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1. APPRENTICESHIP
AND
TRAINEESHIP
WHAT ARE THE
BENEFITS?
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Apprenticeship or Traineeship
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The ability to work and earn
money while you’re getting
your qualification
++
Everything you need to know
about Apprenticeships
and Traineeships
+
A mix of classroom or
workshop learning (off-job)
and practical (on-job) learning
+ A nationally recognised
qualification on completion
of training
+
Real life experience in
the workplace
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2. WHAT IS AN
APPRENTICESHIP?
WHAT IS AN
TRAINEESHIP?
SCHOOL BASED
APPRENTICESHIP
& TRAINEESHIP
Also known as SBAT
You are known as Apprentice You are known as the Trainee
What is it?
Apprenticeships combine paid work
and structured training. They allow
you to learn a trade and receive a
nationally accredited qualification.
How long?
Apprenticeships are normally 3-4 years.
How often?
Usually you work 4 days on the job
and attend TAFE 1 day a week.
You still get paid while studying at
TAFE.
What is it?
Trainees enter into a contract with an
employer to gain hands-on-skills and work
experience while earning a wage.
Traineeships are mostly in non-trade
related areas.
How long?
Most Traineeships last 1-2 years.
Why?
Traineeships can also be a great stepping
stone to advance your career into
Management roles or even a Diploma
at TAFE or University.
What is it?
SBAT allow senior high school students to
commence an apprenticeship/traineeship
while at school. While studying for their
HSC/VCE, SBAT work part-time and
undertake formal training as part of their
apprenticeship/traineeship which then goes
towards their HSC/VCE studies.
How long?
SBATs are usually completed over a 2-3
year term, depending on the certificate
and which state you are in.
How often?
You are on the job 1 day a week with the
option to do more hours during weekends,
$$$
evenings and school holidays.
EARN & LEARN - Get paid for every day
you are on the job.