Kicking Off 2026: Building Work Skills That Matter for Students

Our Work Skills Program for Schools in 2026 has launched and we want to start by acknowledging the schools and teachers who make this work possible. Programs like this only succeed when educators are willing to think differently about how students learn, and we are grateful to partner with schools that put student wellbeing, engagement, and real-world outcomes first.

We were proud to kick off the year with Swan Online at our AITT Bentley Campus, working alongside an outstanding team of Swan Online educators including Ms Poynton, Ms Anderson, Ms Spurgeon, Mr Soo under the Direction of Simon Bergin. Their commitment to creating supportive, flexible learning pathways for their students reflects exactly what this program is about.

The session was expertly facilitated by Arian Mianigivi, whose approach sets the tone for the entire program: calm, student-centred, practical, and grounded in real workplace expectations.

Designed for Students Who Need a Path

The Work Skills Program has been purpose-built for all students, however it is especially suited to those who may experience:

• Anxiety or school-related stress

• Difficulty engaging in traditional classroom settings

• Challenges with exams, essays, and high-pressure assessment environments

• A need for smaller groups, clear structure, and practical learning

• Are after an ATAR alternative pathway

Rather than forcing students to fit a rigid academic model, this program adapts to how students actually learn best.

We create a safe, low-pressure learning environment where students are supported to build confidence, capability, and independence - without the constant weight of tests, essays, or comparison to others.

Learning Without the Pressure of Traditional Schooling

This is not a program built around exams or academic essays.

Instead, students learn through:

• Practical, skills-based activities

• Guided projects and workplace simulations

• Collaborative discussions and supported reflection

• Clear expectations, consistency, and achievable milestones

The focus is on progress, not pressure — helping students show what they can do, not what they struggle with in traditional assessment formats.

Real Outcomes: Two Nationally Recognised Qualifications

By completing the program, students graduate with two nationally recognised qualifications, giving them:

• Credible credentials recognised across Australia

• Practical skills aligned to real workplace expectations

• Increased confidence to transition into further training, employment, or alternative pathways

These qualifications are not “watered down” — they are meaningful, industry-aligned, and delivered in a way that respects the learner.

Thank You to Our School Partners and Private Students

We want to sincerely thank Swan Online and the teaching team for trusting us with their students and for working collaboratively to create an environment where young people can succeed on their own terms.

We also want to acknowledge our other partner schools including:

·         St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls
·         Hale School
·         Great Southern Grammar
·         Swan Christian College
·         Lake Joondalup Baptist College
·         Southern Hills Christan College
·         Australian Islamic College (Kewdale)

As we move toward a broader rollout in 2026, we look forward to partnering with more schools and educators who share the same goal. We also look forward to welcoming private students whose parents have chosen to enrol their children in the program; providing them with practical skills, recognised outcomes, and a learning experience that genuinely works for them.

For more information about our Work Skills program please click here.