School Based Apprenticeships & Training
School Based Apprenticeships & Training
SBATs
SBATs allow senior high school students to work with an employer as paid employees while studying for their Higher School Certificate.
This subsidised training helps students gain valuable skills and experience, to be work-ready by the time they finish school.
SBATs opens doors to a dynamic career path for students, giving them a head start in the career they desire. Taking the trade approach to their career, students can distinguish themselves from the crowd.
The traineeships offered at METS are similar to apprenticeships, but they concentrate on vocational or job areas, such as office administration, early childhood education and care, or warehousing.
- Receive both an education and a job
- Get in-demand industry knowledge and skills
- Earn while you learn
- Work towards achieving a nationally-recognised qualification
- Acquire hands-on experience in a real job
- Gain the skills and experience needed for tertiary study
- Experience a great way to move from school to work
Learners can also gain an additional 4 units of HSC, ask your careers advisor about this HSC course option or contact us today to learn more.
Where do I start?
Step 1. Explore the school-based apprenticeships or school-based traineeships options offered by METS
Step 2. Talk about your career ideas with your school Careers Adviser and parents/carers
Step 3. Discuss with your Careers Adviser how an SBAT will fit into your HSC pattern of study
Step 4. Find an employer
Step 5. Your local SBAT Coordinator and/or school will help you on your way
METS offers SBATs in
Children’s Services
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Retail
SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail
Retail
SIR20216 Certificate II in Retail Services
The Benefits of doing SBATs with METS:
- Receive both an education and a job
- Get in-demand industry knowledge and skills
- Earn while you learn
- Work towards achieving a nationally-recognised qualification
- Acquire hands-on experience in a real job
- Gain the skills and experience needed for tertiary study
- Experience a great way to move from school to work
Learners can also gain an additional 4 units of HSC, ask your careers advisor about this HSC course option or contact us today to learn more.
Information for Students
The SBAT program will allow students to attain nationally-recognised qualification whilst completing their HSC, which can lead directly to employment as well as an opportunity to continue their learning pathway.
The dedicated trainers at METS will provide school based trainees with the support they need throughout the program, learners are required to attend 100 days in the work place, with flexibility to:
- Attend a workplace one day a week, with school attended on the remaining days
- Attend a workplace for a block week during a school term
- Attend a workplace on weekends, school holidays or after school
After successfully completing your SBATs with METS, you will receive a certificate for the qualification undertaken, which can improve your career prospects and open a pathway for further education and development. Learn more about the courses and opportunities offered through METS, or schedule a visit from our Business Relationship Manager.
Information for Employers
As a mentor, business play a pivotal role by investing in young people and the community. In turn, employers are supported by the school and its SBAT liaison as well as the Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC). Commencing the traineeship with young members of society helps organisations ensure that they are resourced with trained and qualified people.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Financial incentives from the Government
- Ongoing mentoring and support from METS
- Contemporary training for apprentices/trainees
- More engaged, skilled young staff
SBAT employers can assist in motivating young people to work towards their future goals and provide them real exposure to the industry or sector. We invite you to become part of the partnership where education and industry work together to provide a competent, confident and skilled workforce.
