Apprenticeships and traineeships

Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to bring new people into your business and invest in its future.

Apprentice Connect Australia Providers in Geelong and Wyndham

Apprentice Connect Australia Provider are contracted by the Australian Government to provide one-stop shops for both those seeking to hire Australian Apprentices or those wanting to take up an Australian Apprenticeship as a career path.

Covers all aspects of employing an apprentice including vacancies, contracts, cancellations and more.

• APM
• Apprenticeship Support Australia
• Busy Group
• MEGT
• SYC

Find out information about:

• Benefits for your business when employing an apprentice or trainee (DEECD website)
• Information for employers about Australian apprenticeships
• Resource for employers to share with the parents of their apprentices
• Apprenticeships and Traineeships (DEECD website) 
• Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service

As an Australian Apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship.  Click here for more information.

Financial Support for Australian Apprentices | Australian Apprenticeships

The Apprenticeship Support Program assists first year apprentices (under 25) to navigate the apprenticeship system and help them resolve any issues. The program offers information and referral to other services as well as providing personal support. 

An Apprenticeship Support Officer will contact you in the first 3 months of your apprenticeship if you are eligible. Find out about Apprenticeship Support Officers here.

For more information call 1300 311 820 or email  apprenticeship.support@education.vic.gov.au

Contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for information and advice about your workplace rights and obligations on 13 13 19 or visit www.fairwork.gov.au  for more information.