skills and gain valuable experience in the work place. |
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gain an understanding of what industry and employers expect of
new workers. |
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get a better idea of what career might work for you. |
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develop your communication skills and get a
confidence boost from succeeding in a workplace. |
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enhance your job prospects.
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How do I get involved in VET?
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Turn to the Vocational
Education & Training pages of this Handbook to find out further
information about the courses being offered at Hobart College. |
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Ask your student counsellor or
grade coordinator. They will be able to put you in touch
with the right person. |
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Contact by phone or email the person listed with each
program entry under the Vocational Education & Training section of this
Handbook. |
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Complete the attached Expression of Interest form and
return it to Hobart College by the end of Term 2. Additional
information will be sent to you on receipt of this form. |
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