Nominations are now open for the 2008 Apprentice of the Year Awards. The Awards are open to apprentices of CVIAQ member companies and their Queensland based branches that have or will be finalising their formal training in 2008.

A number of changes have been made to the eligibility criteria to enhance the opportunity for member companies to nominate potentially worthy apprentices. An adjustment to an existing rule allows employers to nominate up to two apprentices from any trade calling. A criteria sheet is now included as part of the nomination form material to guide employers in determining the eligibility of their apprentice nominees.

A significant addition to the awards nomination process is the incentive for apprentice nominations from member company’s Queensland based branches. The interview with the judging panel will take place, where possible, via a video conference link through the TAFE colleges. If deemed worthy of an award, CVIAQ will fund the travel and accommodation of the apprentice to be present at the CVIAQ Annual Dinner and Awards Night on the 11th October for the Apprentice of the Year Award presentation.

Awards will be presented to finalists by CVIAQ President, Mr Rob Brown along with representatives of sponsors, Warby Tools and National Transport Insurance.

Nominations will close on Friday 29th August with the judging to take place in September.

Please follow the link below to download the nomination form and criteria sheet:

http://www.cviaq.asn.au/Downloads/AOTYA_Nomination_Form_20080527.pdf

N.B. Employers please remember that nominations for any trade calling are limited to a maximum of two apprentices in the final stages of their training per member company. This includes any nominations from your branches.