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Business Traineeships with Skillscorp
Skillscorp is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) which provides training for people undertaking business traineeships.
Candidates undertaking a business traineeships will gain a nationally recognised qualification whilst employed in their roles as well as achieving practical experience and skills.
What is a Traineeship?
A traineeship is a real opportunity for participants to work full-time or part-time and receive accredited training to achieve a nationally accredited qualification in their chosen industry.
Business traineeships will be in an environment to suit your job role. If you are for example undertaking an office administration traineeship, you will be employed in an office or administration area. If you undertaking a frontline management traineeship, you will be in a position where you are managing or supervising in a business.
Business traineeships can have a duration of between one and three years.
The traineeship process is one where you will be asked to sign a training contract which will be registered with the State training authority.
In Queensland, this is the Department of Employment and Training. There are certain responsibilities as a business trainee that you need to adhere to such as maintaining reasonable progress through your training.
Skillscorp as your training provider will develop a training plan which outlines your units of study and suggested timelines for completion. The training contract and training plan are signed by the trainee, Skillscorp, your employer and parent guardian if you are under 18 years of age.
Skillscorp also conducts training for secondary school students who are participating in school based business traineeships. School-Based traineeships provide year 11 and 12 students the ability to study for their Senior Certificate while working and learning in their chosen industry to gain a nationally accredited qualification.
Business Traineeship Options
We offer nationally accredited training as part of a structured traineeship program in:
- Certificate III in Business (BSB30110)
- Certificate III in Business Administration (BSB30407)
- Certificate IV in Business (BSB40207)
- Certificate IV in Project Management
- Certificate IV in Occupational Health & Safety
- Certificate IV in Frontline Management (BSB40807)
Our objective is for employers and trainees to enjoy a constructive business traineeship experience. We will support both the trainee and employer to ensure a successful completion of the program. We encourage employers to incorporate the traineeship program into their existing recruitment strategies.
Skillscorp provides a flexible training solution for your traineeship program. We will support the trainee and employer, provide the latest technology training options, and conduct regular visits to ensure the traineeship runs smoothly. We even assist the employer by overseeing all of the required paperwork for the traineeship program.
It makes good sense to choose Skillscorp as your training provider.
Why consider business traineeships with us?
- Your own traineeship consultant - We will dedicate your own traineeship consultant who will help you through your traineeship from start to finish. Your consultant is available when you need them and can be easily contacted via telephone or email.
- Total service provider - In conjunction with People Priority One, we can offer employers a one stop recruitment and training service. That means the trainee can be sourced, interviewed and inducted into your workplace as a trainee, with ongoing support services to ensure the process runs smoothly.
- Flexible training options - Skillscorp is a national training provider and utilises the latest technologies to provide online training in Business and Business Administration. Training for your trainee can be a combination of online, workplace and offsite. Training is scheduled to suit your business needs and changes to training times are easily implemented if required.
Frequently Asked Traineeship Questions
How long does a traineeship last?
A traineeship nominal duration is usually between 1 and 3 years.
How does the training off the job work?
Training is both on-the-job and off-the-job and is dependent on the traineeship you are completing. For more information about off-the-job training, please contact a Skillscorp consultant.
How do I find business traineeships?
You will need an employer who is seeking to employ a trainee in your industry of choice. You can register with People Priority One who may be able to assist you gain employment as a trainee.
How much does a trainee get paid?
Trainees are usually paid a training wage while they are learning their qualification. To find out more about the training wage, you can contact Fair Work Australia on 13 13 94 or visit their website.
Does the traineeship cost anything?
The traineeship is mostly funded by the government. *There are criteria that needs to be met for this to occur. There is also a tuition fee that is payable which is a contribution made by the trainee towards the cost of their qualification. In some cases a large discount applies. Please contact us for further information.
The employer may also be asked to contribute towards the cost of the training. This is when the training is only partially funded by the government. This is dependent on the candidate and the qualification being undertaken. Please contact us for further information.
Should the training be assessed as not funded by the government, the cost of the training will need to be paid by the employer. Incentives may be available to cover training costs. This type of traineeship is called “Fee for Service”. Tuition fees do not apply in this case.
Business traineeships are a great way to build your skills and knowledge in the business world. They provide you with a structured training program that will have you formally qualified on completion. You will receive a nationally accredited certificate for your efforts. Your employer receives a dedicated employee who is working towards career goals and not just seeking a job.
If your seeking a career in a particular industry and are prepared to invest in structured training to achieve your goals, traineeships are an invaluable career pathway. Your employer is investing in you as well. You will receive training which is tailored to their industry, making you a skilled individual within the business.
Traineeships are available for new and existing employees. A traineeship can be available for people of all ages. There are a range of programs that are tailored for younger, as well as mature age trainees. A traineeship can be for school-based candidates as well. They are a great way to gain new skills and knowledge, and formally recognise existing skills.
It’s as simple as one, two, three. Gain employment as a trainee, or sign up for a traineeship in your existing employment. Your traineeship contract is completed by an Australian Apprenticeship Centre, after you have been assessed for traineeship funding. Skillscorp completes a training plan with you and your employer which outlines your units of study. You work and learn, focusing on completing your traineeship and gaining a nationally recognised qualification.