Each year the Victorian Training Awards recognise the achievements of individuals and organisations within the TAFE and training sector in Victoria. In 2019 NECA Education…
Tasmanian Apprentice of the Year
Marek Porter was announced as Apprentice of the Year at the Tasmanian Training Awards, following his win for Industrial Apprentice of the Year at the…
What’s the Difference Between an Apprenticeship and Traineeship?
If you’re looking to kickstart your career, completing an apprenticeship or traineeship is a great option. You’ll learn on the job as you go, picking up all the essential skills and knowledge you need to build a successful career in your field of choice.
How Much Does an Electrical Apprentice Earn in Australia?
Whether you’re a recent school leaver just starting out in the workforce, or a seasoned employee looking for a career change, an apprenticeship can be a great option. In a few short years you’ll be highly skilled and qualified in your trade of choice – and 100% ready to advance your career because you’ve learnt your skills on the job, not in the classroom.
Career Satisfaction often sparked by a trade
In Tasmania, only one in three job vacancies for electricians can be filled. It’s a similar story with a range of trades across the country, but recent government figures show that apprentice numbers have fallen by nearly 200,000 since 2012.
How a university degree could make you $30,000 worse off
If you thought going to university guaranteed you a better paying job, new analysis shows this may not be the case, especially for men.