A NEW online training tool is allowing apprentice tradies the opportunity to study in their own time while on the job, without having to travel long distances to finish their course.
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The masters in building training (MIBT) onsite elearning system offers highquality, affordable training for tradies in remote and regional NSW.
MIBT head of training and apprenticeships, Mark Goodchild, inducted two new apprentices into the online course last week.
“Traditionally apprentices would have to travel to colleges to finish their theory work, through this program they can stay on site,” he said.
“It’s a win-win for apprentices and employers.”
Mr Goodchild has been in the building industry for more than 40 years, and is a former TAFE teacher.
“Apprentices can lose up to six weeks on the job because they’re away doing theory work, this program allows them to get the hands on experience while still completing their course,” he said.
Apprentice carpenters Sam Brightman and Luke Ryan are currently completing the MIBT online course and said it was a great alternative.
Mr Brightman said completing his carpentry course through MIBT allowed him to combine theory and practice work without having to travel away.
“We’re able to get more work done,” he said.
“It’s more hands on, because you’re on-site.”
Mr Ryan said he was really enjoying the program. “I’m still getting the same certificate through the MIBT course as if I was at TAFE, but this program allows me to be on the tools more,” he said.
More than 1200 multimedia video lessons were created, including animation and 3D modelling to make the lessons engaging and fun, and difficult concepts easier to grasp.
Over 4500 questions were designed, with over 50 subjects covering six qualifications.
The courses meet the requirements of the Australian Quality Training Framework, result in nationally recognised qualifications, and are funded by the NSW Department of Education’s Smart and Skilled program.
