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apprentice [n.]
1. a person learning a skilled practical trade from an employer 2. employ as an apprentice [v.]. DERIVATIVES apprenticeship [n.].
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ORIGIN Old French aprentis, from Latin apprehendere ‘apprehend’.
Compact Oxford English Dictionary
Apprenticeships in Australia are available in most vocational fields. They entail a period of training involving both practical work and studies and lead to qualifications allowing them to register/be employed in a particular trade. There are different forms of apprenticeship from school based to full time, with traineeships also possible, though these are regarded more as leading to an occupational outcome rather than a trade
Most states & territories have support bodies to assist in ensuring all information about apprenticeships and traineeships is readily available for students, families and employers. Commonwealth assistance is also available in this area.
Further information may also be found on the Careers Education and Vocational Education pages.
This page looks at Apprenticeships, programs, procedures, groups and other information for all Australian states & Territories. Information also includes Commonwealth involvement, research, search engines and other, general information.
If you are aware of any worthwhile information which is not included, suggestions or additions are welcome and will be given due consideration.
States & Territories
Australian Capital Territory
- ACT - Apprentices and Adult Learners
Apprenticeships, VET in schools and Community Education. - Australian School Based Apprenticeships Program
Involves part-time traineeships for senior secondary. - Youth InterACT
Information, games, publications, Have Your Say, InfoLine and more. - Student to Industry Program
Programs, Adopt a School. find jobs, ASBAs, resources, links. Resourcdes for all groups.
New South Wales
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
‘Are your looking for an apprenticeship, traineeship or other vocational training ? The NSW State Training Services has a range of services and programs to help you’. - Apprenticeships & Traineeships, DET
- Australian Business Limited Apprenticeships Centre
‘Experienced provider of Australian Apprenticeship services in NSW.’ Success stories, FAQs, links, value of apprenticeships, and I want to be an apprentice sections.’ -
Financial Help
Details of this. - Group Training Association of NSW
‘A Group training organisation - a one stop shop for all your apprenticeship and traineeship needs.’ -
Guide to Apprenticeships and Traineeships in New South Wales
Department of Education & Training. - Jump Start
‘If you’re looking for a new path, love a challenge, and want a career that offers great variety over the long term, applying for a cadetship with us is a great way to give your career a JumpSTART.’ From the NSW Government. - Young People at Work
Getting started, Know Your Rights, Leaving a Job. - Leaving School
Department of Education & Training. Options available. -
Trades Schools, School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships in NSW
Information for student/parent, employers, RTOs, more. You can also access this Questions and Answers about School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships document. - TAFE NSW
Applying & Enrolling - Apprenticeships & Traineeships.
Northern Territory
- Apprenticeships & Traineeships, DEET
Use menus for specific areas. - Australian Apprenticeships NT
‘Your one stop shop for information on Australian Apprenticeships in the Northern Territory.’ - Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Select Employment & Education then Apprenticeships & Traineeships. - Group Training NT
‘Where you find the best apprentices and trainees’. - HSTAC - List of New Apprenticeships
Training Advisory Council. - NT Apprenticeships and Traineeships Database
‘Use the form to search the database for apprenticeships and traineeships in the Northern Territory.’ Search tips. - Training and Beyond School
Includes Higher Education, Apprenticeships, Indigenous Training, scholarships and more. - School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships Policy
Queensland
- Apprenticeships Info
Apprentices & Trainees, School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships, business information, Information Sheets & Forms. Contact details. - Apprenticeships Queensland Ltd
Based in Ipswich. - Queensland Apprenticeship Services
- Queensland Training Information
‘Search or browse for information on apprenticeships and traineeships approved by the Training and Employment Recognition Council for delivery in Queensland. Including, preferred supplier scorecards, details on supporting courses and qualifications, restricted callings and preferred suppliers.’ - School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships
‘School-based apprenticeships and traineeships [SATs] allow high school students to work for an employer, train towards a recognised qualification, and complete their secondary school studies.’ - Skilling Solutions Queensland
A ‘State Government initiative to help you get the qualifications you need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.’ Includes Becoming an Aprentice. - SkillsTech Australia
Queensland government. Apprenticeship and T raineeship information. - Training
Department of Employment & Training. Includes apprenticeship information.
