PEER’s Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprenticeship Training: Embracing Flexibility and Excellence

October 14, 2024

PEER has moved to a flexible approach to apprenticeship training, enabling apprentices to study at their own pace without the limitations of a structured classroom. The new training model is receiving positive feedback from both apprentices and employers, who are greatly appreciating the opportunity to have a flexible approach to trade school.

A Shift Towards Flexibility

At the heart of PEER’s success is our Flexible Delivery Model, which breaks away from traditional training structures that often include rigid schedules. PEER offers employers a choice of learning environments for their apprentices: on-site, at home and at PEER’s trade school. This flexibility allows apprentices to learn without the constraints of fixed schedules, aligning with the dynamic and ever-changing needs of industry.

Jordan Hocking, PEER Refrigeration Apprentice, currently hosted by T&S Refrigeration, appreciates this flexibility:

“I find the flexible classroom structure provided at PEER is favourable to my own style of learning. I much prefer to work at my own pace and complete modules in an open-ended order.”

This new approach reflects PEER’s commitment to accommodating diverse learning preferences and empowering apprentices to excel on their own terms.

Dual Trade Advantages

PEER offers dual trade apprenticeship training, combining electrical and refrigeration & air conditioning qualifications into a comprehensive program. This initiative develops apprentices’ skill sets and meets the evolving demands of employers.

Supportive Learning Environment

The Flex Model emphasises personalised support alongside flexibility. Apprentices benefit from digitised training resources, industry-simulated workshops, and guidance from professional trainers adapted to individual progress. Jordan adds,

“The flexible structure
hasn’t hindered access to assistance from trainers because all students progress at different stages.”

This personalised approach ensures apprentices receive timely support tailored to their unique learning journeys.

Industry Recognition and Feedback

Employers praise PEER for seamlessly integrating apprentices into workforce planning without the disruptions of fixed school schedules. The flexibility to enrol apprentices at any time and location helps mitigate challenges such as work downtimes and project delays, demonstrating PEER’s commitment to industry responsiveness.

PEER’s Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprenticeship Training signifies a new era in vocational education, where flexibility meets excellence. By embracing the Flex Model, PEER not only empowers apprentices to thrive but also equips them with skills vital to today’s rapidly evolving industries. Jordan’s experience illustrates how this innovative approach sets a benchmark in apprenticeship training, ensuring future tradespeople are well-prepared for upcoming challenges and opportunities.

For more information, visit peer.com.au