Pre-Apprenticeships

Pre-apprenticeships can lead to to an apprenticeship. These are usually a sixteen-week course at TAFE or other Registered Training Provider. The course is an introduction to the apprenticeship training you will complete in a particular industry. You complete study topics from the apprenticeship course which gives you the skills and knowledge to manage the full apprenticeship with an employer.

A pre-apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to gain a more realistic expectation of the work involved in a particular trade. It can also help you decide if this is the right career for you.

Some high demand pre-apprenticeship courses, such as electrical and plumbing, can require you to complete an entry test. This test is set at about Year 10 level. An average level of English comprehension, mathematics and understanding of basic scientific concepts should get you through the entry test.

To get an idea of the maths and english levels required for apprenticeship in a specific industry go to the following website to download an Apprenticeship Aptitude Quiz. Website

Many employers prefer applicants to enrol in a pre-apprenticeship before they decide to take them on as an apprentice. Pre-apprenticeship courses are available throughout the year. For information on starting dates for these courses , contact the TAFE line 13 18 23.