Why not work and study at the same time? You can do it through an apprenticeship or traineeship!
Why do an apprenticeship or traineeship?
As an apprentice or trainee, you will:
- be paid to learn
- gain on-the-job skills and experience
- study with a training provider and gain a qualification (from a Certificate II to an Advanced Diploma).
You may also be able to access financial support.
You can find out more about the benefits of doing an apprenticeship or traineeship on the Job Jumpstart website.
Finding an apprenticeship or traineeship
Before starting an apprenticeship or traineeship, you should:
- research the career pathway you want to take
- know what financial support you can access
- know your rights and responsibilities
- build your literacy and numeracy skills.
The next step is all about finding the apprenticeship or traineeship. This means:
- contacting an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider
- searching for jobs.
You can find more information on the Australian Apprenticeships website.
More information and support
There are lots of places you can go for information and support about apprenticeships and traineeships.
This is the government website for information and support about apprenticeships and traineeships.
Visit the Australian Apprenticeships websiteJob Jumpstart has information to help you get started with an apprenticeship or traineeship.
To learn more, head to the Job Jumpstart websiteThe Fair Work Ombudsman can help you with information on costs, pay and occupations.
Visit the Fair Work Ombudsman websiteServices Australia has information about what support apprentices and trainees can get.
Check out the Services Australia website