South Australia
- Aboriginal Apprenticeship Program
Contact details, links for specific areas. - Australian School Based Apprenticeships [SA]
Information, PDF documents, requirements. - Learning, Make It Work For You
Information linked to the change in the school leaving age and options available. - SA Central - Traineeships - Apprenticeships
- School-based Apprenticeships - Traineeships
Use the menu on the left at Employment SA. - TAFE SA - Apprenticeships and Traineeships
- Trade Schools for The Future
‘Student/School Based Apprentices.’ - Training SA
Information for students & the community, businesses, employers & employees, training organisations.
Tasmania
- For Learners, Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Includes the Guide and Fully Competency Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships. Other TTAC Policies from the Tasmanian Training Agreement Committee are found here. - Resources to Support Career, Work and Enterprise Education
Find how this works. PDF documents available. - Support for Apprentices/Trainees
Everything from Accommodation to Training Consultants. - Skills Tasmania Facts
‘For all the latest news and events’. Free subscription. - Tasmanian Polytechnic
Find what you can do there.
Victoria
- Apprenticeships Group Australia
‘Business name which unites two of Australia’s most experienced group training organisations, Gippsland Group Training and Apprenticeships Victoria.’ - Apprentices, Trainees and TAFE Students
Links to information from the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development. - Apprenticeships Melbourne
‘Contracted by the Australian Government to deliver Australian Apprenticeship Support Services to employers, Australian Apprentices, training providers, schools, and the wider community.’ - Australian Apprenticeships [VECCI]
Employment, Education & Training. - Career Development and Employment
Apprenticeships & Traineeships for young Victorians. Part of RMIT. - Skills Victoria
Home page for all areas, one of which is Get an Apprenticeship or Traineeship. ‘Information, links and tips about how to get started as an apprentice or trainee.’
Well presented ! - Support for Current Australian Apprentices
From VECCI. - Training Support Network
Provides information about government requirements, tools, resources, curriculum documents, teacher networks, news, other links, FAQs and more. - Youth Transitions
Looks at a range of options including Apprenticeships.
Western Australia
- Aboriginal
School Based Training
‘Will help you start an apprenticeship or traineeship in school so you can get a great job afterwards.’ Get a PDF Brochure from the site. - Apprenticeship
and Traineeship Policy Guidelines
Also access Fact Sheets and Forms. - ApprentiCentre
News, Job Board, videos, sections for various groups, contact details, Guide and list for both apprenticeships and traineeships in PDF format. - Office of Training Western Australia
[Government] - Regional Training Services
South/West WA. Use the menu on the left to access material.
Australian Information
Government and quasi-government groups.
- Australian Apprenticeships
Information for everything related to Australian Apprenticeships. The site for essential information. The Australian Apprenticeships Access Programme is linked to this. - Australian Apprenticeships Centre Search
‘Enter your postcode for a list of Australian Apprenticeships Centres in your region.’ - Australian Apprenticeship Job Pathways
Search, self help, information, links, careers advisers. - Apprentice Kickstart
Operates till 28 February 2010. - Australian Apprenticeships, Minister’s Awards
- Australian Apprenticeships Training Information Service
‘An industry site providing resources for AACs, RTOs, GTOs and other organisations marketing and implementing Australian Apprenticeships.’ Links to other sites including several on this page. - Australian JobSearch
Find an Australian Apprenticeship Centre nearest to you, access Apprenticeship vacancies across the country by post code and occupation. - Australian National Training Authority
‘A Commonwealth statutory authority providing a national focus for vocational education and training.’ Information for students, employers and providers. - Business Entry Point - Hiring Apprentices
& Trainees
Information for clientele.
Centrelink
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Australian Apprenticeships
Centrelink’s Home Page for this area. -
Australian Apprenticeships Access Program
Information about Centrelink’s role in this area. -
Australian Apprenticeship Centres
Information regarding referrals to these.
