What is Employability Skills Training (EST)?
MTC Australia’s Employability Skills Training (EST) helps you build skills to be ready for work. Our EST program gives you the skills and confidence you need to search for a job, attend interviews, and when you start your new job.
If you’re an Online Digital Services Participant, please read this guide on how to refer yourself to MTC Australia’s EST Program.
Why is Employability Skills Training important?
In this targeted, intensive program you will learn what employers are looking for, and what’s expected of you in the workplace. Plus, you will practice new skills, so you have the best chance of success.
Am I eligible for Employability Skills Training?
If you’re looking for a head start in your career pathway, then Employability Skills Training is for you.
To be eligible for our EST program, you must be:
Aged 15 years or over
Currently participating in a Workforce Australia, Workforce Australia Online, Transition to Work (TtW), or Disability Employment Services (DES) program
The program is offered to two age groups: 15 to 24 years old, and 25+. Training is designed to meet the needs of each group. We cater to your level of experience, from beginner to advanced.
How Employability Skills Training works at MTC
At MTC, we’ve got flexible learning options – you can learn on a full-time or part-time basis. Employability Skills Training involves 75 hours of practical training so you can complete the course full-time in three weeks (25 hours per week) or part-time in five weeks (15 hours per week).
Generalist Course: Focus, Refine, and Apply
This course is suitable for participants who are seeking more targeted employability skills training and to understand the industry sector they’d like to enter. We cater to your level of experience, from beginner to advanced.
In the Generalist course, you will participate in a range of Industry Awareness Experiences, which help you explore different industries and workplaces, and get hands-on experience with workplace skills.
Practical Skills
A chance to get hands-on practice in skills you need in specific workplaces
Employer Presentations
Learn about expectations and upcoming vacancies
Interview Practice
Practice your skills with in-class real-time interviews
Alumni
Past participants give in-person talks about their experiences
Workplace Tours
Onsite workplace tours with local employers
Local Events
Career expos and industry open days
Industry Knowledge Hub
- Virtual workplace tours
- Digital presentations from local employers
- Sample job descriptions and selection criteria
- Sample resumes and cover letters
- Recorded Masterclasses on applying for jobs, job requirements, and expectations such as dress codes
Alumni Online
Interviews with past participants and employers about specific jobs
Specialist Course: Target & Try
The Specialist Course helps you gain important skills and knowledge that you will need when you start work, including IT skills, problem-solving, and communication.
You can focus on an industry of your choice and learn job-specific skills that you will need for success.
Choose from:
Childcare
Construction
Hospitality
Retail
Identify & Experience
1. We help to identify your strengths and gaps, so we can tailor your training
2. With a range of experiences, you can explore what it’s like in your chosen industry
In the Specialist course, you will participate in a range of Industry Awareness Experiences, which help you explore different industries and workplaces, and get hands-on experience with workplace skills.
You will learn practical skills, hear from employers and tour their workplaces, gain interview skills, have access to local events and alumni as well as an Industry Knowledge Hub where you will find:
- Virtual workplace tours
- Digital presentations from local employers
- Sample job descriptions and selection criteria
- Sample resumes and cover letters
- Recorded Masterclasses on applying for jobs, job requirements, and expectations such as dress codes
Introductory Course: Explore, Prepare, and Practice
We help you put new skills into practice with hands-on learning, so you can make the most of your training.
Explore
- Explore your skills and abilities
- Explore work options
- Explore employer expectations
Prepare
- Prepare your resume
- Prepare your online profile and personal brand
- Prepare job applications
Practice
- Practice interviewing skills and following up with employers
- Practice networking
- Practice IT skills
Learning outcomes
- Understand the local job market and find opportunities
- Meet local employers and find out what they’re looking for
- Job search and interview skills
- Communication skills for work
- How to make the right impression at work
- Training and education pathways
- Skills for career planning
Digital knowledge hub
As part of your training, you can access our digital resources and tools including:
- Sample job descriptions and selection criteria
- Sample resumes and cover letters
- Recorded Masterclasses on applying for jobs, job requirements, and expectations such as dress codes
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