Skilled For Growth

Program Overview

The program is an employment model that incorporates funded training and may also incorporate cash incentives. The components of the program are:

An entry level wage defined by an industrial award
Structured training funded by the state government
Workplace mentorship by a qualified person
Cash incentives for the employer and employee funded by the Commonwealth government

The program has a 2-year nominal term with a 90-day probationary period. Employment can be extended at the end of the term.

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Staff You Can Afford

Entry level pay for an entry level role. Under the program an employee is classified as an apprentice or trainee and is paid accordingly. A traineeship is a 2-year apprenticeship.

Case study:

Kate has completed year 12, is over 18, and starts a full time 2-year apprenticeship in July 2025.

Her duties include installing and/or supporting IP telephony systems and devices. She is employed as a Telecommunications Technician and paid under the Telecommunications Services Award (MA000041).
During her first year Kate’s weekly gross wage is $907.92.

Funded Training

Structured training is integrated into the employment arrangement. During the 2-year term an employee will complete a nationally recognised qualification delivered by a Registered Training Organisation. This will be funded by the state government.

Case study:

Kate is doing a 2-year apprenticeship as a Telecommunications Technician. During her apprenticeship she will complete a ICT30524 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology. The training can be delivered 100% online and will be funded by the state government. She will be mentored by a qualified person in the workplace.

Kate works 38 hours per week. 3 hours will be allocated to her studies.

Cash Incentives

Some occupations attract cash incentives which are paid by the Commonwealth government.There are cash incentives for both the employer and employee. Conditions apply.

Case study:

Kate has started a 2-year apprenticeship as a Telecommunications Technician in July 2025. During her apprenticeship she will complete a ICT30524 Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology. Both her occupation and qualification are on the Australian Apprenticeships Priority List. This means that both Kate and her employer are eligible for a $5000 cash incentive from the Commonwealth government during the term of her apprenticeship.

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Get the skills you need with these new training programs funded through the apprenticeships and traineeships program.

IT Managed Services
Endpoint Administration
Cyber Security
Microsoft & Cisco certification
Digital Media & Social Media Marketing

Australian College of Information Technology and Institute of Film and Television (ACIT & IFTV) are proud to be a Skill Assure Supplier and an approved RTO under the Smart and Skilled Contract – RTO ID 31357. The college delivers online and on campus training under these programs.

Leverage this Government funded program to grow your service delivery teams, equipping your employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in this ever-evolving sector. You can take advantage of our 30 years of specialist training, offering a unique online training experience.

The traineeship system is a proven method for building an effective team, developing your business culture, and retaining and promoting good people within your organization.

Beat rising costs and skills shortages. Improve workplace productivity and staff motivation by upskilling.

With a 30-year track record, amazing instructors, and state of the art Cloud based delivery systems it is easy to take advantage of this opportunity.

The available programs are: