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Inaugural She’s Got Skills Trade Showcase Event a Huge Success!

Inaugural She’s Got Skills Trade Showcase Event a Huge Success!

Paige, Amira, Georgia and Mackenzie (Year 10 and 11 students from SCOTS PGC College in Warwick) attended and expressed their interest in a range of non-traditional careers including electrician, agriculture, and business for trades. The girls learnt there are many…

Chloe finds her career path, thanks to Skilling Queenslanders for Work!

Struggling with chronic pain issues and out of work for some time, Chloe was feeling disheartened with her job search efforts. That all changed though when the opportunity to be part of a Skilling Queenslanders for Work program at the…
Looking for construction apprentices? Jacob and Joshua are ready to go!

Looking for construction apprentices? Jacob and Joshua are ready to go!

Two participants of a Skilling Queenslanders for Work program, Jacob and Joshua, have excelled during the paid traineeship opportunity while undertaking their Certificate I in Construction and are now looking for employers to sign them into a trade apprenticeship. The…
Cairns Council Trainees Get Kudos!

Cairns Council Trainees Get Kudos!

At the recent BLA Careers Expo, a major annual jobs expo in Cairns (held this year on the 29th August), Cairns Regional Council staff were impressed with skills shown by their business trainee cohort who took on the job of…
‘Building Bundaberg’ project to support trade careers and much needed housing

‘Building Bundaberg’ project to support trade careers and much needed housing

From L-R: Jamie Hughes (President of BATSIHAAS), Margaret-Ann Goy (CEO of Skill360), Minister Lance McCallum, Keegan (Past SQW participant), Mark Thompson (SQW Mentor), Tom Smith MP (Member for Bundaberg). Skill360 is proud to announce an upcoming Skilling Queenslanders for Work…
National Skills Week 2024 – where will your skills take you?

National Skills Week 2024 – where will your skills take you?

After undertaking a mature-age apprenticeship and carpentry qualification through Skill360 (RTO:1607), Stephen has now progressed to Project Management and General Management of a construction company. (Stock photo) The 14th Annual National Skills Week launched this week and will again focus…
Skilling Queenslanders for Work Ignites Joseph’s Passion for Hospitality

Skilling Queenslanders for Work Ignites Joseph’s Passion for Hospitality

Joseph (L) (pictured with his SQW mentors Steve and Hayley) has completed the Hospitality Rising Stars program and is now working as a Kitchen Steward at the Hilton.   Joseph was tired of being unemployed. He had been out of…
Ian turns his life around, thanks to Skilling Queenslanders for Work

Ian turns his life around, thanks to Skilling Queenslanders for Work

A promising First Nation’s artist, Ian wanted to focus on his artwork as well as find work and a steady income. Recognising that he had made some bad life choices in the past, Ian had just completed a five-year jail…
Federal Budget 2024 – A Future Made in Australia!

Federal Budget 2024 – A Future Made in Australia!

The latest Federal Budget announced a surplus for the second year in a row as the Albanese Government’s continues to focus on easing living costs, investing in renewable industries and renewing Australia’s manufacturing industries, all while taming inflation. The key…
Supporting More Job Seekers into Careers through Skilling Queenslanders for Work

Supporting More Job Seekers into Careers through Skilling Queenslanders for Work

If you’re a Queensland job seeker, either new to the workforce or returning after a break, there’s some real opportunities to gain skills, make connections and enter a career path in 2024! Do you have a love of animals? Want…
BUSY Skills ‘saw’ the power of giving this Xmas!

BUSY Skills ‘saw’ the power of giving this Xmas!

