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ACT backs trades training alternative to University Entrance
ACT proposes industry awards to replace University Entrance for trades training.
In brief
ACT proposes industry awards to replace University Entrance for trades training. ACT Party introduces industry awards scheme to qualify students for trades training without university requirements. Originally reported by RNZ.
ACT proposes industry awards
The ACT Party wants an industry awards scheme as an alternative to University Entrance for school leavers to qualify for trades training.
“Stop railroading children into thinking that university is the only path to success”
Trades as viable career path
Electricians, builders, and mechanics can earn while learning, build skills, avoid large student loans, and potentially run their own businesses.
Industry awards qualifications
Students with two industry-led subjects and a related academic subject qualify for trades training under the new scheme.
School funding protection
Schools receive per-student funding averaging $2000 for approved industry-led subjects to prevent financial loss from vocational learning.
What matters most
ACT Party introduces industry awards scheme to qualify students for trades training without university requirements.
