At PEER, innovation is part of how we improve and evolve. A recent initiative by the RTO Team has not only raised the bar for training delivery but also reinforced why PEER continues to lead the way in education and apprentice development.
In May 2025, Senior Trainer – Electrotechnology, Ian Cowan, led a bold and highly successful pilot program to fast-track one of the most academically demanding units in the Certificate III Electrotechnology course: EL0020 – Solve Problems in Low Voltage AC Circuits.
PEER’s ‘AC Theory Extravaganza’ was a 10-day, invite-only lockstep class designed to deliver theory in a highly structured, immersive format. The first five-day block saw 12 handpicked apprentices come together to tackle the unit head-on, returning five weeks later to complete the practical component.
The results speak for themselves:
- 10/10 satisfaction rating
- 100% of learners felt supported
- Completion time reduced
- Increased learner confidence
The pilot not only demonstrated the effectiveness of a reimagined training model but also showed the power of truly listening to apprentice feedback, something PEER is deeply committed to.
“This is a great example of where we’ve listened to what our learners are telling us and evolved our delivery model to make the experience better,” said PEER CEO, Brian Rungie.
“Delivering the class in a lockstep model proved highly effective.
Learner feedback included that they valued immediate trainer access, experienced improved understanding, increased motivation, and peer interaction.
Feedback also confirmed that the lock-step model enhanced engagement and learning outcomes for this group.
I observed the more structured approach encouraged camaraderie, productivity, with clear guidance.”
Through strong teamwork and a focus on improving the apprentice experience, PEER has introduced a new approach that’s already showing positive results.
This pilot has provided a solid example of what effective training can look like and offers a helpful model for future programs.
