We understand businesses may be faced with challenges, such as investing in growth, future workforce planning and managing ongoing impacts of COVID-19.
That’s why we’ve unlocked more support to help you grow your business with skilled people.
In partnership with the Australian government, we’ve introduced a range of initiatives that can help lower your risk and maximise the benefits of employing skilled people.
From recruitment assistance to on-the-job training packages, apprenticeships and staff retention mechanisms, we’ve made it even easier to grow your business. Subsidised training, low-fee courses, and additional funding for tailored business growth initiatives are all available under our historic investment through the National Skills Agreement.
See how to get support below.
What support is available?
Your business may be eligible to receive incentives or wage subsidies for employing new or existing apprentices and trainees. There are also some other allowances available that may assist with costs associated with hiring an apprentice or trainee.
There are a range of supports being offered by the South Australian and Australian Government. See the latest list of programs and support available for more information and details.
Who is eligible?
In order to be eligible for incentives and wage subsidies, employers must be registered to employ an apprentice or trainee.
You need to check the specific conditions and eligibility requirements for any incentive, project or subsidy you wish to apply for. Some may not be relevant to your business, for example rural and regional incentives are only open to businesses operating in those areas.
All financial support is subject to eligibility, budget availability and are accessible for a nominated period of time or capped at a total number of allocated places. For more details see South Australian and Australian Government support information.
How do I claim?
To make claims for financial support you need to check the specific details of each incentive and subsidy. See government support for more information.
In some cases, your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) can support you through all the necessary steps to apply for and claim incentives and subsidies.
More information
If you’re considering taking on an apprentice and want to find out how employing an apprentice can deliver real benefits to your business before registering, see Why hire a skilled worker?
If you’re ready to register and want to find more, see how to hire.
Information about Australian Government supports are primarily sourced from the Australian Apprenticeships website. You can check this site regularly for any changes.
For more help, call the Skills Infoline on 1800 673 097.
How do I register?
All employers are required to register with us, and can do so online. This involves providing details of:
- your business and the way it operates
- relevant professional and occupational licences
- worksites where your apprentice will receive on-the-job training
- the range of work and experience you can offer an apprentice.
Prior to submitting your application, you will complete a declaration confirming that you can provide appropriate employment, supervision and training for your apprentice.
Prior to submitting your application, you will complete a declaration confirming that you can provide appropriate employment, supervision and training for your apprentice.
You can register with us now, or an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider can help you with your registration.