Veteran’s employment
Over the next decade and beyond, the demand will increase for Australian workers with trade, technical and science and technology skills within defence industry. The skills and knowledge that you have gained from time served in the Australian Defence Force are invaluable and can be transferred to a wide range of jobs within defence industry. There are a number of programs and courses in place to help you find your place in defence industry and transition into a civilian role. It is never too late…
A South Australian first, Flinders’ Military Academic Pathways Program helps military personnel transition successfully into Flinders university.
If you hold qualifications from the Australian Defence Force you can apply for undergraduate or postgraduate courses with a range of admission pathways available.
Your prior studies or experience may be recognised as credit toward your new program of study. Any VET national security qualification that’s level 4 or higher can be used for entry into a Flinders course.
Flinders University Student Veterans Association provides a support network and to help you stay in touch with the veteran community activities.
UniSA offers a Veterans’ Engagement and Education Program (VEEP) available to veterans, current serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members, including reservists, first responders, and immediate family members. By registering in VEEP, enrolled students will benefit from access to a defence community within UniSA, and personalised support.
Adelaide University has designed a new course in conjunction with the Defence Teaming Centre building upon the content of the existing and successful South Australian Defence Industry Leadership Program (SADILP). As a defence industry specific leadership program, the Professional Certificate in Defence Industry Leadership covers key areas such as self-leadership, ethics, networks, collaboration, dealing with complexity and managing change. Successful completion of the certificate may provide credit into the University of Adelaide’s prestigious MBA program.
The University of Adelaide’s new Bachelor of Technology in Defence Industry is a great way to gain a broad understanding of the foundations of technology, including computing, information, mathematics.
The Defence Teaming Centre delivers the Defence Industry Leadership Program each year with over 242 participants having graduated from the program since its inception in 2010. The program provides targeted, hands on, professional development that gives employees in the defence industry with personal and professional leadership skills.
The Naval Shipbuilding College has developed an introductory course on naval shipbuilding in Australia. This course will provide you with an overview of the exciting work happening across Australia and the many career opportunities this work will provide.
You can also register for the Naval Shipbuilding Future webinar series, which provides the latest information on the shipbuilding industry and how to become a part of it.
Microsoft Australia has launched the Microsoft Traineeship Program, designed to support budding technology/IT professionals to take the first step in their career. Together with MEGT, you will have the chance to gain paid, on-the-job experience, along with a Certificate IV in Information Technology delivered by TAFE, industry recognised certifications and more.
The DEWC School of Information Operations provides specialised training and workshops focussed in the areas of Electronic Warfare (EW), Communications, EW operation support, Cyber, Maritime Operations and other emerging areas that meets government, defence and high-tech industry related sectors requirements.
BMT is a leading international design, engineering, science and risk management consultancy who offer a number of industry specific training courses to support your learning and development needs.
