Our Industry Partners
Partnering with Industry Leaders to Enhance the Student Experience
Connect ‘n’ Grow have partnered with a number of organisations to provide hands on experience and pathways into the Health and community services industry. Industry partners play a crucial role in the success and relevance of Connect ‘n’ Grow Programs by ensuring:
Up-to-date industry standards and practices
Aligning the skills acquired with industry needs
Offering valuable feedback for continuous improvement of our programs
These partnerships also provide opportunities for our students to complete the HLT23221 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance as a School-Based Traineeship.
Trusted by Australia’s Leading Health Bodies as their Preferred Training Partner
Alignment with the Healthcare Industry
Collaborating with Leading Organisations in the Field
Our industry partners actively contribute to the development and delivery of our programs, ensuring they align with current industry standards and practices.
Benefit from Industry Expertise and Support
Our industry partners provide valuable resources, mentorship, and school based traineeships opportunities to enhance students' learning experience.
Join a Network of Influential Organisations in the Health and Community Services Sector
Our industry partners play a key role in shaping the future of the health and community services industry through collaboration and innovation.
Seed Foundation Australia
Seed Foundation Australia was established to provide holistic career pathway wrap-around support to young First Nations peoples on their education and employment journey in the health and social service sector. Seed Foundation Australia work closely with First Nations students enrolled in the Connect n Grow programs to offer support and mentoring and pathway planning and job readiness for completion.
Seed Employment (GTO)
Seed Employment was established in 2019, to help meet the growing demand for trained and skilled Health and Social Services employees across Australia, CnG Employment’s goal is to provide support and mentoring to senior school students and young adults looking to pursue a career in this sector and connect them with employers looking to build their workforce.
FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our industry partners.
Connect ‘n’ Grow is an approved User Choice Provider, we are also looking for industry partners for school-based Traineeships. Please get in touch here.
In Queensland, employers who engage school-based trainees have several responsibilities to ensure the success and well-being of the trainees. These responsibilities include:
Providing a safe working environment: Employers must ensure that the workplace is safe and free from hazards, in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
Offering appropriate training and supervision: Employers are responsible for providing trainees with adequate training and supervision to help them develop the skills necessary to perform their job duties effectively.
Supporting education requirements: Employers must work in partnership with the trainee’s school to accommodate their educational commitments and ensure that they can balance work and study effectively.
Paying wages and entitlements: Employers must pay trainees at least the relevant minimum wage and provide entitlements such as leave and allowances as per the relevant industrial award or agreement.
Monitoring progress and providing feedback: Employers should regularly monitor the trainee’s progress, provide constructive feedback, and offer opportunities for learning and development.
Complying with legal and contractual obligations: Employers must adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and contractual agreements related to employing school-based trainees.
By fulfilling these responsibilities, employers can contribute to the successful development and transition of school-based trainees into skilled and capable members of the workforce.
To join our Industry Partner Program, we encourage businesses and employers to make contact with our office on 1300 283 662. We will then provide them with the necessary information and guidance to get started.
Industry employers who employ School-based Trainee’s in Queensland, may be eligible for financial support to reduce the cost of training and supervision throughout the traineeship. For more information, please head to DESBT’s website.
Absolutely! We welcome suggestions for potential industry partners. If you know of an organisation that aligns with our mission and can provide valuable opportunities for students, please let us know.
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At Connect 'n' Grow, we believe in the power of collaboration. That's why we have partnered with industry leaders to provide our students with the best learning experience possible.
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