HITsa Partners with Jobs Statewide
to Empower Job Seekers with Retail Training
HITsa is ecstatic to announce it's partnership with Jobs Statewide to deliver the SIR30216 Certificate III in Retail, aimed at providing clients with valuable skills training for employment. The training commenced on June 11th at three Jobs Statewide sites: Oaklands, Elizabeth, and Woodville. The next intake is set to begin early August.
Training commenced on 11.06.2024 with students graduating on 26.07.2024, during which students gain a full qualification. To keep the learning process engaging, the curriculum includes a blend of written exercises with fun, practical activities, making the learning process both enjoyable and effective.
"Produce Visual Merchandise Displays" was a clear favourite amongst the students. Taking opportunities as they presented, the Oaklands group left the classroom to visit Westfield to take in the retail environment surrounding them, learning what makes a great visual display.
And over at Elizabeth students posed with their "Christmas in July" Visual Display - great effort all!
To support student engagement and attendance, Jobs Statewide generously provides lunch daily. This initiative allowed students to bond and form new friendships. As the program progressed, students became more comfortable with each other and by the end, feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with many students exchanging personal information to stay in touch.
A crucial aspect of the training was not only to equip students with the skills required for retail positions but also to enhance their social skills, celebrate participation and attendance, and instil a sense of responsibility and routine. These elements are essential for their future endeavours.
To celebrate their achievements, a graduation ceremony was held. For many students, it was the first time they had completed a program from start to finish and achieved a tangible outcome. Celebrating these milestones is vital as it encourages them to pursue new opportunities and builds confidence in their abilities.
HITsa and Jobs Statewide are proud of the success of this program and look forward to continuing to empower individuals with the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the retail industry and beyond. We look forward to seeing our students succeed and make meaningful contributions to the workforce.
Pictured below are recent graduates from Woodville - Congratulations to all students and HITsa Trainers and Staff wish you all the best for the future!
HITsa made it to the Finals!
@ Salisbury City Centre Business Awards
For the 3rd year in a row, HITsa has made the finals in the Training/Employment Services category. 3rd time lucky? We hope so!
The awards ceremony will be held on Wednesday 28th August at the Salisbury Community Hub.
Thank you for your support and for voting for us.
🤞 Fingers crossed for the win!
Chef for Life
🚨 Program Launch!
HITsa is excited to be involved in this program which brings together a range of industry partners to introduce 'Chef for Life', a new Skill Shortage Solution program that will run in Adelaide commencing September 2024.
This partnership of education, training, employment, hospitality, and local government professionals will ensure success addressing the skills shortages in the Culinary industry.
Together, we are committed to delivering targeted solutions that not only address this skills shortage but also promote awareness and create pathways for individuals to pursue rewarding careers in the culinary field.
Stay tuned for updates on this exciting initiative...
Delicious Desserts on Show in the Kitchen
Lots more delicious creations coming out of the kitchen this past month - the star attraction being one of our favourite units, Produce Desserts.
TBH, by the end of the block Chef was sugared out and in need of a detox!
These fantastic desserts were all created by and hand decorated using a classic flan base and toppings based on personal preference of the students.
And if you are a lover of a more old fashioned winter warmers then check out the apple pie (pictured bottom) - looks too good to eat!
Like to find out more about the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery? Take a look here
Basic Skills in the Food Industry starts early September - this is a 3 week course that will provide introductory training to a commercial kitchen - if you would like to register or find out more take a look!
Prepare and Serve Cocktails
SITHFAB030
Hospo students made some impressive cocktails in July at their recent Prepare and Serve Cocktails training.
Below Ashlee makes a strong Espresso Martini - just what is needed to keep the Monday buzz going.
Cocktails with a smile: check out these fantastic looking drinks made by Ela and Skye! (they tasted pretty good too...)
SITHFAB030 Prepare and Serve Cocktails is delivered as a short course at both HITsa Clarence Gardens and Salisbury.
Don’t know what to do with a Boston shaker and the difference between muddle, float, layer and build?? Then our cocktail course is a must.
MEET THE TEAM
Welcome Jo
HITsa Business Manager
HITsa is very excited to welcome Jo into the team. Jo recently commenced the role of Business Manager and has fastly become a bright and vibrant member of the team.
Jo is eager to bring her skills and expertise to HITsa Training and Employment and looks forward to meeting you in the near future.
Tell us a bit about you
Growing up as a young horse rider in the Murray lands, I learned the value of perseverance. My horse instilled in me lessons about respect, hard work, and joy. Through this experience, I developed a strong sense of responsibility, commitment, critical thinking and effective communication. These lessons taught me that perseverance is essential for success in life. This foundation served me well as I made several moves across Australia—from Adelaide to Melbourne, Toowoomba, and Canberra, and then, after 25 years, back to Adelaide with our three children in tow. Now grown, my three children have added both immense joy and significant challenges to my life, a bit like my horses really 😊. While two of them live interstate and overseas, I’m very glad that one lives just 2 minutes away from home.
| Date | Site | Course |
| 12.08.2024 | Salisbury | Basic Gaming (CBS^ Approved) |
| 19.08.2024 | Clarence Gardens | Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee |
| 19.08.2024 | Salisbury | Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol |
| 21.08.2024 | Salisbury | Basic Gaming (CBS^ Approved) |
| 23.08.2024 | Clarence Gardens | Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol |
| 26.08.2024 | Clarence Gardens | Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee |
| 29.08.2024 | Salisbury | Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol |
| 30.08.2024 | Mount Barker | Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol |
| 30.08.2024 | Salisbury | Provide First Aid |
| 02.09.2024 | Salisbury | Basic Gaming (CBS^ Approved) |
| 02.09.2024 | Mount Barker | Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee |
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
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| Tori R | Angeliki M | Bradley C |
| Tanya P | Jade W | Tanya R |
| Alana B | Shannon C | Abigail R |
| Ruby S | Melissa C | Ashley G |
| Rebecca M | Kayla S | Colleen S |
| Caroline T | Crystal R | Kasharna R |
| Mariana S | Hayley H |
| BSB30120 Certificate III in Business |
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COMPLIANCE NEWS
Work Placement and Logbooks
Students who are studying Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) and Early Childhood Education and Care and required to complete work placement hours to finalise their qualifications. HITsa provides Workplace Logbooks which allow students to record their experiences, hours and feedback from third parties.
These logbooks have been carefully constructed to gather valid, sufficient, authentic and current evidence which allows HITsa to meet the guidelines set out by ASQA - the National Regulator for Australia’s vocational and education training sector.
Completed Workplace Logbooks are reviewed by our qualified assessors and supported by further gathering of evidence as required.