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Employability Skills Training (EST)

The EST program is designed to prepare you for the workforce by developing essential skills to explore different career paths and find the job that’s right for you.

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EST COURSE SCHEDULES

The EST program is delivered at our Career Centres or online. Contact us for specific locations, or download the latest schedules here.

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About the Employability Skills Training program

The Designer Life EST program is designed to assist our Participants explore their career options, help build job search and workplace skills, and enhance their readiness for work.

Our Trainers will offer guidance with:

  • Exploring Career Options: Discover various career paths and understand the skills required for these jobs.
  • Developing Job Search and Workplace Skills: Receive practical support to enhance your job search abilities and workplace competencies, including problem-solving, communication, decision-making, and teamwork.
  • Building Industry-Specific Knowledge: Gain insights into different local industries such as hospitality or aged care to understand their requirements and opportunities.
  • Connecting with Businesses: Meet with local employers to learn about their work environments and expectations, helping to better prepare for a future workplace.

By attending EST, Participants can acquire industry-specific skills and accredited training.

Developing employability skills

EST is made up of two training blocks which focus on different content:

Block One

Block One can enhance in-demand employability skills to boost your job prospects. Our Trainers will help with resumes, communication, interview prep, and problem-solving, while industry activities let you connect with local employers and learn about different workplaces.

Block Two

Block Two program can focus on job hunting skills, career development and interview skills. It can also work in partnership with local Employers to provide relevant skills and knowledge to Participants. Through pre-employment training, hands-on group activities, and work placement opportunities, Participants will learn practical skills to assist them in entering the workforce.

Participants have the flexibility to enrol in either one or both of these comprehensive blocks, tailoring the experience to their individual learning goals.

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Career Centre Facilities

Designer Life provides digital equipment and internet access for participants to use during classes, helping them build confidence, develop computer skills, search for jobs, and submit online applications.

Want to learn more?

EST courses are available if you are over the age of 15, registered with Workforce Australia Services or Workforce Australia Online. EST has a specific focus on developing employability skills aligned with job opportunities in the local labour market.

Get in touch with someone from our Workforce Australia team here at Designer Life on est@designerlife.com.au.

For more information about the EST program, contact us on our ONLINE FORM, or visit the Workforce Australia website.

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Collection Notice

Why we collect your personal information
As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and a Provider of Employment Services and Queensland and Australian Government programs, we collect your personal information so we can process and manage your enrolment and your participation in our offered services. If you do not provide personal information to us, we may not be able to offer services to you. Before providing your information, please refer to the privacy policy on our website regarding the program you wish to enrol in or enquire about. If you would like to speak to somebody about your privacy and the provision of your personal information to Designer Life, please call or email us.

Acknowledgement of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation Designer Life acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.