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School's in for Harley apprentices
Harley-Davidson Australia has introduced a new TAFE-backed training programme for its dealers' apprentice technicians in NSW and QldApprentice technicians in Queensland and New South Wales Harley-Davidson dealerships are set to benefit from a new TAFE-backed training programme recently unveiled by Harley-Davidson Australia.
Developed in collaboration with NSW's North Coast TAFE, the course will see apprentice technicians -- like Katie Elliott, pictured -- receive expert tuition that will help them meet Harley-Davidson's specific requirements, while also developing the more general skills required to become a qualified motorcycle tradesperson.
First-year apprentices will complete a total of six weeks of intensive training in state-of-the-art facilities at Harley-Davidson Australia's Sydney headquarters, where they will be familiarised with Harley's products and immersed in its culture.
The course will also give certain students a pathway for accelerated education, thanks to a 'Recognition of Prior Learning' strategy developed in partnership with North Coast TAFE. This recognises the completion of any nationally accredited units of competence, making for a faster student trajectory through the training.
By the end of an apprenticeship students will have an AUR30405 Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Motorcycle) and, says Harley, will have completed a significant proportion of the training necessary to attain the title of Harley-Davidson Master Technician.
According to Harley's Sales & Market Development Director, Derek Stringfellow, the programme has many benefits. “This training programme will create a new breed of technician and offer real advantages to apprentices and dealers alike," he said. "The Harley-Davidson Training Centre allows focussed training in a premium learning environment. We expect this will lead to technicians better able to work on today’s sophisticated machines, which means faster turnaround times and improved customer service,” he added.
Enrolments for the first influx of students are being taken now. To find out about employment opportunities see your nearest Harley-Davidson dealership or visit www.h-d.com.au
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