Vocational Education and Training

Apprenticeships and traineeships

Available to domestic students

Australian apprenticeships include both trainees and apprentices who are collectively called Australian apprentices.

Apprenticeships give you a mix of paid industry training and formal study. Through hands-on learning, you will gain industry experience and have a chance to turn your knowledge into skills. You'll also develop your leadership, teamwork, communication and boost your employability - getting you ready for the future.

CDU VET apprenticeships and traineeships


How does it work?

All Australian apprentices need to enter into a training contract. Under this contract, you, your employer and CDU will work out a training plan for the duration of your apprenticeship so that you can get the most out of your learning. 

Australian apprenticeships are available at

  • Entry level (Certificate II)
  • Trade level (Certificate III)
  • Post Trade levels (Certificate IV and Diploma)

To find out more about different course types, visit Student and course types explained.

Your apprenticeship employment options are:

  • Part-time
  • Full-time
  • School-based

You can also start your apprenticeship while you're still at school, working one or two days per week.

Visit VET for Secondary Students (VSS) for more information.

How do I apply?

To find out how to apply for an apprenticeship or traineeship, visit How to apply for CDU VET courses.

Australian apprenticeships offered at CDU

  • Agriculture, rural operations
  • Aquaculture
  • Automotive - light and heavy vehicle, mobile plant panel beating, electrical
  • Baking
  • Business
  • Children services
  • Civil construction
  • Commercial cookery
  • Community services
  • Conservation and land management
  • Construction, carpentry
  • Electrical
  • Financial services
  • Hairdressing, beauty, nails
  • Horticulture
  • Information technology
  • Metal fabrication
  • Plumbing
  • Refrigeration and air conditioning
  • Retail
  • Sport and recreational
  • Tourism and hospitality
  • Warehousing and logistics

Employers

If you are an employer looking to hire an apprentice or trainee, visit Employers to find out more.

Contact

CDU Apprentice Administration Group
E: apprentices@cdu.edu.au
T: (08) 8946 7540
F: (08) 8946 6454