Joel Fitzgibbon is a member of parliament, but let’s not hold that against him! Here he writes about the decline in apprenticeships How do we expect to maintain a strong economy and give our kids every opportunity if we allow the progressive disappearance of...
If you are looking for an apprenticeship the Certificate II in Construction (CPC20112) course, is a great way to find out which trade you enjoy the most. Pre-apprenticeship students work side by side with existing apprentices. This gives students the chance to have...
The Job Accelerator Grant is available for businesses that take on additional employees and maintain that increase over a 12 and 24 month period. To be eligible for the Job Accelerator Grant scheme the new position needs to meet the following conditions: the person is...
Alice Bednarz, National Centre for Vocational Education Research Approximately half of all apprenticeship contracts in the trades are not completed. In this context, this review draws together existing research on why apprentices do not complete their training. The...
The award rates paid to apprentices changed on July 1st 2017. If you are considering hiring an apprentice and want to know what the rate is, you will find copies of the latest rates below. First and Second year Apprentices have different pay rates depending on their...
Are you a self-employed Tradesman or Contractor? Being self-employed can provide a lot of benefits, such as flexible working hours and being your own boss. When it comes to your tax return, however, it can get a little complicated. Being a self-employed Tradesman or...
