If you're undertaking an apprenticeship or traineeship, there is support available to help manage your contract, resolve problems or get general advice.
Whatever the question, there are people who can help you resolve the issue. If you're looking for support, you can contact the South Australian Skills Commission on 1800 006 488, or explore a few common queries here.
The contract will include information such as:
Your employer must be registered to employ apprentices. This is approved by the South Australian Skills Commission, and you can always check their status on the Register of Approved Employers list.
Your signed training contract will include the duration of your apprenticeship or traineeship including the probationary period. This is important information as there are different rules about cancelling the training contract outside of the nominated probationary period.
Employers, apprentices and trainees should be clear about the supervision and on-the-job training requirements throughout the training contract. Both parties should be clear about their obligations under the contract.
If you are unsure, contact the South Australian Skills Commission on 1800 673 097.
The South Australian Skills Commission can help you:
If you or your employer wish to make any changes to your training contract, you both need to fill in an application form and agree to make any changes to the training contract.
The application will need to be approved by the South Australian Skills Commission before any variation comes into effect. This includes applying for an extension to your training contract end date or if you are seeking to transfer to a different training provider or employer. More information about making changes to your training contract can be found on the Commission's website.
If you need a hand, we can work with you to make changes.
You can discuss your training contract by contacting the South Australian Skills Commission on 1800 673 097.
Your apprenticeship or traineeship could provide you with an opportunity to gain state or national recognition of your achievements through various awards or competitions, including:
Talk to your employer about how you can get involved.
Have you achieved competency in the workplace and completed the training component of your qualification?
If so, congratulations on your accomplishment. Not far to go now.
You can now apply to formally complete your traineeship or apprenticeship.
You can apply to complete your traineeship or apprenticeship when:
Make sure to include your training provider’s certification to show you have completed the qualification that’s set out in your Training Contract.
Hint: Make sure your training provider’s certification matches the qualification that’s set out in your training contract. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to apply for a change of qualification first.
To apply, your employer will need to sign in to mySkillsSA and complete an application.
You and your employer can also complete the Training Contract Completion Application form (PDF).
The South Australian Skills Commission will let you know if your application was successful. For apprentices, your Trade Certificate will be issued and sent to the address listed in application.
If you’re worried you won’t be able to finish your training by the completion date specified in your training contract you’ll need to notify us as soon as possible.
In some circumstances, you will be allowed to extend your traineeship or apprenticeship. Your employer can apply via mySkillsSA or you can complete a Training Contract Extension Application.
Whatever you do, don’t delay.
Is life getting in the way of your subsidised training? Are you finding it hard to keep up with your work and study? Or do you need a hand to move on to further work or study?
Success and Wellbeing Services can help you with your unique needs such as:
Talk to your training provider about getting support to help you overcome barriers to your training. They can refer you to a Success and Wellbeing Services provider.
For more information visit the My Training website.
If you're not sure where to start with an apprenticeship or traineeship, here's 5 handy tips to get you started. You can also contact the South Australian Skills Commission on 1800 673 097 to chat about your options.
Ask for a copy of your signed training contract from your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider (ACAP). Your ACAP is the first point of contact to start an apprenticeship or traineeship.
There are four ACAPs contracted to work in South Australia:
Check you have received a written notice from the South Australian Skills Commission to confirm approval of your training contract. If you need help, contact the Infoline on 1800 673 097.
After your Training Contract is lodged the chosen training provider begins work on your Training Plan.
The Training Plan is negotiated between you, your employer and your training provider and will cover things like:
Your training provider will notify the South Australian Skills Commission once you have a plan in place. They will also check in with you every six months to make sure that your training meets you and your employer's needs.
Reach out to your training provider if you have any questions about your plan or need additional support.
Get a copy of your signed training plan from your training provider. It sets out the skills and knowledge you will obtain throughout the training contract, both at work and during your formal study toward the qualification.
Find out about financial assistance during your apprenticeship and toward your qualification. Get Support to Study
Find out about mentors available to assist you in your apprenticeship from your nominated Apprentice Connect Australia Provider (ACAP).
If you’ve lost your trade certificate or certificate of competency, you can request a replacement.