Reach your education and employment goals with
OCTEC's ParentsNext Program
ParentsNext is a pre-employment program funded by the Australian Government.
For more information visit the Australian Government website by clicking on the logo above.
Continue to witness the Participant success in our second book
Believe in Me profiles the next chapter for those we met initially, as they share how their how participating in our parent service changed their lives. It also provides further inspiration from our communities and introduces OCTEC’s Savvy Parents service.
Introducing Parents as they begin their self-discovery journey
The Power of Me is the first book we published, which showcases the success of OCTEC ParentsNext Participants in discovering themselves and what they want. We then follow them as they reach their goals. They share their stories to inspire others.
Work with you to achieve your goals in employment and education.
Listen to your needs and work around your busy life as a parent with great family facilities at our offices.
Connect you with general support such as health, child care, housing, and meeting other parents.
“I just wanted to be a mum and had no career ambitions. I wasn’t interested in doing any programs as I was too busy with my kids.
I attended ParentsNext at OCTEC in Tamworth and met my consultant Beth. She began to change my outlook. We discussed what my future could look like. I started to think about studying and creating a career.
I realised I could be a mum and have a career. With the help of OCTEC ParentsNext I was able to gain a Certificate III in Pathology and found employment with NSW Health Pathology.”
– Grace, ParentsNext Participant
Contact us
Let our friendly consultants work with you to find your education and employment goals while still having the most important job in the world, being a parent.
Phone: 1800 258 182
Email: parentsnext@octec.org.au