The term ‘Australian Apprenticeships’ covers both apprenticeships and traineeships, which start when an employer creates a job and employs and trains staff using this method.
Apprenticeships and traineeships are established across 50 industries. Most people know about the common jobs like carpentry, plumbing, automotive mechanic and electrician. But there are thousands of other jobs that can be Australian Apprenticeships.
We have listed below some of the most common differences, however, you need to check with your Apprentice Network Provider for the details of the apprenticeship or traineeship you are entering.
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Traineeships
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Apprenticeships
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Time
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A traineeship is usually for a duration of 1 or 2 years.
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An apprenticeship is usually 3 to 4 years long
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Wages
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Traineeship wages are set across all industries by a separate award (National Training Wage)
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Apprenticeship wages are set in each award and most industries are different
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Level
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Traineeships can be from Certificate II to Diploma level
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Apprenticeships are usually at Certificate III level
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