The User Choice 2017-20 program provides a public funding contribution towards the cost of training and assessment services for eligible Queensland apprentices and trainees. The program aims to provide funding aligned to industry skills needs and shortages.
Learn moreBack to Work is a state government initiative designed to give businesses the confidence to employ regional jobseekers. Employer Support and Youth Boost payments are available to employers who meet all the program eligibility criteria.
Learn moreIf you employ an apprentice or trainee under the age of 25 in one of 139 high priority qualifications, the training fees associated with their study will be covered by the Queensland Government (conditions apply).
Learn moreThe Australian Government provides a number of incentives to assist employers who take on an Australian apprentice. Incentives payments are made when apprentices commence, recommence, and complete their training.
Learn moreTSAGT aims to assess the skills of experienced individuals who can demonstrate substantial competency in a priority trade qualification. The Queensland Government will fund most of the recognition of prior learning (RPL) and gap training costs.
Learn moreIf you or your staff are currently working or have experience in the Queensland building and construction industry, you may be eligible for subsidised training provided by Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ).
Learn moreThe Federal Government’s Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program entitles eligible businesses who take on a new apprentice or trainee to a 50 per cent wage subsidy. The subsidy of up to $7,000 per quarter is available for the first 100,000 employers who register before 30 September 2021.
Learn moreTAFE Queensland offers pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, traineeship and post-trade training programs across a wide range of study areas.
To find the apprentice or trainee that's right for your business you can use TAFE Queensland's Find an Apprentice service to connect you with job-ready candidates.
Once you've found your preferred candidate, get in touch with your preferred Apprenticeship Network Provider (ANP) to start the sign-up process.
During the sign-up process, let your ANP know you want to choose TAFE Queensland as your supervising registered training provider (SRTO).
With more than 135 years of quality training experience and close to a 94 per cent employer satisfaction rate, you can trust TAFE Queensland to equip your apprentice or trainee with the skills you need to get ready for business.
TAFE Queensland is the largest training provider for apprentices and trainees in the state, putting 20,000 apprentices through their paces every year. We offer pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, traineeship and post-trade training programs across a wide range of study areas.
With flexible training options, specialist facilities and industry-experienced teachers, you can rest assured that your staff are in good hands.
If you and your apprentice would like to change your supervising registered training organisation (SRTO) to TAFE Queensland, follow these simple steps:
TIP: Changing more than one apprentice or trainee? You need to complete sections 1 and 3 on the change of SRTO form, and submit a list of apprentices. Here’s a template. Once completed, email both to us TQ.SRTONotifications@tafe.qld.edu.au.
Whether you already have an apprentice on the books or need help finding one, we can help. Our free Find Your Apprentice service can help connect you with job-ready candidates in your industry.*
TAFE Queensland can also provide your apprentice with quality, hands-on trade training and help get them ready for your business.
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TAFE Queensland offers a variety of training options to suit you and your business.
Contact us to discuss your unique training needs and find out how we can tailor our training to best suit your business.
TAFE Queensland has a range of industry-standard facilities where your apprentice or trainee will learn the tools of the trade. With specialist facilities for automotive, building and construction, electrotechnology, engineering, manufacturing, and rail, you can be confident your staff will receive the highest quality trade training available.
Learn morePaul Hayhoe's daughter Jenna is following in his footsteps, working alongside her dad at his mechanical repairs business while she completes her automotive apprenticeship.
After starting his career with a plumbing apprenticeship through TAFE Queensland Jay now sends his apprentices to TAFE to get the same hands-on training he received.
According to Lyn, the best thing you could do is send your apprentices to TAFE Queensland.
When Anthony decided to put his daughter on as an apprentice he wanted to make sure she got the best trade training available.
Sending all her apprentices to TAFE Queensland for their trade training has been a smart business decision for Ada.
Kevin loves how TAFE Queensland works with him to train his apprentices, with TAFE focusing on the theory so he can concentrate on providing hands-on training in the salon.
Jamie credits the success of his business to the quality of the apprentices he's hired and trained over the last 40 years.
A huge challenge employers face is finding good staff. Find out why employers rely on us to provide apprenticeship training.
Ten years after completing her apprenticeship, salon owner Heather sends her apprentices to TAFE Queensland to get the same practical training she received.
Post-trade training is a great option for your staff if your business needs to specialise, expand, or gain a specific trade licence. TAFE Queensland offers a range of post-trade short courses, diplomas, and advanced diplomas with flexible training options, payment plans, and subsidies available.
TAFE Queensland offers more than just apprenticeship and traineeship training. Partner with us for all your business training needs so you can expand your business, diversify your skill set, or upskill your staff.
Australian businesses who take on a new apprentice or trainee are now eligible for a 50 per cent wage subsidy thanks to the Federal Government's Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program.
Hiring an apprentice/trainee is easier than you might think. We've done the hard work for you and outlined the simple steps you need to take to find the perfect apprentice/trainee for your business.
With over 135 years of experience TAFE Queensland is a quality training provider you can trust to equip your apprentice/trainee with the skills your business needs to thrive.
If you need to access a copy of a training plan, acknowledgement of Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO) notification, or other apprentice documentation you can do this online. Alternatively, you can call the TAFE Queensland apprentice hotline on 1300 782 555.
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