A 56: Queensland State Council

Training
Motion:

That ICPA (Aust) lobbies the Australian Government and Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) to conduct more comprehensive and timely audits of Australian Apprenticeship Support Networks (AASNs) to ensure that the delivery and support intended by the Australian Government is actually received by rural and remote apprentices/trainees.

Explanation:

With a nationwide skill shortage, it is imperative that apprentices/trainees are well supported during their apprenticeship. With national completion rates alarmingly low (55%), it is timely for the Federal Government to focus on all stakeholders and review their procedures. Retention needs to be seen as a collective responsibility of all stakeholders. AASNs are integral to ensuring that the sign up, administration and management of apprenticeships occurs. The Qld Government website clearly states that one of the key roles of the AASN is “to provide advice and support during the apprenticeship”. To ensure this support is ongoing and comprehensive, it is essential that the Australian Government and DEWR conduct more rigorous and timely audits of all AASNs which include gathering feedback from apprentices/trainees and their guardians (those under 18), and face to face follow up within three months after sign up occurs.

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