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Apprentices and trainees

Apprenticeships and traineeships combine formal study with on-the-job training. They're vital to building local business and our future workforce in NSW. Find out what's involved.

Apprenticeship and Traineeship Roadmap

This Roadmap has been developed in consultation with employers, industry, providers, learners, the Commonwealth and other state agencies. It outlines strategic objectives for Apprenticeships and Traineeships over the next three years.

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Job seekers, students, workers

Discover new opportunities, choices and pathways to being an apprentice or trainee in NSW. Get the latest advice on training options.

Read more Employers

Thinking about hiring, or need advice on training? Get the essentials including support, funding, resources and how to hire an apprentice or trainee.

Read more Service providers

Essential tools, data and guides for those giving training or support to apprenticeships or traineeships in NSW. Stay up to date with policies and programs.

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The 1000 NSW Public Sector Apprentices and Trainees Program

The NSW Government commitment to employ an additional 1000 apprentices and trainees across NSW Government agencies and State Owned Corporations over three years, until 30 June 2026.

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Training Services

The NSW government agency that approves apprenticeships and traineeships, and handles vocational education and training.

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Fee-free and low-cost training

Find out how to access funding for vocational education and training that gives people workplace skills in high demand industries. Learn about Smart and Skilled and other government programs in NSW.

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NSW Training Awards

Celebrate the success of apprentices, trainees, teachers, training organisations and employers in the NSW Training Awards.

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Vocational education and training

Get courses, programs and industry-focused training advice. Information for students, employers and providers.

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Resources

Forms, guides, policy and other resources for employers and providers. Essential forms and documents relating to apprenticeships and traineeships in NSW.

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Working and business

Learn about starting and running a business in NSW, including financial and business advisory support options available to you.

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Related information

• Search courses and compare Skills NSW providers
• Adult and community education
• Search all NSW apprenticeship and traineeship qualifications
• Australian apprenticeships and traineeships guide

Contact Training Services

Call 13 28 11 or contact our offices.

• The National Relay Service can assist if you have a hearing or speech impairment
• For interpreter services call 13 14 50 and ask them to call us on 1300 772 104.

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