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Hunter Training Initiative

The Hunter Training Initiative is a school based student vocational education training program aimed at providing financial support and guidance for senior VET students. The program is a Coal & Allied Community Trust, Pegasus Training and Industry & Education Partnership Initiative.

A financial incentive is paid throughout the duration of the two year project to the successful applicant. All Year 11, 2008 VET students are eligible to apply.

Students and employers, please contact Hunter Training Initiative Ccordinator for more information.

Key Features:

· Flexible program—students can move between employers

· There is no employment contract between the student and the employer

· An opportunity to trial new staff for employers and work experience for students.

· Training opportunity for staff to develop skills in mentoring and leadership

Requirements:

· Student must complete a seven week work placement program that consists of two weeks during school and five one week increments during schools holidays.

· Employers will assign a mentor for the duration of the work placement
Ensure that no employment contracts are made with the student prior to completion of the program, the student must stay in school

· Be available for meetings with the Hunter Training Initiative Coordinator to provide feedback on the students progress

· Provide a safe working environment

· Complete an Annual Employer Survey