❓ The Minister outlines initiatives to increase apprenticeships in WA, highlighting record numbers, government programs, employer incentives, and regional investment. The response is largely positive, showcasing government achievements and future plans.
AnsweredQoN 400Legislative Assembly
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APPRENTICES AND TRAINEES — STATISTICS
400. Mr A. KRSTICEVIC to the Minister for Training and
Workforce Development:
Can the minister please advise the house what he is doing to
increase the number of apprenticeships in Western Australia?
400. Mr A. KRSTICEVIC to the Minister for Training and
Workforce Development:
Can the minister please advise the house what he is doing to
increase the number of apprenticeships in Western Australia?
AnswerView source ↗
I thank the member for Carine for his question. The good news
is that as at 30 June 2012 there was a record number of 45 075 apprentices and
trainees in training. The total number of apprentices has increased by 11 per cent
from last year. That comprises a more than 19 per cent increase in the number
of trainees and a 2.2 per cent increase in the number of apprentices. My son is
one of those 4 000 apprentices who have come into the system in the past 12
months. It is a sign that this government is committed to developing a more
flexible, responsive and resilient apprenticeship and training regime that
better suits the needs of industry and responds to the changing needs of the
economic cycles.
The state government continues to increase access to
qualifications, including school-based apprenticeships and traineeships. The
ongoing State Training Board's responsive trade training working group
has been established to examine ways of incorporating flexible training
delivery. The working group was instrumental in the commencement of pilot
programs in carpentry and joinery; electro-technology; telecommunications—data
and voice communications—and hospitality. The government has put in
place the preparatory pre-apprenticeship program, which provides an integration
of study and work experience and can lead to a shortened term of trade-based
apprenticeships. The government continues its focus on the Youth Skills
Investment Initiative, which provides funding for individuals to achieve their
first qualifications through a trainee pathway. This continuing initiative
targets the 15 to 24-year-old cohort who do not have any formal qualification
or who have been employed for more than three months full time or 12 months
part time.
The state government has been very seriously looking at the
ongoing incentive for employers to take on apprentices and trainees by
exempting them from payroll tax for wages of apprentices and trainees. The WA
Training Awards continue to recognise outstanding performance in various fields
and the great work done by both trainers and apprentices. The revised
Aboriginal school-based training program provides Indigenous students in
Western Australia with the opportunity to gain skills and training in schools
and to achieve a nationally recognised qualification. I once again point out
the great work done in my electorate at Fairbridge Village.
The travel and accommodation allowance policy 2012 has been
expanded to provide financial assistance for apprentices, trainees and
employers who need to travel for training. The government continues to support
the very solid idea of keeping first-year apprentices at home with their
families where they can be nurtured with the support of their family, friends
and communities. ApprentiCentre support and assistance will continue to be
provided to employers, apprentices and trainees to increase training and
achieve successful outcomes.
Last but not least, I also recognise that there has been a
significant contribution by this Liberal–National government,
particularly from royalties for regions. I think an amount of some $140 million
has been invested through royalties for regions, from the top of the state to
the bottom. It is a marvellous initiative in recognising the great work that is
done in the regions in particular.
is that as at 30 June 2012 there was a record number of 45 075 apprentices and
trainees in training. The total number of apprentices has increased by 11 per cent
from last year. That comprises a more than 19 per cent increase in the number
of trainees and a 2.2 per cent increase in the number of apprentices. My son is
one of those 4 000 apprentices who have come into the system in the past 12
months. It is a sign that this government is committed to developing a more
flexible, responsive and resilient apprenticeship and training regime that
better suits the needs of industry and responds to the changing needs of the
economic cycles.
The state government continues to increase access to
qualifications, including school-based apprenticeships and traineeships. The
ongoing State Training Board's responsive trade training working group
has been established to examine ways of incorporating flexible training
delivery. The working group was instrumental in the commencement of pilot
programs in carpentry and joinery; electro-technology; telecommunications—data
and voice communications—and hospitality. The government has put in
place the preparatory pre-apprenticeship program, which provides an integration
of study and work experience and can lead to a shortened term of trade-based
apprenticeships. The government continues its focus on the Youth Skills
Investment Initiative, which provides funding for individuals to achieve their
first qualifications through a trainee pathway. This continuing initiative
targets the 15 to 24-year-old cohort who do not have any formal qualification
or who have been employed for more than three months full time or 12 months
part time.
The state government has been very seriously looking at the
ongoing incentive for employers to take on apprentices and trainees by
exempting them from payroll tax for wages of apprentices and trainees. The WA
Training Awards continue to recognise outstanding performance in various fields
and the great work done by both trainers and apprentices. The revised
Aboriginal school-based training program provides Indigenous students in
Western Australia with the opportunity to gain skills and training in schools
and to achieve a nationally recognised qualification. I once again point out
the great work done in my electorate at Fairbridge Village.
The travel and accommodation allowance policy 2012 has been
expanded to provide financial assistance for apprentices, trainees and
employers who need to travel for training. The government continues to support
the very solid idea of keeping first-year apprentices at home with their
families where they can be nurtured with the support of their family, friends
and communities. ApprentiCentre support and assistance will continue to be
provided to employers, apprentices and trainees to increase training and
achieve successful outcomes.
Last but not least, I also recognise that there has been a
significant contribution by this Liberal–National government,
particularly from royalties for regions. I think an amount of some $140 million
has been invested through royalties for regions, from the top of the state to
the bottom. It is a marvellous initiative in recognising the great work that is
done in the regions in particular.
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