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Trade up for a great career
Making decisions about what you want to do with your life when you’re finishing school can be super stressful.
Some people seem to have it figured out, with a burning ambition and a clear plan to make it happen.
For lots more people, deciding where to start a career can seem impossible, but we have some great advice that might help.
At CVGT Employment, we’re all about getting more people into meaningful work.
And we know from experience that learning a trade or doing a traineeship can help you get there.
How do I find my path?
Work means lots of different things to different people.
Some pursue a particular job because it’s their vocation – they are passionate about what they do and will make sacrifices for their career.
Others will go with the flow, chopping and changing jobs to suit their needs.
Meaningful work is a job that you enjoy and gives you purpose – something that gets you out of bed, pays the bills and helps you meet great people.
An apprenticeship or traineeship can be the perfect way to find a meaningful career that works for you.
And the best bit is that we make it easy.
What’s the difference between apprenticeships and traineeships?
What is an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships allow you to learn while you earn. You train on the job, study and earn an income all while working towards becoming a qualified tradesperson.
How long does an apprenticeship take?
An apprenticeship normally takes three to four years in traditional trade areas such as carpentry, electrical, hairdressing and plumbing.
What is a traineeship?
Traineeships are similar to apprenticeships, but they concentrate on vocational or job areas such as office administration, information technology or hospitality.
How long does a traineeship take?
A traineeship lasts one to two years. You’ll learn, work and earn and when you successfully complete you will receive (at a minimum) a Certificate II qualification.
Why should I choose a trade or traineeship?
Qualifications are respected and will help you advance your career.
It’s why so many people go to university to study – that education and prestige can take you a long way.
An apprenticeship or traineeship also offers education and prestige, with fantastic benefits.
So how do I start?
There are a couple of ways to get involved.
If you know who you would like to work with while doing your apprenticeship or traineeship, let us know and we can help sort out the paperwork.
The other option is to simply register with us, and our team can help you decide on a path, find an employer and get you set up for work.
We take care of all the legwork, support your boss and make sure you’re happy.
If you’re not, or you decide you want to try a different trade or traineeship, we can help to get you moving in the right direction.
Visit our Group Training program page to find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
Ready to start your apprenticeship or traineeship? View our current postings for traineeships and apprenticeships at CVGT or register an expression of interest here.
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Talk to us today
Our team is ready to help you right now. The best place to start is to give us a call on 132 848.
From there, we can introduce you to our fantastic apprenticeships and traineeships team.
They’ve helped hundreds of young people just like you to find a career they wouldn’t trade.
It could be the first step to finding a meaningful job you love, that pays well and sets you up for life!