A write-in workbook that helps to prepare students seeking to gain a variety of apprenticeships and traineeships. It combines practical, real-world scenarios and terminology specifically relevant to their chosen industry, and provides students with the mathematical and literacy skills they need to confidently pursue a career within that trade.

Basic Building and Construction Skills, 6e is one of four titles in the Building Skills series. This market-leading text provides underpinning knowledge and skills for apprentices to work safely, efficiently and prolifically in the building and construction industry. Mapped to the latest CPC Training Package, Basic Building and Construction Skills, 6e combines standard industry practice with the newest industry technology, tools and benchmarks. Includes updated end-of-section worksheets, updated content, images and photos, and a robust instructor support package. Fully updated to reflect present day building practices, standards and legislation, with a strong focus on sustainability. The bestselling Building Skills series addresses the key competencies of the Certificate III in Carpentry. Series titles are built for learning with colour photographs and illustrations, online tools, and concepts explored in context to help student understanding. Work Health and Safety (WHS) icons identify critical points for concern and student activities help them apply the knowledge and skills. The Worksheets at the end of each chapter are a resource for teachers and trainers to provide formative assessment and feedback on learner progression. Premium online teaching and learning tools are available on the MindTap platform. Learn more about the online tools cengage.com.au/mindtap

This joint OECD-ILO publication provides guidance on how local and regional governments can foster business-education partnerships in apprenticeship programmes and other types of work-based learning, drawing on case studies across nine countries. There has been increasing interest in apprenticeships which combine on the job training with classroom-based study, providing a smooth transition from school to work. There are benefits to both individuals and employers from participating in apprenticeships, including increased productivity and job quality. Successful implementation is contingent on having a high level of employer engagement at the local level, notably in the design, development and delivery of programmes.

Professional Hairdressing and Barbering addresses the essential knowledge and skills of all core units of competency and the most highly subscribed electives of both the Certificate III in Hairdressing and the Certificate III in Barbering. This edition has increased from 16 chapters to 25 to address additional competencies, including a new chapter on Special Event and Session Styling. A holistic blend of practical skills, theory and professional attitudes, Professional Hairdressing and Barbering is packed with modern photos and illustrations that are easy to understand, and offers a realistic approach to hairdressing that leaves a strong impression of what to expect from working in the industry. The accompanying instructor resources include advanced information, learning activities and assessment tools, while the online study tools on the CourseMate Express platform contains practical step-by-step imagery, activities and further information to enhance learning for students. New, print versions of this book come with bonus online study tools on the CourseMate Express platform Learn more about the online tools cengage.com.au/learning-solutions

FOUNDATION SKILLS: PAINTING AND DECORATING, AND MORTAR TRADES provides learners with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to work in the building and construction industry. It addresses relevant common and OH&S units of the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Integrated Framework at AQF level 1 and 2 for the following trades: Painting and decorating, Bricklaying/Blocklaying, Wall and floor tiling, Wall and ceiling lining, Solid plastering.