About Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a structured, employment based program with a combination of on the job and off the job training.
Apprenticeships usually take three-four years to complete and traditionally cover skilled trade areas such as engineering and metal fabrication, automotive and mechanical, construction and building and electrical specialisations; as well as many others. They are usually at Certificate III level.
Upon successful completion, apprentices become a qualified tradesperson.
One of the differences between apprenticeships and traineeships is that apprenticeships often have stricter rules around how the indenture agreement (training contract) can be cancelled.
There aren't specific school levels or qualifications needed to start an apprenticeship, however employers can set their own requirements when hiring which could be a minimum Year of schooling completed or the prior completion of a pre-apprenticeship.
Apprenticeships Programs
Boilermaker/Welder
Boilermaker/welders produce metal (ferrous and non-ferrous) fabricated products such as structures, frames, plate assemblies, pipework and vessels using tools, welding and thermal cutting equipment and fabrication techniques.
Bricklaying
Working as a Bricklayer you will bind building materials such as brick, concrete blocks & glass blocks with mortar to construct or repair walls, arches, chimneys, fireplaces and other structures working from plans and specifications.
Carpentry & Joinery
Working as a Carpenter you will construct, erect, install, finish and repair structures and fixtures using timber and non-timber products.
Electrical
As an Electrician you will be responsible for the selection, installation, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintenance of electrical wiring systems across a wide variety of environments.
Glazing
Working as a Glass and Glazing Tradesperson you will cut, shape and install glass used in windows, doors, skylights and mirrors. You may fit glass into prefabricated products or alternatively install or repair glass in residential or commercial buildings.
Mechanic (Heavy Vehicle)
Working as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic you will work on a range of heavy vehicles such as trucks, buses, construction and earthmoving equipment. You will inspect, service and repair engines, gearboxes, electrical and electronic systems and hydraulics.
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
You would select components, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to food storage and preservation, air conditioning and air distribution equipment in buildings and premises.
Plumbing & Gas
As a Plumber you will install, maintain and repair plumbing equipment associated with heating, cooling, water distribution and sanitation systems in residential and commercial buildings.
Painting & Decorating
Working as a Painter and Decorator you will apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures in a residential or commercial setting.
Plastering
Solid Plasterers apply cement, acrylic or polymer render to external and/or internal brick or concrete walls to achieve either a smooth or textured finish. Wall and Ceiling Plasterers apply and fix plasterboard, suspended ceilings and composite wall linings in residential or commercial buildings.