The Australian Government provides financial and non-financial support to eligible Australian Apprentices and their employers through the Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System.
The support available depends on a range of factors, including the occupation and qualification, commencement date, employment and training arrangements, and individual eligibility.
Government incentives and eligibility requirements can change. Employers and apprentices should always check current Australian Government information or speak with their Apprentice Connect Australia Provider to understand what support may be available.
Employers of eligible Australian Apprentices may be able to access financial support through the Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System.
The type of support available depends on the apprenticeship and the eligibility requirements applying at the time. Additional support may also be available in particular circumstances.
Painting Apprenticeships recommends checking current Australian Government information before making employment or financial decisions based on apprenticeship incentives.
Eligible Australian Apprentices may also be able to access financial assistance and other support during their apprenticeship.
Depending on their circumstances and apprenticeship, support may include incentive payments, living-away-from-home assistance, apprenticeship support loans and other targeted assistance.
Eligibility and payment arrangements vary, so apprentices should check the current Australian Government information or speak with their Apprentice Connect Australia Provider.
Many Australian Government apprenticeship supports are linked to occupations and qualifications included on the Australian Apprenticeships Priority List.
The Priority List is maintained by the Australian Government and is used to help determine eligibility for particular apprenticeship supports.
Because the list and incentive arrangements can change, employers and apprentices should refer to the current Australian Government Priority List rather than relying on older downloaded copies.
Apprenticeship incentives, eligibility requirements and payment arrangements can change. Use the official Australian Government resources below for the latest information.
Employers are responsible for ensuring apprentices receive the correct pay and employment entitlements. Pay rates can vary depending on factors including the applicable award or agreement, the apprentice’s age and stage of apprenticeship, and their employment arrangements.
Use the resources below to find information about apprentice wages and check current pay rates.
