Are you 45 or over? Want to learn new skills and increase your job prospects?
Workforce Australia – Career Transition Assistance (CTA) delivered by ETC is a program to assist mature aged job seekers build their skills and confidence to be competitive in today’s job market
ETC understands that adults come with real-life experiences and the benefits of transferable skills. Our focus is to empower you to grow and develop through our interactive and supportive program.
During ETC’s CTA Program you will:
Be respected for your experience and the strengths and abilities you have
Build confidence
Receive personalised career assistance and guidance
Increase your digital skills
Develop a pathway to achieve your employment and/or career goals
Increase your motivation and resilience in looking for work
Develop connections and networks
Learn how to stand out from others when applying for positions
The CTA training program features flexible delivery methods such as face-to-face delivery in small groups, or online delivery via Microsoft Teams.
ETC’s CTA course covers:
Developing goals and motivation to be competitive in today’s job market
Understanding the local job market and identifying suitable and realistic opportunities
Explore and translate strengths and transferable skills
Improve and tailor résumés and job applications
Navigate the job application process including job search apps
Practise and enhance interview skills and job readiness
Opportunities to explore different industries
Functional digital literacy including myGov accounts and mutual obligation requirements
Opportunity to utilise information technology and media devices and equipment, including internet connectivity, desktop computers and wireless portable computer devices such as smartphones and tablets
Preparation of a Career Pathway Plan to guide future employment steps
Access to ongoing support
Am I eligible for CTA?
To participate in CTA you must be aged 45 years or over, and be registered with either a Workforce Australia or Disability Employment Services provider.
If you are an existing ETC customer – speak to your Jobs Advisor. We also accept enrolments from outside employment service provider customers – so speak to your provider if you’re interested in joining the Career Transition Assistance program!
Why train with ETC?
ETC has been helping people find work and upskill for over 35 years! Our vision is to have a positive impact on people’s lives and our mission is to empower our customers through personalised services. Find out more about ETC.
ETC currently provides Career Transition Assistance (CTA) along the East Coast of Australia from the NSW Hunter region all the way up to Caboolture Queensland, as well as inland New South Wales around the New England North West region. You can find a list of our addresses and contact information on our Locations Page.
If you live outside of these locations, then you will need to contact another provider for this program. You can find a list of providers on the find a provider page.
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