Facts for students and parents
A flexible school program allows students to effectively combine a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SAT) while studying for their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and/or Overall Position (OP) score.
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs) also provide opportunities to:
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gain new skills, learn about workplaces, and develop confidence
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put skills learnt at school into practice in a real work environment
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work towards a vocational qualification that's recognised by industry and can count towards a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
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fast-track students to where they want to be when they finish school - whether that's a job, university, or other training.
Young people and their parents or guardians are often surprised to find where a SAT can lead.
Steps to getting started
Five steps to becoming a school-based apprentice or trainee.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for students and parents participating in a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship.
Travel assistance
Financial assistance may be available for school-based apprentices and trainees travelling to attend training at their supervising registered training organisation.
Queensland Certificate of Education
A completed or partially completed school-based apprenticeship or traineeship may contribute towards your Queensland Certificate of Education.
Dealing with issues and problems
There are processes that need to be followed if a student is experiencing problems with their school-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs).
Support services
Assistance and support is available for school-based apprentices and trainees.