Specialist Services
First Nations Australian
Apprentices

First Nations apprentices can access our specialist career support program to receive culturally supportive guidance, professional development and pastoral care to achieve completion and go on to successful careers.

We offer a range of supports to assist apprentices in navigating their chosen career, workplaces, and work-life balance to achieve strong completion outcomes, including:

Assessment Tools
Assessment Tools

Access a range of tools, checklists and diagnostics aimed at supporting apprentices to identify bespoke support plans to help you achieve success.

Additional Support Check-ins
Dedicated Specialist Mentors

We will assign a dedicated mentor with specialisation skills in supporting First Nations apprentices, that will be relatable, supportive and there to help you overcome challenges, and of course, cheer you on throughout your apprenticeship.

Networking and Events
Peer Networking

Join our First Nations Peer Support Group, that brings together apprentices across WA to share experiences, provide advice and learn from each other. We’ll also run regular in-person events across WA, so stay tuned for dates and locations!

Guides and Learning Resources
Professional Development

We offer a range of learning and development opportunities for you to take advantage of throughout your apprenticeship, including access to industry role models.

Tailored Referral Network

Our team has developed a directory of support services that are available across WA, that include dedicated services for First Nations Australians to assist with complex issues in a culturally supportive manner. Our team builds strong relationships across our referral network to ensure trusted, discrete support can be accessed effectively.

Opportunity to Join Advisory Groups
Opportunities to be Advocates

Join our First Nations Reference Group, where we ask you to share your experience as an apprentice, and help us identify systemic issues impacting on the safety, wellness and success of First Nations apprentices to help us make a difference.

Yarn Sessions for Employers
Post Completion Support

In your final apprenticeship year, take the opportunity to book a guidance session with our team to assist you in understanding your future training options, starting your own business or career progression strategies.

Employer Fold Standard Program - Exemplary Employers of First Nation Apprentices
Plus, more…
  • Competitions to win tickets to industry expos and events