Flexible Industry Pathways

FLEXIBLE INDUSTRY PATHWAYS (FIP)

What is Flexible Industry Pathways?

Flexible Industry Pathways infuse vocational practices into the curriculum through industry & employer immersion opportunities.

Students can build a unique learning portfolio by adding a VET qualification to their SACE program, developing skills at an industry-standard level. Students have the opportunity to pursue multiple learning pathways which lead to apprenticeships & traineeships, further education and tertiary qualifications post school.

FLEXIBLE INDUSTRY PATHWAYS

Flexible Industry Pathways (FIP) are a new way of approaching the delivery of Vocational Pathways in schools. Flexible Industry Pathways are designed to prepare students for the world of work as well as meeting industry and employer’s needs.

Flexible Industry Pathway programs have been designed in consultation with industry and are aimed at equipping students with the skills, knowledge and qualifications to enter into employment or further study in the industry. Flexible Industry Pathways provide students with a clearly articulated pathway through secondary school to employment, or further education in key growth industries across South Australia.

FIPs can include multiple options depending on the student, their entry level, overall program of study and the industry requirements. Students will undertake a vocational qualification at Certificate I, II or III level that industry considers suitable for school students to support relevancy and access to future employment opportunities. Students can choose to study contextualised SACE curriculum that has been co-designed with industry to support their pathway. Students may also choose to complete their Research project as part of the pathway program. Students will participate in a range of Industry Immersion experiences and hands on learning opportunities.

Students will be supported to identify an appropriate Flexible Industry Pathway suited to their interests and strengths through quality career education and access industry & employer immersion opportunities.


In 2022 Flexible Industry Pathways will be developed and introduced in the following areas:

  • Primary Industries and Agriculture

  • Forestry

  • Health and Community Services

  • Tourism, Event Management and Hospitality

  • Automotive

  • Building and Construction

  • Engineering and Civil

  • Education, Early Childhood and Care