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- The Great Australian Education Dream
If you hail from abroad and are interested in studying in Australia, or if you own an RTO and wanting to add overseas students to your scope but not quite sure where to start, than this episode is for you. We chat to Gil Polglase who is the Chief Executive Officer at the Lonsdale Institute. The institute is a CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) RTO which provides education in the fields of English, Business, Financial Services and Nursing. Gil shares valuable insights into student VISA processes and legalities, the learnings he experienced from navigating the global health crises of Covid on business and the importance overseas students have within our economy. Gil is a passionate voice and advocate for overseas students and has had us walking away from this conversation completely inspired to explore this area of education ourselves.
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47 min - Cracking the Compliance Code with a Culture of Quality
As we begin to round out Season 1 of Major Convos, we chat to compliance enthusiast Jodie Almond and our very own Regional Manager, Katherine Schneider. Jodie has had over 15 years’ experience in the learning and development space and is the owner of Coast Wide Training Solutions, a vocational education and compliance consulting company improving RTO’s Australia wide. Jodie and Kat walk us through the continuous improvement and processes of transitions, meeting compliance while remaining productive, juggling funding contracts and creating compliance eco systems within an RTO. You’ll love this ep just as much as we did recording it!
51 min - Virtual Reality Transforming Industries – With Hayden Morison
Join us as we arrive in the realm of science fiction, where augmented and virtual reality are reigning supreme. As we endeavour to keep up with the momentous advancements of software technology and development, we look to those in the know, Next World. Director of Sales and Marketing, Hayden Morison, joins us to discuss the benefits of VR we use at Major in our training, the edge it offers students through engagement and what VR training provides that reality can’t. This conversation is just as exciting from an innovative perspective as it is from a business perspective, as Hayden walks us through the journey of working for a start-up in its infancy, through to a company now delivering a product to 13 regions and languages worldwide.
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45 min - Big Leadership Energy with Jason van Koll
In this episode we have the privilege of sitting down with the dynamic CEO of innovative energy training company, Enertrain, Jason van Koll. Jason is a passionate leader who started out in the RTO space as a contract trainer before purchasing his own Registered Training Organisation. He schools us on tradesman skills not necessarily transferring over to leadership skills in blue color jobs and the importance of becoming self-aware, recognising your own weaknesses and becoming affluent in outsourcing or learning. Jason is a fellow podcaster and hosts the thought provoking podcast, The Growth Project, where he discusses topics such as a growth mindset, applying critical thinking where possible and the impact of the environment and culture of a workplace. Tune in as we delve into the world of personal and professional development with Jason, an episode not to miss!
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45 min - Super mum. Super tradie. Super woman!
In this episode, Corey and Matt sit down to chat with the incredibly motivated, current Australian Apprentice of the Year 2022, Jennah Halley. Jennah talks with us about her impressive resume of trades she has under her belt, now undertaking her third qualification and a certificate of business with Major Training. We speak with her about the turn her life has taken since winning her coveted award, the rise of mature aged apprentices, the importance of investing in yourself, managing staff efficiently and having a “can do” attitude when it comes to securing an apprenticeship. This ep will leave you feeling empowered to take on anything, as Jennah's effervescent personality inspires us all to just get out there and give it a go!
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41 min - Is it time to contact a GTO?
In Episode 4, we welcome the general manager of OSMAC, Ahmed Saloojee, and HR manager, Patelo Patelo. Join us as we delve into the purpose of Group Training Organisations (GTO’s), the common misconceptions attached to them and the advantages of using group training methods when it comes to
managing apprentices. The boys raise interesting concepts like the myth of the 4 year apprenticeship and give us gems of wisdom seen in the likes of “The only way to secure your staffing for your future is to grow your own”. Ahmed and Patelo brought a light-hearted energy to this episode, delivering friendly jabsand inside jokes which left us laughing out loud. If you are an apprentice, looking at becoming one or looking to employ one, this ep is a must listen!Where you can find OSMAC:https://www.ogt.com.auInstagram
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55 min - Navigating the Challenges of an Apprentices Journey. w/Cassandra Horan
On this episode of Major Convos, Matt and Corey are joined again by the General Manager of BUSY At Work, Cassandra Horan. The episode dives into the challenges with Apprentice retention and how mentoring and a support network can assist them on their journey. This Episode is light, educational and full of banter!
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43 min - Supporting Australia’s Apprentices w/Cassandra Horan
On this episode of Major Convos, Matt and Corey are joined by the General Manager of BUSY At Work, Cassandra Horan. The episode dives into what an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network or an 'AASN' is, how they serve apprentices and where they fit into the industry. This Episode is light, educational and full of banter!
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28 min - What is an RTO?
We know this is a topic that could be 10hrs long and we can't cover it all, So we will be having guests from other Registered Training Organisations as well as other industry professionals on the Podcast.
Join us on this journey as we dive deep into the world of Education and Training.
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37 min - Introducing 'Major Convos'
Welcome to "Major Convos," the podcast exploring education and training. Join us for insightful conversations with experts, covering trends, innovations, and challenges. We dive deep into teaching methods, technologies, and alternative education. Discover success stories, inclusivity strategies, and practical insights for your educational journey. Let's unlock the full potential of education together.
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About Major Convos
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Welcome to "Major Convos," the podcast exploring education and training. Join us for insightful conversations with experts, covering trends, innovations, and challenges. We dive deep into teaching…
methods, technologies, and alternative education. Discover success stories, inclusivity strategies, and practical insights for your educational journey. Let's unlock the full potential of education together.