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8 May, 2026
NCLLEN celebrating collab milestone
Head Start supports students in Years 10–12 to undertake a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT) while completing their VCE, VCE Vocational Major or VPC.
NORTH Central LLEN is celebrating a major milestone support local students to commence school-based apprenticeships and traineeships through the Head Start program over the past three years.
Head Start supports students in Years 10–12 to undertake a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT) while completing their VCE, VCE Vocational Major or VPC.
Students combine paid employment and on-the-job training with their secondary schooling, working toward a nationally recognised qualification and building real-world skills along the way.
North Central LLEN’s Head Start co-ordinator and career practitioners deliver the program across the Buloke and Loddon Shires and St Arnaud in the Northern Grampians Shire, providing tailored pathway planning and one-on-one support to help students successfully balance school, training, and employment.
Each student benefits from personalised career planning, quality-assured training and ongoing guidance from a dedicated Head Start Coordinator, ensuring they are ‘work ready’ and can confidently balance school, training, and employment.
North Central LLEN CEO Jane Hosking said the milestone highlights the power of partnership in action.
“Facilitating pathways for over 60 students across our region reflects the commitment of our schools, employers, training providers, and families working together to support young people to succeed.
“Our industry partners play a vital role in opening their doors, mentoring students, and helping them build the skills our region needs. Together, we are ensuring young people can complete their schooling while gaining a genuine head start on their careers,” she said.
Students interested in the Head Start program can speak with their school careers practitioner to explore pathway opportunities and connect with the local Head Start co-ordinator.
More info: www.ncllen.org.au.
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