Is there government funding available?
Through the new apprenticeship scheme qualified candidates could obtain funding.

Funding Availability & Traineeships
Through our professional associations and partnerships Forsythes IT & Training is able to offer a range of certificated programs and traineeships.

Funding and other incentives are available for employers who implement schemes to up-skill employees at a range of levels. Eligibility criteria does apply

Funding for Certificate III/IV Courses

Funding Available per Trainee		$4000.00 comprised of
	Commencement Payment	$1500.00
	Completion Payment	$2500.00

Forsythes IT & Training can help by:

• Conducting a skills audit and eligibility assessment
• Liaising with the New Apprenticeship Centre to undertake trainee signups
• Identifying the reporting requirements
• Developing agreements which are customised to meet your needs

Dedicated Training Programs
In addition to our publicly scheduled programs Forsythes IT & Training can deliver dedicated training programs for companies.

Units for dedicated training programs can be selected from the full list available for the Certificate IV and Diploma qualifications and learning outcomes aligned to industry standards and your organisation.

We have delivered a number of dedicated training programs to a range of clients including:

Delivery Method

• Face to Face - one unit per month
• Flexible delivery options - At Client Site or at Forsythes IT & Training premise
• Additional Coaching/mentoring Days available
• Incorporates assessments, assignments, learners journals and internal syndicate projects
• Relevant workplace examples, learning activities and assessment
• Projects which provide a Return on Investment
• Incorporate corporate/industry representatives as guest speakers
• CEO Video/input/content via recorded video

Assessment Methodology
Assessments can occur on the job, off the job or in a combination of both these methods. Assessments may utilise the following:

• Include assignment and/or demonstration through questioning (verbal or written) understanding of the underpinning knowledge of the competencies
• Demonstration of practical skill in a workplace or simulated environment
• Recognition of prior learning and current competency
• Third party documentation, interview processes and employer support documentation

Trainer Qualifications
Forsythes IT & Training have a team of highly qualified trainers and assessors with a diverse range of qualification and backgrounds.

They hold relevant training and assessment competencies as per the AQTF 2007 standards including:

• Accredited qualifications - Certificate IV & Diploma in Frontline Management, Advanced Diploma of Business Management, Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment
• Tertiary qualifications - Masters in Human Resources Management and Industrial Relations, OHS, risk management and change management
• Practical experience in public and private sector
• Experience in training to WorkCover, Public Companies, Mining Sector, Local, State and Federal Government
• High credibility and ability to develop rapport and deliver training from leading hand, supervisor to corporate level

Benefits
For the Organisation

• Training programs customised to meet industry/enterprise specific needs and standards
• Financial incentives of up to $4,000 per trainee
• The development of business specific training packages
• Alignment to organisational performance review development systems
• Supports organisational succession planning
• Flexible learning strategies to suit the operational needs of your business
• Provides a basis and benchmark for job descriptions and performance management
• Linked to strategic and organisational goals, mission, vision & due diligence requirements
• Ability linked to job descriptions, recruitment, performance and pay scales
• Professionalism and image
• Increase in innovation and creativity
• Potential to improve the internal culture in the areas of safety, production, customer service and continuous improvement
• Morale building for employees

Benefits
For Employees

• An opportunity to gain recognition of existing skills and further increase their skill base
• A nationally recognised credential
• Training and development
• Increased career opportunities
• Morale building

Why Choose Forsythes IT & Training?

• Local Proven Performer in innovation, training and sustainability in the Region and Industry
• Forsythes IT & Training will coordinate the entire training process from AAC sign-up to graduation
• Student progress meetings, additional mentoring/coaching days, ongoing email and telephone support
• Flexibility and customisation for client needs whilst still adhering to validation, relevancy and compliance with legislation and VETAB
• Early completion of training for Certificate IV & Diploma in Frontline Management courses
• Logistics - Forsythes IT & Training can deliver training Australia Wide

Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process of recognising competencies obtained by an individual through previous or current work experience, life experience or training.

A student may be considered for recognition if they have:

• Successfully completed a similar module or subject in a course studied with another Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
• Relevant industrial, workplace, community or life experience

Recognition requires that a student provides evidence of either previous Qualification/s or Statement/s of Attainment or detailed evidence of their current competency.

The evidence usually entails examples of:

• Direct evidence e.g. video of demonstrating a workplace procedure; a completed work project
• Indirect evidence e.g. a project completed off the job such as a research project
• Supplementary evidence e.g. third party reports from peers or supervisors

The evidence may cover individual units of competency or a number of competencies

A route to learning can be planned with the candidate and the assessor.

Credit Transfer/Mutual Recognition
Forsythes IT & Training recognises equivalent Statements of Attainment and Qualifications issued by RTOs Australia wide. If a student believes that they have already achieved the same, or similar competency with another RTO they may like to apply for credit transfer.

Students wishing to apply for credit transfer will need to provide either an original or certified copy of their qualification.

The units of competency that make up the qualification will be checked against the current units. In some cases the student may only receive partial recognition if the units have changed or new elements have been added.

Forsythes IT & Training reserves the right to check with the other RTO the training and units of competency that made up the qualification.

Credit Transfer means credit towards a qualification granted to students on the basis of outcomes gained by a student through participation in nationally accredited courses with another RTO.

Credit Transfer is available to any student enrolling with Forsythes IT & Training.