From L-R:  Noel Slade; Cabinet Making trainer from Skill360 receiving the saw from Angelo and Ross from Rosscos Shop and Office Fitters.   When Ross Mangano, owner of Rosscos Shop and Office Fitters, ordered a new panel saw for his…
Let's Fly the Flag for Mates in Construction

Let's Fly the Flag for Mates in Construction

R U Okay? Day is an annual campaign to raise awareness of mental health issues and suicide prevention. It provides educational tools to assist individuals to recognise when someone is not their best self, and to start a conversation with…
Skill360 – supporting Business Liaison Association (BLA) for 30 years

Skill360 – supporting Business Liaison Association (BLA) for 30 years

From L to R: Jack Finerty, Adam Pringle and Mako Van Trigt from Skill360 accepting the 30 year appreciation award from BLA.   Skill360 and Business Liaison Association (BLA) have had a long history of working together to help North…
Blade and Gabby are now working at the RSPCA Black Cat Café

Blade and Gabby are now working at the RSPCA Black Cat Café

Thanks to a Skilling Queenslanders for Work program offering an 18-week paid traineeship at the Wacol RSPCA, eleven young participants are now prepared for the workforce, having learnt valuable skills in business administration and hospitality. Two participants, Blade and Gabby,…
‘Taste of Trades’ program to inspire the next generation of ‘tradies’

‘Taste of Trades’ program to inspire the next generation of ‘tradies’

It is no secret that, throughout Australia, we are experiencing a skills shortage, particularly in the construction trade industries. Local organisation Skill360, a part of The BUSY Group, who deliver a range of employment, skills and training programs, are determined…
What Opportunities Exist After Completing a Business Administration Course?

What Opportunities Exist After Completing a Business Administration Course?

What Opportunities Exist After Completing a Business Administration Course? Interested in pursuing a new career? From Office Management to Executive Assistant work and more, completing BSB30120 Certificate III in Business means being well prepared for a long, lucrative career. Offering students…
What Will I Learn through a Certificate in Business?

What Will I Learn through a Certificate in Business?

What Will I Learn through a Certificate in Business? Considering enrolling in a Certificate III in Business? Skill360 could be just the Registered Training Organisation for you. Dedicated to supporting our students to level up their industry-specific skill set, we…
The Top 5 Benefits When Studying Business Administration

The Top 5 Benefits When Studying Business Administration

The Top 5 Benefits Gained When Studying Business Administration Interested in fast tracking your career? Completing a Certificate III in Business Administration is one of the best ways to gain the qualification and skills needed to successfully enter the workforce.…
The Dos and Don’ts of Safely Working at Heights

The Dos and Don’ts of Safely Working at Heights

The Do’s and Don’ts of Safely Working at Height Want to make sure your workplace is set up for success? Building a culture of safety and risk assessment and aversion is one of the best ways to prevent serious accidents…
The Top Five Benefits of Completing a Working at Heights Course

The Top Five Benefits of Completing a Working at Heights Course

The Top Five Benefits of Completing a Working at Heights Course Regardless of your industry or chosen profession, having a RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights certificate can only benefit you, your workplace, and your colleagues. How so? A critical course…
Do I Need to Have a Working at Heights Certificate?

Do I Need to Have a Working at Heights Certificate?

Do I Need to Have a Working at Heights Certificate? Want to make sure you’re well prepared for the workforce? A RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights certificate is an essential qualification for any construction workers, building teams, and utilities crews…
How to Grow Your Carpentry Experience and Skills

How to Grow Your Carpentry Experience and Skills

How to Grow Your Carpentry Experience and Skills   Interested in furthering your career? Whether you’re brand new to the industry or have some experience under the belt, there is no better way to progress in your career, step into…
The Top 5 Benefits of Completing Certificate III in Carpentry

The Top 5 Benefits of Completing Certificate III in Carpentry

The Top 5 Benefits of Completing Certificate III in Carpentry   Interested in expanding your career opportunities? CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is an excellent course in gaining the practical and theoretical knowledge needed for a successful career in carpentry,…
How Long Does it Take to Complete Certificate III in Carpentry?

How Long Does it Take to Complete Certificate III in Carpentry?

How Long Does it Take to Complete Certificate III in Carpentry? Interested in levelling up your career? Whether you’re an experienced tradesperson or are just considering entering the workforce for the first time, CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry can help…
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