What is an Apprenticeship / Traineeship?

Australian Apprenticeships are also known in Queensland as Australian Apprenticeships and traineeships are the major form of entry level employment and training for job seekers in Australia and are increasingly being used by employers to upgrade their existing employee’s skills and qualification levels.

Australian Apprenticeships and traineeships provide your staff with relevant hands on experience, skills and knowledge through structured (on-the job and off-the-job) training. Unlike full-time university or college, apprentices and trainees are paid a wage while undertaking their qualification.

How your business can benefit from Australian Apprenticeships and traineeships…

• You get to choose the training provider, as well as have input into how, where and when the training is delivered
• You get to improve your staff’s skills and knowledge, which can increase staff motivation, productivity, customer service, quality assurance, staff retention and your business’ overall competitiveness
• You may receive Australian Government incentives of up to $4,000 or even more in some cases, which can help cover staff training and development costs.* For more information on incentives click here
• Your employee’s training costs maybe subsidised by the State Government *
• Your may be able to pay your new employees a reduced training wage while they are undertaking an apprenticeship or traineeship #
• You may be entitled to Payroll Tax Exemptions for new employees # *
• You get to choose from over 600 qualifications, ensuring that you find a an apprenticeship or traineeship that suits your specific business requirements
• Your staff receive training that is designed by your industry specifically for your industry
• You can provide your employees with real career pathways in your business

* Must meet eligibility criteria
# Available for new employees only

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What is the difference between an apprenticeship and a traineeship?

A full-time Australian Apprenticeship (commonly referred to as a ‘Trade’) will usually take three to four years to complete, while a full-time traineeship will usually take between one to three years and generally covers all other non-trade related qualifications. Part-time and Australian School-based Apprenticeships and traineeships normally take twice as long to complete as their full-time equivalent.

The good news is that apprenticeships and traineeships are now competency based, which means that the faster your employee can learn and apply their new skills, the sooner they will become qualified.

Examples of apprenticeship and traineeship occupations include:

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