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An apprenticeship or traineeship lets you gain experience on the job while working towards a recognised qualification. You can learn new skills and earn an income at the same time.
You may be thinking about doing an apprenticeship or traineeship if you’re:
- currently studying or have recently left school
- looking for a career change.
Different pathways
There are different ways to start an apprenticeship or traineeship.
You can do one:
- with a private business
- in a government department
- while you’re at school.
Read about becoming an apprentice or trainee on the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations website.
An Apprentice Connect Australia Provider can help you find an employer and registered training organisation. Visit the Australian Apprenticeships website to get started.
The Indigenous Apprenticeships Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to start a career in the Australian Public Service.
State and territory government support
State and territory governments offer information and support for apprentices and trainees. These links will take you away from our website.
| State or territory | Resources |
|---|---|
| ACT | Visit the Skills Canberra website for information about Australian Apprenticeships. |
| NSW | Visit the NSW Government website for information for Apprentices and trainees. |
| NT | Visit the NT.GOV.AU website for information about Apprenticeships and traineeships. |
| Qld | Visit the Queensland Government website for information about starting apprenticeships and traineeships. |
| SA | Visit the SA.GOV.AU website for information about becoming an apprentice or trainee. |
| Tas | Visit the Skills Tasmania website for information about Apprenticeships and traineeships. |
| Vic | Visit the Victorian Registrations and Qualifications Authority website for information for apprentices and trainees. |
| WA | Visit the Jobs and Skills WA website for information about Apprenticeships and Traineeships. |