Rebecca, AKA The Star Minute Taker, lives with a high functioning form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, along with significant anxiety. From a young age, Rebecca recognised that she saw the world from a different perspective and, as a person with a disability, Rebecca has been able to provide a unique insight into the challenges that… Read more
Abbey’s passion for machine work began in school and led her to start an Engineering (Mechanical) apprenticeship. Having been exposed to the trade from an early age, Abbey has invested time into becoming more independent and confident within her field. Abbey believes she has now reached a level where she is fully competent to work… Read more
Sebastian chose his apprenticeship because he loves working outside with his hands. Having made some life-long friends, he has enjoyed the course much more than he initially thought. Despite being diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), severe expressive and receptive language delays and an intellectual disability Sebastian has excelled in his traineeship and is (rightly… Read more
After several attempts at different career paths, Anthony realised his jobs were not what he was looking for. Anthony wanted something with a structured work environment and a hands-on job. Anthony began looking for a manufacturing career, and after securing his apprenticeship with Ai Group and Hardchrome Engineering, he knew he’d made the right choice…. Read more
Elly Findlay has been employed with Gforce Employment + Recruitment for 21 years. Elly started as a trainee and is currently Team Leader within Apprenticeship Services. Elly is known as the go-to person for connecting apprentices with host employers, advice on VET and employment pathways, and supporting apprentices from beginning to completion. Elly is particularly… Read more
NECA Education and Careers are the largest single employer of electrical apprentices in the space providing Occupational Health and Safety Induction programs to raise the safety awareness of a typically young cohort in the workplace. An apprentice induction can be confusing with each young worker having to understand the expectations of the employer whilst also… Read more
The AEN Fellowship Award is the highest recognition that can be bestowed on an individual by the Association. Specifically recognising their contribution to VET, and the advancement of Group Training in Victoria, Fellowships have only been awarded 9 times in the associations 37-year history – the last back in 2015. Gary has held the position… Read more
Whilst on remand, Donald became engaged with the Wadamba Prison to Work program, which provides Aboriginal young people aged 18-35 with pre and post-release employment support. Donald feels this program has been instrumental in him being able to start a new life with his family. Securing this traineeship has allowed Donald to become financially secure,… Read more
This year the AEN received over 100 nominations across 8 separate award categories. The judges would like to announce 38 finalists representing 10 GTOs with the award winners to be announced on 23rd November 2022 at the Plaza Ballroom Melbourne. Apprentice of the Year Abbey EvansAi Group Charmaine Thorogood-HawkinsWPC Group Jye-Leigh DrinkwaterBGT Jobs + Training… Read more
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