ACIA has announced a new partnership with The Industry School, marking a strategic move to build strong, industry-connected pathways for school-leavers across Australia.
The partnership was announced at a recent ACIA member-exclusive event on the Gold Coast.
The Industry School delivers a unique education model for students in Years 10 to 12 who don’t wish to study at university but are interested in bespoke education and training to pursue a vocational path.
Students spend five weeks each term in the classroom and five weeks in industry through an apprenticeship or traineeship. This ensures graduates are genuinely work-ready, stepping confidently into their new careers.
“Partnerships with industry aren’t just strategic, they’re transformational. Together with ACIA, we can open doors that many young people never thought possible and help them step confidently into their future,” Ben Hall from The Industry School said.
ACIA supports the Automotive Academy – Auto Body Repair stream, helping strengthen pathways for the next generation of tradespeople.
ACIA’s involvement allows ACIA members to play a pivotal role. By becoming approved academy repairers, members can directly support and mentor tomorrow’s apprentices, provide invaluable hands-on experience, and potentially gain new apprentices who have already developed the essential life skills needed for a trade career.
“Member support and participation in The Industry School partnership is vital. For ACIA, it’s integral that the whole industry has an opportunity to be part of this initiative so every student with a desire to join our trade has a pathway,” ACIA board member, Rob Bartlett, said.
There are currently six Industry School campuses across South East Queensland, with a national rollout planned, beginning with Victoria next year.
If your business is passionate about developing future talent and you’re interested in becoming an approved repairer to host students, the ACIA want to hear from you. Getting involved means shaping not only the careers of young people, but also the future of automotive repair in Australia.
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