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Minister confirms private RTOs are key
On 2 August, Apprenticeship Support Australia attended an ACPET Lunch showcasing keynote speaker, Minister for Education and Training, the Hon. Sue Ellery.
Skilling Australia Fund set to train 300,000 Australian workers
As announced in the recent Federal budget, the Australian Government is establishing a Skilling Australians Fund, prioritised towards apprenticeships and traineeships in occupations in high...
Mentoring services
Training to build skills
The transition from high school to the workforce is a critical time for school leavers. However, there is a way to make it easier, by...
Need staff? Trial a young person before you hire
A new Australian Government program aims to make it easier for businesses to find and recruit young people.
New Ombudsman protects concerns of VET students
The Australian Government has recently announced the establishment of an Ombudsman body to address complaints regarding the VET FEE-HELP (VFH) scheme and the new VET...
Budget 2017: What’s in it for training?
The Federal Budget has produced positive outcomes for the training sector, with new programs poised to focus national attention on training and workforce development. Increased...
Are you paying your Apprentice or Trainee correctly?
recent report conducted by the Fair Work Ombudsman has revealed some businesses have been incorrectly paying their apprentices and trainees or have failed to comply...
The difference a phone call makes: effective communication and early intervention in the workplace
When taking on an apprentice or a trainee, all parties involved are required to have an understanding of what their obligations are throughout the process.
Employers recruiting apprentices and trainees
Turbocharging your Millennial Workforce
Apprenticeship Support Australia will host a free Facebook Live event called “Turbocharging your Millennial Workforce” on Wednesday, 5 April at 1:30pm WST.
Is your business risking a $5,000 fine?
Employers, training providers, and even apprentices could be risking a $5,000 fine under regulations enforced by the Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD).
Getting in early brings long term rewards
Local Pilbara business Greentree Bithuwarnda Fencing & Civil has joined the rush of WA employers recruiting their apprentices straight out of high school off the...
Local businesses key to getting WA working again
A bold new campaign aimed at driving up numbers of apprentices and trainees is set to launch in Western Australia this month.

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