What is an Apprenticeship or Traineeship?
An apprenticeship or traineeship is a training contract between an employer and an employee in which the apprentice or trainee learns the skills needed for a particular occupation or trade.
An apprenticeship or traineeship can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis and can be used as a valuable stepping stone to start a career in an industry you want to work in.
Why start an apprenticeship or traineeship?
As an apprentice or trainee, you can:
- learn valuable, nationally recognised job skills
- get paid while learning
- combine formal training from a TAFE or training provider with workplace-based training
How to get started
If you are thinking about becoming an apprentice or trainee:
- A Guide to Apprenticeships and Traineeships - Fifth Edition (PDF 1.6 MB) Read this comprehensive guide to undertaking an apprenticeship or traineeship in Victoria.
- find out who can become an apprentice or trainee
- read information on the opportunities available in different industries to help you choose the right apprenticeship or traineeship for you
- consider doing a pre-apprenticeship course
- find out how to apply for an apprenticeship or traineeship