Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Step 1: Find an Employer 

An important part of starting an apprenticeship or traineeship is finding an employer that will help to train and employ you till the completion of your apprenticeship or traineeship. There are many options when choosing an employer this can be through job search sights or through Group Training Organisation (GTO). A GTO provides apprentices and trainees with employment opportunities through different host employers to help students gain the skills and training needed to complete their qualifications. Please note that GTO's should not be seen as an employment provider, they assist companies in procuring apprentices and trainees. 

Step 2: Choose an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider.

Once employed, the employer will need to choose an AASN provider to sign up the apprentice or trainee and arrange the training contract. The employer will specify what Registered Training Organisation (RTO) the Apprentice or trainee will be attending. The employee will apply for the apprentice or trainee via their chosen AASN. Queensland AASNs: 

• Sarina Russo Job Access (Australia) 
• MAS National
• MEGT (Australia)
• The BUSY Group

Step 3: CQUniversity

CQUniversity is the Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO) and will oversee the training of the apprentice or trainee throughout their qualification. CQUniversity is responsible for providing students with the knowledge, skills, and training to help students achieve their career aspirations.  

Are you looking for apprentice or trainee training?

If you are seeking a trusted local TAFE training provider, you’ll find everything you need at CQU. Our expert teachers deliver the latest industry-based training, based on industry requirements, with all programs being fully accredited and endorsed by industry. This ensures your apprentices and trainees gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

We will:

• help to develop a training plan, which outlines what your trainee or apprentices will need to learn, when and how it will be delivered and assessed
• provide your apprentice or trainee with an electronic profiling system to easily record on-the-job learning and track progressions
• deliver training, oversee the off-the-job training and assessment achievement of skills
• provide your apprentice and trainee with learning support assistance, on an individual needs basis, as required
• issue a qualification on successful completion of the apprenticeship or traineeship.

As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may also be eligible for financial support from the Australian Government. An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) can assist in navigating the support available.