NECA Supports the NAEN Re-Engagement Program
The National Apprentice Employment Network (NAEN) is coordinating the re‑engagement of apprentices and trainees who have recently lost their job with potential employers. Dean Sweeney, a 2nd Year Apprentice Electrician unfortunately had to be let-go by his previous small business employer in late May due to COVID impacting the business. Dean found out about the…
Details
Budget 2020 – $1.2 billion investment for 100,000 new apprentices
The Federal Government have announced they are committed to getting people into jobs and ensuring that Australians have the right skills for the jobs of the future. They have prioritised skills development as part of their Jobmaker Plan. The Government have recognised that apprenticeships are a key pathway into the workforce. Read the Press Release: Budget…
Details
NECA Training & Apprenticeships COVID-19 Response
NECA Training & Apprenticeships is continuing to monitor and respond to the information being provided by the national and local Authorities in regard to COVID-19. Advice for hosts Our goal is to protect the health of our apprentices, your team and our own team during this challenging period. Where it is within the Authorities’…
Details
5 Steps to Becoming an Electrician
Considering a career in the electrical industry, but not sure what is involved? We’ve broken down the steps to help you understand the process. What is an Apprenticeship? An Australian apprenticeship is a job combining paid work with structured learning. Earn while you learn, with theory training in a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and real-world…
Details
ACT Centre of Excellence
ACT Centre of Excellence In 2018 NECA purchased properties in Chullora (Sydney) and Fyshwick (ACT) to be the local headquarters for NECA and to establish new Centres of Excellence for electrical training. Our ACT Centre of Excellence at 49 Tennant St, Fyshwick, is now up and running. Two classes of new first year apprentices have…
Details
3 Reasons Why it’s better to Launch your career with a Trade than going to Uni.
As students come to the end of the Initial learning phase of their life, the inevitable question arises: What’s next? Since the reintroduction of student fees in the early 90’s, a university education has become an increasing burden for those who go down that path. Today we see students leaving university with huge debts, limited…
Details