Need to make a change to your training contract?
We understand that life doesn't always go to plan. If something changes, that affects your training contract, or if you experience a problem with your employer, you have options.
We understand that life doesn't always go to plan. If something changes, that affects your training contract, or if you experience a problem with your employer, you have options.
If your employer can no longer deliver what was promised in your training contract, you can ask to work with a different employer.
Before you do so, it's important you speak to us so we can guide you through the process.
There are many reasons why you might be exploring changing employers. When you signed your training contract, you agreed to certain rights and obligations.
If something is not going well, it's important you speak with your employer before making a change. Mutual agreement is needed to change the contract.
Coming to a mutual agreement may not always be possible. Discuss your options with the South Australian Skills Commission on 1800 673 097.
You can also speak with your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider who may be able to meet with you and your employer.
If something happens that means you need to make a change to your training contract, you should first speak with your employer, training provider or both to reach an agreement on the changes required.
For example, you might want to suspend your training contract for personal reasons.
You can apply to make changes to your traineeship or apprenticeship to the South Australian Skills Commission.
Your employer can apply via mySkillsSA or you can complete an application form.
If any of the parties to the agreement do not agree to the changes then the dispute needs to be submitted to the South Australian Skills Commission for mediation and/or resolution.
Where a resolution cannot be achieved all parties to the agreement may be referred to the South Australian Employment Tribunal.
We understand that sometimes life events and circumstances can get in the way of your training, and this may mean you are considering ending your training contract.
The easiest way to make changes is to ask your employer to submit an application via mySkillsSA.
You can also send a request using one of these forms.
Completing an apprenticeship or traineeship
Ending a training contract
Requesting changes to a training contract:
Forms for former trainees and apprentices:
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