Competency Based Progression and Completion

Previously, traditional apprenticeship models were based on an apprentice and employer entering into an apprenticeship agreement for a nominal amount of time (three to four years) to achieve their trade papers. The next year and wage level progression would occur on their start date anniversary.  

In line with Modern Awards, some apprenticeships have an allowance for the apprentice to complete their apprenticeship once the competencies from the qualification have been successfully completed and confirmed by the employer.

Competency based progression is the process whereby when an apprentice completes a progression point, they may be entitled to a wage increase.

Progression points are triggered at 25%, 50% and 75% of completion of the apprenticeship.

When the competencies from the training plan have been taught and assessed by Kangan Institute to the progression point listed above, BKI will seek confirmation with the employer that the apprentice is competent of performing those competencies in the workplace. Employers will be sent a confirmation letter which is prompted at each stage of progression for every competency-based apprentice.

Once all the competencies have been taught and confirmed by the employer, the apprenticeship and qualification are completed simultaneously, and the apprentice will be certified as competent by the State Training Authority. There is no longer a need to make special application for early release or to serve the nominal completion date as per the training contract.

For further clarification and information on terms and conditions refer to Fair Work: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/awards-and-agreements

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