TAFE Queensland Scholarships

Applications are now open for scholarships, for students wishing to study through TAFE Qld in 2022. The scholarship program includes merit and equity scholarships, and can be used for a wide range of qualifications from a Cert III to an Advanced Diploma or even a Bachelor degree, across all industry areas. Scholarship recipients will receive up to $5,000. For more information, or to apply, go to https://scholarships.tafeqld.edu.au. Applications close 24th September 2021.

Gap Year Options for 2022

Believe it or not, Gap Year programs are still operating, despite COVID limitations. Letz Live is a company that provides programs for Australian students to travel to the UK or New Zealand and work as a Boarding School Assistant for one year. “Gappies”, as they are called, receive free accommodation and meals, plus a small weekly stipend for personal expenses. And they are free to travel during the school holidays. Note that in the UK, the long summer holiday is in July and August, so that provides an ideal opportunity for summer travel in the UK and Europe. And in New Zealand, there’s always the ski fields to keep you busy in your June/July break - or maybe even for weekend trips, depending on where you are. To find out more, follow Letz Live on Instagram @letz_live, or visit their website: https://www.letzlive.org

News from Sunshine Coast Technical and Trade Training Centre

Just a reminder that the SCTTTC have nominated dates for their upcoming Information Sessions as follows:

Automotive, Construction, Electrotechnology and Plumbing Certificates:

• Thursday 29th July 2021 - 5.30pm to 6.15pm
• Thursday 5th August 2021 - 5.30pm to 6.15pm
• Tuesday 17th August 2021 - 5.30pm to 6.15pm

Certificate III Aviation (Remote Pilot) AVI30419 Information session will be held on:

• Wednesday 25th August 2021 - 4.00pm to 4.45pm 

Registration is essential for all those attending an information night. To register, contact the SCTTTC on (07) 5499 5222.

Apprenticeship intakes for 2022

In addition to the OSMAC apprenticeships that were advertised in last week’s newsletter, we can now advise that BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance is offering a number of exciting apprenticeship opportunities in Central Queensland at Daunia Mine. Apprenticeships are available in 3 trades: Auto Electrician, Mechanical Fitter, and Diesel Fitter. These are fly-in-fly-out jobs, flying from Brisbane Airport. For more information see the attached flyer.

Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development