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For parents and students

Why youthBuild is the perfect opportunity for students keen on learning more about apprenticeships and a career in construction.

For parents and students

Why youthBuild is the perfect opportunity for students keen on learning more about apprenticeships and a career in construction.

HIA youthBuild is a fun, interactive and free opportunity to gain practical experience in different areas of the construction industry.

The learning program introduces various trade areas, developing students’ understanding of the diverse nature of the building and construction industry.

HIA youthBuild is a great first step towards an apprenticeship, as a work ready program – giving you the opportunity to hit the ground running.

The building and construction sector offers an array of opportunities and strong future employment for young people in Tasmania. youthBuild is a FREE training program that prepares students for a career in this thriving industry.

Why participate in youthBuild?

Gain hands-on experience of a building and construction career

Explore exciting trade and apprenticeship career pathways

Discover new training opportunities outside of school

Frequently asked questions
What will it cost?
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The fully funded program is completely free to participate in.

It is generously supported by the Tasmanian building and construction industry training board, Keystone Tasmania.
What do I need to do?
{{ propApi.expandedIcon }} {{ propApi.collapsedIcon }} youthBuild is coordinated by a lead teacher at your school in coordination with your HIA youthBuild Officer. You will be notified of any consents required for your child to participate. Schools will be your access point to discuss the participation of your child.
What are the career options for students after the program?
{{ propApi.expandedIcon }} {{ propApi.collapsedIcon }} An apprenticeship or traineeship is a great way to pursue a career in the building and construction industry via a structured pathway. An apprenticeship typically occurs after finishing school and combines on the job training with an employer with a formal study arrangement with TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

Apprentice pathways

Get ready for your apprenticeship

An apprenticeship or traineeship is a great way to pursue a career in the building and construction industry via a structured pathway. An apprenticeship typically occurs after finishing school and combines on the job training with an employer with a formal study arrangement with TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

HIA youthBuild and your education pathway

There are options to begin an Australian School-based Apprenticeship (ASbAs) during or at the completion of youthBuild.

What's it like?

Available while you work towards finishing schooling your school-based apprenticeship is a timetabled learning program structured around attendance at school, TasTAFE, or other RTO, and paid time on the job with an employer.

When can I start?

The minimum age a student can enrol in an apprenticeship or traineeship is 15 years. Under these pathways, students will be earning a nationally recognised qualification. improving employability and the opportunity to earn an income in an ever-growing industry.

Further information
Popular construction trades:
Construction site manager Quantity surveyor Carpenter
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Contact HIA youthBuild

03 6230 4600

youthbuild.tas@hia.com.au

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