Community Service Training & Development Centre

An innovative approach to the delivery of training within the Traineeship Framework

CSTDC’s unique approach to Traineeships distinguishes it from other training providers in the following ways:

• Learning is based on real and current case studies;
• Learning focuses on the key competencies of active problem solving,
  team work and planning;
• The collection and analysis of information that is relevant to the trainee’s
  organisation of employment; and
• Relationships between the trainee, trainer and employer that are collaborative

Futures of Traineeships

• A traineeship is a formal training agreement, registered with the Training and Skills Commission SA…
• The employer agrees to provide employment and access to structured accredited training, in order to gain a skilled and productive worker.
• Training is industry designed and competency based, and leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
• Traineeships normally vary in length from 6 – 15 months, depending on the outcomes of credit transfer, workplace assessment and time commitment.
• Formal training will be delivered with a combination of both on-the-job and off-the-job components.

Benefits of Traineeships

The Contract of Training system offers benefits to both trainees and employers.

For a Trainee the benefits include:

• Structured training and employment for the period of the contract
• The opportunity to gain a qualification that is nationally recognised
• A solid foundation for the future
• State Government subsidies for the training (conditions apply)
• Increasing the potential for greater earnings
• Providing for recognition of current competencies/RPL
• Being paid while you are being trained

For Employers a Contract of Training:

• Produces workers trained to meet employers’ needs for industry accreditation
• Increases the skill levels of your workforce
• Delivers planned, formalised and flexible training
• Provides eligibility for Commonwealth employer incentives
• Provides training against nationally recognised industry standards