In collaboration with NSW Department of Education and Training, HunterNet Career Connections proudly prioritises empowering students with by actively championing the School Based Apprentice and Trainee (SBAT) Program and the Educational Pathways Program (EPP), cultivating a future-ready workforce.
The SBAT Program and EPP are integral components of HunterNet Career Connections’ commitment to providing students with a platform to explore potential career pathways in various industries. These programs offer immersive, hands-on workshops designed to engage students and foster practical skills.
Two standout success stories from these programs are Jaycob and Mariah, who have seamlessly
transitioned into a full-time Apprenticeship and School Based Apprenticeship at HunterNet Career Connections Host Employer, R&R Murphy. Their journey underscores the effectiveness of the SBAT Program and EPP in identifying and nurturing talent among participants. Jaycob started his journey with SBAT participation and Mariah successfully completing the EPP.
R&R Murphy Operations Manager Clay Skinner spoke with HCC about the success of both the SBAT and EPP programs which have provided R&R Murphy with new Apprentices.
“For employers like us at R&R Murphy, programs such as these help to prepare and build our future workforce for many years to come. Mariah and Jaycob will work at R&R to go on and achieve a Nationally recognised qualification whilst gaining on the job experience, all while being paid.” “In the current employment climate, the opportunity to find and develop excellent staff is a ray of light for many businesses.”
Cassie Stevens from NSW Department of Education and Training spoke with HunterNet Career Connections on the EPP Program which also offers a female only option “It’s a soft introduction where the participants are in a comfortable and supporting environment with likeminded females to start building knowledge of the industry.”
HunterNet Career Connections Workforce Development Manager Renee Harris has seen the programs deliver outcomes first hand “We are proud to have supported these individuals, the program is showing tangible outcomes and provides real world experiences, we will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce by advocating forimpactful programs that deliver outcomes for students.
The success of Jaycob and Mariah serves as a testament to the programs fostering talent and creating meaningful career opportunities.
