A new apprentice or trainee will bring vitality and fresh perspectives to your workplace. Through the State Government Employer Incentive Scheme, your new recruit will also bring a base payment of up to $8,500.
About the Program
The employer incentive is available to employers who employ an apprentice or new entrant trainee and have lodged the training contract for registration on or after 1 July 2019.
Payment Structure
Traineeships
- 6 months: $1,062.50 total (completion payment only)
- 9 months: $1,593.75 total (completion payment only)
- 12 months: $2,125 total ($1,062.50 commencement, $1,062.50 completion)
- 24 months: $4,250 total ($2,125 commencement, $2,125 completion)
Please visit the Jobs and Skills WA website for more information about Fee Free and Low Fee Training WA and to check your eligibility. Employers may be interested in Employer financial incentives available through the Jobs and Skills WA Employer Incentive scheme.