SPARK programs - Ginninderry

Hospitality Pre-Employment Program

SPARK in partnership with Canberra Institute of Technology (RTO Code: 0101) are delivering an innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the hospitality sector.

Commencing Monday 6th August 2018, this 17 week program, will run 4 days per week (Mon–Thurs, 24 hours per week) and be a combination of practical hands on learning, theory and industry work experience placements. Please note the first 4 weeks of the program will be delivered in West Belconnen with the remainder of the program delivered at CIT Reid campus.

Conservation Land Management & Horticulture Introduction Program

SPARK in partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology (RTO Code:0101) are delivering a new training program focused on giving individuals accredited training within the Horticulture and Conservation Land Management sector. This program will introduce participants to career options and the range of associated vocational pathways. Commencing Tuesday 26th June 2018, this 14 week program, will run 3 days per week (Tues, Wed, Thurs, 28 hours per week) and be a combination of practical hands on learning, theory and potential industry work experience placements.

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West Belconnen Administration Pre-Employment Program

SPARK in partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology (RTO Code:0101) are delivering an innivative accredited training program focusing on skills development and potential employment within the business administration sector.

Commencing Tuesday 1st May 2018, this 10-week program will run 4 days per week (Tues-Fri, 24 hours per week) and be a combination of theory and practical hands on learning.

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Return to Work Program for Women

SPARK in partnership with Career Shop and the ACT Government Office for Women are delivering a new and innovative program focusing on women entering or returning to the workforce. The program consists of three workshops:

Resume writing and applying for jobs
Interview techniques
Personal presentation and styling

THIS PROGRAM FINISHED IN MARCH 2018

Regional Construction Program-NSW Residents Only

SPARK in partnership with Zac’s Place, Yass Community Garden, Southern Region Business Enterprise Centre and TAFE NSW (RTO code: 90005) are delivering a new and innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the construction sector.

Commencing Tues 6 March 2018, this 14 week program will run 3 days per week (Tues – Thurs, 26 hours per week) and be a combination of theory, practical hands on learning and industry work experience.

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Belconnen Community Service Early Childhood Education and Care Program

SPARK in partnership with Canberra Institute of Technology (RTO Code: 0101) and Belconnen Community Service are delivering a new and innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the Early Childhood Education and Care sector.

Commencing Monday 19 March 2018, this 6 month program, will run 4 days per week (Mon – Thurs, 30 hours per week) and be a combination of theory, and practical hands on learning and industry work experience.

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Youth Employment Pathways

Youth Employment Pathways is an individually tailored support service for unemployed young people 18 – 24 year old who live, work or play in the Belconnen region.

This program will provide access to vocational education, training and employment pathways as well as helping to improve language and literacy along with job seeking skills.

To find out more information contact BCS Youth Engagement Services on 6264 0204 or employmentpathways@bcsact.com.au

Kippax Connections

UnitingCareKippax and SPARK are jointly delivering a new program in Belconnen region called Kippax Connections. The program links people from West Belconnen and the wider Belconnen area to vocational education, training and employment opportunities.

West Belconnen Pre-employment construction program

West Belconnen Pre-Employment Construction Program is a new and innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the construction sector.

Focusing on the specific skills of bricklaying, carpentry and general construction, the 10-week program will be a combination of theory, practical hands on learning and work experience.

THIS PROGRAM FINISHED IN DECEMBER 2016

Belconnen Community Service Childcare Pre-Employment Program

Belconnen Community Service Childcare Pre-Employment Program is a new and innovative pre-employment training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment pathways within the early childhood education and care sector.

THIS PROGRAM FINISHED IN DECEMBER 2016