Big Sister Program

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What is the Big Sister Program?

The Big Sister Program is a women-only pre-apprenticeship pathway focused on electrical careers, including clean energy-related electrical trades. Delivered in partnership with PEER, the program supports women to build confidence, gain skills, and transition into electrical apprenticeships.

How the Program Works

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Vocational counselling (information sessions) to school groups, community/ sporting groups, and job seekers (post-school cohort)
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Accredited electrical pre-apprenticeship (Cert II Electrotechnology) training delivered by PEER
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Mentoring from PEER ATS’s and additional support through Big Sister Program
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Confidence-building and employability skills
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Exposure to electrical and clean energy career pathways
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Support transitioning into an electrical apprenticeship

Why This Program Matters

Women are significantly under-represented in electrical trades. This program helps by:

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Creating a supportive entry point into electrical careers
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Building confidence and job-readiness
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Connecting women with mentors and industry networks
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Supporting successful transitions into electrical apprenticeships

Who Is It For?

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Women interested in an electrical trade
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School leavers and career changers
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Women exploring clean energy electrical pathways
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Women wanting a supported pathway into an electrical apprenticeship

About the Partnership

PEER delivers accredited electrical training and apprenticeship pathways.
Big Sister Program provides mentoring, support, and advocacy for women entering electrical trades.

Together, we are strengthening pathways into the electrical workforce.