- EdNA Online - Apprenticeships, Traineeships
Enter the word Apprenticeship in the search box. You will gain a large selection of links as a result. - Workforce Innovation Program
‘The program provides funding for innovative, one-off projects that address workforce skill needs.’ Download the Guidelines here. Also available in RTF format. - Indigenous Australian Apprenticeships Kit
‘An informative and practical guide to building your organisation’s capacity to service Indigenous clients. It has been developed through extensive consultations with experienced workers in the field. The website allows you to access the contents of the resource in two ways.’ - SkillsInfo
‘Designed to provide skills-related information for industries and regions, as well on education and training and skills issues. The website is built around five themes : Education and Training, Industries, Regions, Skills Issues and Skills Links.’ Look for apprenticeships in the Education and Training section. - Tools For Your Trade
‘The initiative will help to alleviate the financial burden on eligible Australian Apprentices, in the first year of their Australian Apprenticeship, by providing tool kits.’ - What are Australian Apprenticeship ?
By the people who developed the Good Guides. Provides common sense and factual information about Australian Apprenticeships. - WorkPlace Portal
‘Provides online services, employment information, government assistance, jobs, careers, training and working conditions.’
Other Information
Apprenticeships for Specific Needs & Industries
Links to specific industries or work areas. Some state/territory level, others national. Also apprenticeships for those with disabilities.
- ADF Recruitment
Trades Training Page for Defence Force Recruiting. Information, contacts and basic detail about training, salary, initial length of service and then indicates a range of other details. Links to other sections related to recruiting. - BIGA Apprentices
‘BIGA Employment and Training is the leader in developing and placing building and construction apprentices in small to large organisations across Queensland.’ - Defence Force Recruiting
- Field - Australian Apprenticeships
Geared to those who suffer from disability. Information, links to other sites. - Tourism Training Australia - New Apprenticeships
Other Sites
- Australian Council for Private Education and Training
‘The national industry association for independent providers of post-compulsory education and training, for Australian and international students, including Vocational Education and Training.’ - Australian Apprenticeships Training Information Service
‘An industry site providing resources for AACs, RTOs, GTOs and other organisations marketing and implementing Australian Apprenticeships.’ Pathway Charts, government initiatives, industry information, What‘s New, FAQs. - Group Training Australia
Download podcasts, find career information, find an apprenticeship or traineeship, information for employers, find a local training group and more. -
Jobs Plus Apprenticeships Services
‘As an Australian Apprenticeships Centre we provide information, advice and support to employers, employees and other interested parties regarding Australian Apprenticeships’. -
MAS National
‘We guide you through every aspect of the Australian Apprenticeships program, providing fast, accurate and efficient service that you can rely on. Find out more about how MAS National can help you’. -
MEGT
‘We can help employers upskill their existing staff, employ new staff and invest in their business&@8217; future through employing apprentices and trainees. We can help job seekers make themselves more employable, gain additional skills, find a job’. - SkillupAustralia
‘Free, Prompt & Reliable advice and Support with New Apprenticeships and Traineeships.’ - Worldskills Australia
A group that operates ‘skill competitions in over 52 trade and skill areas. Competitions held in bricklaying, garment production, commercial cookery, heavy vehicle mechanics, electrical installation, IT support and more.’ Involvement details.
Research & Reviews
- ACTU
Review of the Commonwealth New Apprenticeships Incentive Program. Review by the peak Australian Union body of incentive schemes for implementating the New Apprenticeship Scheme. - NCVER Research
Priorities, research programs, projects, Statistical Information. - VOCED Research
‘Is the UNESCO/NCVER research database for technical and vocational education and training, an international database of research abstracts, in English.’ Advice on how to gain the full-text version, a Thesaurus, Journal’s List and further links. Based in South Australia.
Search Engines
- Australian JobSearch
Advanced search allows you to sepcify Apprenticeships/Traineeships. - Careerjet
Provides a listing of selected, available apprenticeships. - JET
‘JET is a web-based employment portal focusing solely on Apprenticeships & Traineeships. Registered jobseekers receive weekly emails containing apprenticeship and traineeship vacancies in the industries that they select’. - What are Apprenticeships & Traineeships ?
Also check this JET link, which has extensive information.