What Can Blue Dog Training Offer Your School?
Blue Dog Training partners with secondary schools as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to deliver high-quality VETiS programs that integrate seamlessly into the school environment. This partnership enables schools to offer students a nationally recognised qualification, contributing up to four (4) QCE credits, while maintaining compliance with all VET, ASQA, and DTET requirements.
A qualified and industry-experienced Blue Dog Training trainer and assessor attends the school on a structured and planned basis throughout the school year. All theory, practical training, and assessment activities are delivered within the school timetable and aligned to each school’s individual requirements, facilities, and operational needs.
As Part of the Partnership, Blue Dog Training Will:
- Provide a dedicated trainer and assessor to your school, acting as a single point of contact for coordination, delivery, and communication.
- Provide access to an innovative online Learning Management System (LMS), offering 24/7 visibility of student progress and reporting for schools.
- Manage all student record-keeping, assessment evidence, and compliance requirements in line with ASQA and DTET standards.
- Contribute to the cost of resources and equipment required for practical training activities.
- Attend information sessions, school events, and engagement activities to support students, parents, and career advisor
Enrolment and Eligibility
Student participation in a Blue Dog Training VETiS program is subject to school approval. Schools select quality Registered Training Organisations to partner with for the delivery of VETiS programs, and Blue Dog Training is currently partnered with over 100 secondary schools across Queensland.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to enrol in a Blue Dog Training Funded VETiS program, prospective students must:
- Be currently enrolled in a Queensland Secondary School in grade 10, 11 or 12.
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident, or holds an eligible visa.
- Not currently enrolled in any other qualification funded by the department including a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship.
- Not have previously completed a Qualification funded by the Department under VETiS or a similar program by whatever name; and
- Have a genuine interest in pursuing a post-school vocational occupation.
- Carefully consider their training options before finalising a course of study, especially if they intend to utilise VETiS funding through DTET. See Funding tab for further details
To achieve the MEM20422 Certificate II in Engineering Pathways qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in all units.
Core
| CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
| MEMPE005 | Develop a career plan for the engineering and manufacturing industries |
| MEMPE006 | Undertake a basic engineering project |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Electives
| CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| *MEM11011* | Undertake manual handling |
| *MEM16006* | Organise and communicate information |
| *MEM16008* | Interact with computing technology |
| *MEM18001* | Use hand tools |
| *MEM18002* | Use power tools/hand held operations |
| MEMPE001 | Use engineering workshop machines |
| MEMPE002 | Use electric welding machines |
| MEMPE007 | Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms |
* Prerequisite units of competency
An asterisk (*) against a unit of competency code in the list above indicates there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) of competency are offered in the above program and must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk.
Outcomes and Further Pathways
The qualification provides students with an introduction to an engineering or related working environment. Students gain skills and knowledge in a range of engineering and manufacturing tasks which will enhance their entry-level employment prospects for apprenticeships, traineeships or general employment in an engineering-related workplace.
Completion of this qualification is a useful step towards the following career pathways:
- Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)
- Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal working)
- Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting and/or Turning)
- Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Machining)
- Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Diesel Fitting/Fixed & Mobile Plant Mechanic)
Training & Assessment
The Blue Dog Training VETiS program is delivered through a strong partnership with secondary schools, providing a seamless and compliant pathway for schools to offer nationally recognised vocational qualifications to their students. Blue Dog Training works closely with each school to support delivery that aligns with school facilities, timetables, and student needs.
Queensland secondary school students are enrolled with Blue Dog Training as the Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Blue Dog Training is responsible for all training, assessment, and the issuing of qualifications and Statements of Attainment, ensuring full compliance with VET and ASQA requirements.
Training and assessment are delivered face to face by qualified and industry-experienced Blue Dog Training trainers and assessors using the school’s existing workshops or facilities. Trainers attend the school on a structured and planned basis throughout the school year, minimising disruption to school operations while providing consistent, high-quality delivery.
Programs typically commence in Year 11 and are delivered during normal school hours as part of the student’s regular timetable. Delivery occurs over a two-year period, allowing schools to confidently integrate the program into their senior curriculum and provide students with meaningful, industry-relevant skills.
Student participation in the Blue Dog Training VETiS program is subject to school approval. As part of the enrolment process, students are required to provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
