School-based Traineeships
Information for Schools and Parents
Vocational Training Services works with schools within the Perth metro area as well as in regional parts of Western Australia from Esperance to Kununurra.
Take a look through this part of the website to discover how Vocational Training Services can work with you, the trainee’s school and the trainee to deliver the right programs for you.
What are school-based traineeships and what are the benefits?
School-based traineeships allows secondary school students to complete nationally recognised training while continuing their secondary education.
These programs combine practical workplace learning with vocational education and training delivered to secondary students (VETDSS), helping students build industry skills, confidence and workplace experience while still at school.
School-based traineeships can contribute towards a student’s Western Australian Certificate of Education and may provide pathways into further training, apprenticeships, traineeships or employment.
Depending on the qualification and pathway, eligible students may also be able to access fee free training through funded VETDSS programs. Additional costs may apply for items such as uniforms, books, protective equipment or tools.
For further information about VETDSS funding and eligibility, visit the WA Government website.
How School-based Traineeships Work
School-based traineeships are arranged in partnership with the student, school, employer and training organisation.
Before VTS becomes involved, the student needs support from their school and a suitable workplace arrangement connected to their chosen training pathway. The school’s involvement helps ensure the program fits with the student’s education plan and can contribute towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education.
Once VTS is nominated as the training organisation, we work with the student, school and employer to develop a compliant training plan. This outlines the training to be completed, the workplace skills to be developed and the support provided throughout the program.
VTS provides learning resources, assessment support and regular contact with the student and employer to help the student progress through their qualification.
VTS and School-Based Traineeships
VTS delivers School-Based Traineeships (SBTs) across both metropolitan and regional Western Australia in Business, Retail and Hospitality.
VTS supports a significant number of school-based trainees at John Septimus Roe College, Swan Christian College and Mundaring Christian College completing their Certificate II in Cookery and Certificate III in Hospitality. Completion of these certificates can lead to pathways in commercial cookery qualifications and the Diploma of Hospitality Management.
VTS works closely with schools across metropolitan and regional Western Australia to support School-Based Traineeships that align with each student’s individual pathway and career goals.
Students complete nationally recognised training while gaining valuable workplace experience and developing practical skills for future employment and further study.
Funding and Fees
Eligible secondary school students may be able to access fee free training through funded vocational education and training delivered to secondary students (VETDSS) programs.
Funding is provided by the Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD), with funded places available through approved training providers. Eligibility requirements and entry criteria may apply.
Additional costs may apply for items such as uniforms, books, protective equipment or tools.
The following qualifications are available through School-based traineeships:
BSB20120 – Certificate II in Workplace Skills |
BSB30120 – Certificate III in Business |
SIT20421 – Certificate II in Cookery |
SIT20322 – Certificate II in Hospitality |
SIR20216 – Certificate II in Retail Services |
*Please note that the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business can only be offered to Year 12 students