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Apprenticeship or Traineeship ?
'Australian Apprenticeships' is a new term that covers both the traditional Apprenticeships and Traineeships.
- What are Apprenticeships / Traineeships
- What Industries have Apprenticeship / Traineeships
- Types of Apprentices
What are Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Apprenticeships and Traineeships are very similar, both offer training on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both and lead to an nationally recognised and accredited qualification. The main differences are:
- Apprenticeships
Trade based occupations, completed over 3 or 4 years full-time
(eg. mechanic, hairdresser, chef, carpenter, brick layer) - Traineeships
All non-trade based occupations, completed over 1 or 2 years full / part time
(eg. real estate, finance, retail, multimedia, local government)
Australian Apprenticeships are 'competency based'. This means it may be possible for an Australian Apprentice to complete their training sooner if they have reached the skill level required. It is even possible to start an Australian Apprenticeship while still at school.
What Industries have Apprenticeship / Traineeships
Australian Apprenticeships are now available in more than 500 occupations nationally, in both emerging and well-established industries. Apprenticeship and traineeships are available in most industries, including:
What Industries have Apprenticeship / Traineeships
Australian Apprenticeships are now available in more than 500 occupations nationally, in both emerging and well-established industries. Apprenticeship and traineeships are available in most industries, including:
- Horticulture / Primary / Mining
- Building / Construction / Manufacturing
- Business / Finance
- Retail / Wholesale / Personal Services
- Hospitality / Tourism
- Government / Public Service
- IT / Telecommunications
- Arts / Sport / Recreation
- Hairdressing / Electrical / Automotive
- Shipwrighting / Boat Building
- Transport / Storage
- Metals / Engineering
- Dental / Optical / Health
- Education
- Full-Time Apprenticeships
Employing an Apprentice full-time means that you are responsible for all their on-the-job training. In consultation with your Apprentice, you are able to choose a training provider for the off-the-job training and determine a flexible training plan to suit your business needs. - Part-Time Apprenticeships
Many small to medium enterprises may choose to employ an Australian Apprentices part-time. The Australian Apprenticeship/Traineeship Training Contract requires the Apprentice receives a guaranteed pattern of work. This means you must provide a minimum number of hours of on and off-the-job training per week. - School-Based Apprenticeships
School-based Apprenticeships are generally available to students from Year 10. It allows students to complete their schooling while starting their apprenticeship / traineeship. - Existing Staff
Existing staff may enter an Australian Apprenticeship. An existing worker is defined as an employee who has been with your business for more than three months full-time, or 12 months part-time or casual. This gives you the opportunity to upgrade the skills of existing employees who you know and trust.
