Trade Teacher of the Year

NECA TRADE TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Iaian Fricker (VIC)

TAFE (Horsham) –Federation University Australia

iaian is a dedicated electrical trade teacher who demonstrates a passion for the trade. He has worked tirelessly over the last decade to develop and deliver an education program that fits the needs of regional students, local high school students, and local businesses.

iaian’s efforts have resulted in the expansion of the Horsham campus’s student base, and meeting the challenge of running viable classes made up of apprentices across all years and different units. iaian is also delivering a vocational education training in schools (VETiS) program to year 10, 11, and 12 high school students. During the COViD-19 pandemic iaian has ensured that students and businesses have continued to receive a quality education program.

The key to these positive outcomes has been the deep relationships that iaian has formed with his students and local industry in the community. iaian’s philosophy of treating students as adults has gained him the respect of former and current students, who see him as not just a teacher, but also a mentor.

OUR SPONSORS

We would like to formally acknowledge and thank the sponsors of our National Awards, and for their continued support and commitment to both NECA and the electrical industry.