A traineeship is a structured, paid employment pathway that combines work and study to deliver a nationally recognised qualification in a non-trade occupation. It is ideal for individuals seeking a professional career in a short timeframe.
A traineeship formalises your on-the-job experience with structured learning:
Paid Employment: You are paid under a formal industrial arrangement (Award or Enterprise Agreement) as an official employee.
Formal Contract: A Training Contract is officially registered, setting clear expectations and ensuring compliance by both you and the employer.
National Qualification: You will receive a qualification delivered by TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), leading to a nationally recognised credential.
Broad Career Scope: Traineeships cover a huge range of occupations (over 600) including IT, administration, hospitality, retail, and primary industries.
Time Efficient: The training duration is typically shorter than an apprenticeship, lasting between one and two years.
Full-time Traineeship: The most common path, providing immersive, daily experience. Your employer (or GTO) manages all on-the-job training and selects the RTO for off-the-job study.
Part-time Traineeship: Designed to be flexible. You are guaranteed a consistent weekly schedule with minimum dedicated time for both work and training components.
School-Based Traineeship: This option allows high school students to earn a wage and gain a qualification that contributes to their HSC—an excellent head start on your career.
An apprenticeship is the definitive pathway to securing a nationally recognised trade qualification. It is a full-time, paid commitment that blends essential practical work with formal technical training.
A traineeship formalises your on-the-job experience with structured learning:
Paid Employment: You are paid under a formal industrial arrangement (Award or Enterprise Agreement) as an official employee.
Formal Contract: A Training Contract is officially registered, setting clear expectations and ensuring compliance by both you and the employer.
National Qualification: You will receive a qualification delivered by TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), leading to a nationally recognised credential.
Trade Focus: Apprenticeships focus on over 100 traditional and high-value trades, including manufacturing, construction, culinary arts, and engineering..
Mastering the craft: Apprenticeships typically run for four years, providing the thorough experience and depth of knowledge required for master craftsmanship.
If your chosen trade is clear, use our site to search by industry and/or region and click here to find the right Group Training Organisation (GTO) to manage your employment and training.
