We want to acknowledge International Women’s Day and #EmbraceEquity. Although the number of females representing the electrical industry remains low, women continue challenging stereotypes and striving for equality. It is no secret that working within the trade industry isn’t always easy – females often face resistance when breaking into such fields. Yet, these…
NECA is calling on the Federal Government to include all full-time apprentices and trainees across Greater Sydney, who are still aged 16, in the COVID disaster support payment program. Under the current rules of the support scheme, eligibility doesn’t commence until the worker turns 17. The issue of in-eligibility has become urgent this…
Online learning can have its challenges, especially if you are not prepared. But if you develop the skills needed to make the experience just as effective as face-to-face, you will find yourself better able to learn in a traditional environment and online. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of learning…
The Federal government has announced in the budget an additional $2.7Billion to extend the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program. Under the expanded program, the cap on the number of places will be removed, and the 50% wage subsidy will be paid for newly commencing apprentices for a period of 12 months on sign up until 31…
UPGRADE YOUR SKILLS, BE MORE VALUABLE TO YOUR COMPANY, EARN MORE MONEY, STAY CURRENT/RELEVANT AT THE NEW STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY FACILITY IN NEW SOUTH WALES! [Registration is now available for our telecommunications courses at our amazing, new facility in Chullora!] Link to Courses HERE. As technology advances at breakneck speed, convergence continues to…
The National Electrical and Communication Association (NECA) Training & Apprenticeships has always been committed to developing and providing the right people to meet the industry’s skills needs. However, ‘providing’ doesn’t mean sitting back and waiting for them to come, it means going out and looking for the right people. One such initiative is NECA’s…
Be on time. Punctuality, being on time is probably the most important habit you can create early in your career; your employer will value you for your reliability, and being on time will show a level of commitment that your employer will appreciate. Seriously, it doesn’t matter how good you are at doing your job,…
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…
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…
NECA External Students Looking for an alternative to TAFE for your apprentices? NECA Training is delivering the Certificate III in Electrotechnology to apprentice electricians from our Centres of Excellence in Sydney and the ACT. We have space for a small number of directly employed new apprentices to join NECA’s own first year apprentices in…