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EQIP Information for Students & Parents

 

  • Over 220 (19%) state high school Yr 11 & 12 students in Gladstone are involved with one of the four EQIP programs. 
  • EESC (GSESC) has won a national training award.
  • Work experience prior to application is desirable.
  • OP ineligible students can still apply through QTAC for university entrance (click)

 

 

Ultimately these programs aim to enhance the employability skills through working more closely with employers in Gladstone.  As such, the students are ambassadors for not only their school but for the four programs under the EQIP Gladstone banner.  Students are required to maximise their opportunities through adhering to the standards and expectation set out for each program.

 

Students involved in the EQIP programs have different timetables to regular students and should be prepared to undertake work experience and/or additional commitments outside regular school times.

 

Below is a brief overview of some of the main points students in the specific programs need to be aware of before committing to a program.  Students and parents must ensure they are fully informed before making any final decisions and you should contact the program staff and your school's HOD Senior Schooling for more information.

 

Click for information on:          TCGR       EESC      D2CC     BITS

 

 

   Technical College Gladstone  Region- TCGR   (Formerly  ATC)

 

-   Successful applicants must enrol at and become a student of Gladstone State High School.

-   Students work a 2 week rotational roster between school and their employer i.e. 2 weeks with an employer then 2 weeks at school.  This continues for their two years at the College.

-   Once students are signed up to a school based apprenticeship or traineeship, they are paid for the time they spend at work.

-   Students remain eligible to attain the QCE but are OP ineligible.

-   Students study a  Maths and English subject, plus Certificates in Business, Information Technology and Work Practices only.  No other subjects are on offer.

 

For more information and application details go to the TCGR Rpage.

 

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EQIP Engineering Skills Centre - EESC (formerly GSESC at NRG)

 

- Working industry hours, students undertake 1½ days at the Skills Centre, 1 day Structured Work Placement and 2½ days at their regular school undertaking academic studies.

-   Students remain enrolled at their base school

-    Complete site and safety inductions:

      •      National White Card – CPCCOHS1001A – General site safety requirement 

         •  NRG Gladstone Power Station Online Site Induction

-   The Skills Centre program lays down the foundation for an engineering trade 

     career. Students have the opportunity to try various disciplines including welding,

      sheet metal work, lathe work and drafting. These experiences provides them

      with “safe practice” practical skill development and the ability to make informed

      career choices.