What's expected of me?

By taking on an apprenticeship or traineeship, you'll need to:

• apply yourself to your training and make the effort to learn the skills you need to gain a qualification
• understand that you're making a commitment to your workplace and that you are responsible for your workmates and work property
• complete the training both on and off the job.

What skills do I need?

Firstly, it's important to know the difference between an apprenticeship and a traineeship.

Apprenticeships generally cover traditional technical trades like bricklaying or cabinet making.

Traineeships are usually in non-trade areas like hospitality, business, manufacturing and health and often take less time to complete than apprenticeships.

As with all jobs, different skills are needed for different industry and trade requirements. Check out Apprenticeships and Traineeships on offer to see which skills you need to fulfil your choice.

What can I expect?

Apprenticeships and traineeships - a great way to kickstart your career.
 

What's in it for you?

• You can earn wages while you learn.
• You can complete your training early if you show you have the skills.
• You can get a qualification that is recognised Australia wide.
• You can start training while you're in school.

Get the best of both worlds by being paid to learn on the job while doing structured training at TAFE or another registered training organisation.

Not only will your qualification be nationally recognised, you'll also have loads of experience in the industry of your choice.

You can now complete your training early if you can show you've reached the skills levels required for your industry.
 

What about when I qualify?

• You can earn higher pay.
• You will have more great job prospects.
• You will have the qualifications and skills that can lead to further education and training.