Pre-vocational training: a student’s perspective
The MTA Institute’s five-week Automotive Vocational Preparation course delivers a basic introduction to the automotive industry, enabling students to learn from experienced trainers in a workshop setting about the fundamentals of the mechanical trade and discover if a career in automotive is something they want to pursue. 20-year-old Reuben Nash took the opportunity to complete […]
Apprentice of the Month, September 2021: Mitchell Johnston
Mitchell Johnston is the MTA Institute Apprentice of the Month for September 2021. In fact, Mitchell, at 18 years old, recently completed his light vehicle apprenticeship – training that he started at school when he was just 15. Clearly talented and passionate about the work, Mitchell has impressed with his work ethic and skills. “Mitchell […]
2021 MTA Queensland Apprentice of the Year Award Finalists
On the 20th of November, MTA Queensland will be hosting its Industry Gala at the Emporium Hotel, Southbank in Brisbane. This year will mark the event’s return following its COVID-related cancellation in 2020, and it will be, once again, an evening that brings together all sectors of the automotive industry to celebrate the achievements of […]
Apprentice of the Month, October 2021: Todd Marshall
Todd Marshall is the MTA Institute Apprentice of the Month for October 2021. The 38-year-old works for Insane Performance in Rockhampton and actually completed his training in September, reaching the apprenticeship finish line in a little over three years, with his MTA Institute trainer Lloyd Cross commenting that Todd ‘has a thirst to learn and […]
The Road Less Travelled: An Apprentice of the Year’s Journey
With more than 2000 apprentices training with the MTA Institute, it is a tremendous achievement to be named as the MTA Queensland Apprentice of the Year. It is an accolade that recognises an apprentice who has the passion, skills, and enthusiasm for the job, who has put in the hard yards to learn and succeed, […]
How Do I Start an Automotive Apprenticeship?
Wanting to start a career in the automotive industry but not sure where to start? An apprenticeship or traineeship is a great way to get ahead and earn while you learn. Once you have completed your apprenticeship or traineeship, you’ll have the knowledge, experience, and qualification to begin your career in the industry. Benefits of becoming an apprentice or trainee There are […]
Apprentice of the Month, November 2021: Andrew Shepherd
Andrew Shepherd is the Apprentice of the Month for November 2021. The 23-year-old has actually completed his Heavy Commercial Vehicle apprenticeship and works as a fully qualified mechanic with Trucks On The Run in Toowoomba, a business that offers truck and trailer repairs and maintenance, mobile and on-site servicing, and a 24/7 breakdown service. Andrew […]
Apprentice of the Month, December 2021: Britain Leotta
Britain Leotta is the MTA Institute Apprentice of the Month for December 2021. The 19-year-old works for Mackay Transit Coaches – which operates school, urban route, mine transfer and charter/tour services – and is just about to complete the first year of his auto electrical apprenticeship. A fine example of how the young and enthusiastic […]
Apprentice of the Month, January 2022: Emily Hodda
Emily Hodda – Apprentice of the Month, January 2022 Emily Hodda is the MTA Institute Apprentice of the Month for January 2022. The 20-year-old works at BMAS Biloela in Central Queensland, has already completed her light vehicle apprenticeship and, at the end of last year, started training for her Heavy Commercial Vehicle qualification. That’s impressive […]
MTA Institute Ranks Highly for Student Satisfaction
The MTA Institute has successfully navigated ongoing uncertain trading conditions and periodic lockdown in 2020 to deliver outstanding levels of training according to the National Centre for Vocational Education and Research’s (NCVER) latest report on Vocational Education and Training (VET) student outcomes for 2021. The VET Student Outcomes 2021 report is an annual summary of the satisfactions […]
