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Traineeships

Start your career with a nationally recognised traineeship through Charter Australia. Our industry-aligned programs combine paid workplace experience with accredited training to help you build real-world skills in high-demand sectors across New South Wales, Australia.

What is the Charter Australia Traineeship Program?

By undertaking paid employment while you study, a traineeship lets you earn a wage and develop workplace skills at the same time as completing your training.

 

Traineeship courses are self-paced on the job training, which means you have the option to complete your course early, subject to agreement from your employer and/or Training Services NSW.

 

Most employers are happy for trainee workers to complete their qualification early and start their employment as a qualified worker in their industry.

 

Kindly note that Charter Australia will only be working with trainees currently based in New South Wales. We also only focus on industries aligned with the health and community care sectors.

Steps to doing a Traineeship with us.

1. Select Your Qualification

Visit our Charter Australia Course List to find a qualification that aligns with your career goals. Whether you are looking to enter Childcare, Aged Care, or Community Services, we have a program tailored to your needs.

 

2. Check Your Eligibility

To undertake a NSW traineeship, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Age: Be at least 15 years old and no longer at school.
  • Status: Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible NZ passport holder, or hold an eligible visa.
  • USI: Possess a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI).
  • Location: Your workplace or employer’s home base must be in New South Wales.
3. Find an Employer

You need an employer willing to support your traineeship.

  • New Entrants: Generally, you must not have worked for your employer for more than 3 months (full-time) or 12 months (part-time/casual) before the start date.
  • Job Support: If you don't have an employer yet, take a look at Charter Australia's  Free Job Support Workshops.
4. Consult with an Enrolment Advisor

After contacting us, you will speak with the Charter Australia team to finalize the logistics of your training. We will discuss:

  • Course Suitability: Ensuring the program matches your career path.
  • Commitment: Choosing between full-time or part-time training.
  • Structure: Understanding the training delivery and duration.
5. Submit Your Application

After your consultation, you will go to your chosen course page and submit your application via the Traineeship link along with:

  • An updated Resume.
  • Photo ID.
  • Proof of NSW Residency and Citizenship/Visa status.

Note: If you are starting with a new employer, you will undergo an interview process at this stage.

6. Sign the Training Contract

Once employment is agreed upon, your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider(ACAP) will assist you to complete a Training Contract with your employer.

7. Prepare the Training Plan Proposal

Charter Australia and your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider(ACAP) will work with you and your employer to create a Training Plan Proposal. This document outlines exactly what skills you will learn and how they will be assessed.

8. Lodgement & Approval

Your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider(ACAP) will lodge your Contract and Proposal with Training Services NSW. Once approved:

  • You will receive an official Confirmation Letter.
  • You will be issued a Training Contract ID (TC ID). Keep this number safe—it is your primary reference for the duration of your studies!
9. Finalise the Training Plan

Within 12 weeks of approval, we will consult with you and your employer to finalise your full Training Plan.

10. You are Registered!

Once the final plan is signed, you are officially registered. Your journey toward a new qualification and career begins!

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How to apply

To register your interest, please fill in the form on this page and one of our support team members will be in contact with you to assess your eligibility for a traineeship.

If you already have a traineeship agreement in place, you will need an RTO to support you and your employer.

 

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Qualifications and Job Roles Can We Assist with, however not limited to:

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CHC 33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
  1. Assistant in Nursing
  2. Personal Care Assistant
  3. Care Service Employee
  4. Residential Care Worker
  5. Disability Service Officer
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CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
  • Assistant in Nursing
  • Team leader in aged care, home care and disability care facilities​
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HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
  1. Personal care assistant
  2. Hospital orderly
  3. Nurses assistant
  4. Patient support assistant
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CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
  • Diversionary therapy assistant
  • Leisure and health officer
  • Community leisure officer
  • Activities officer
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CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services
  1. Community Service / Program Coordinator
  2. Community Service / Program Manager
  3. Case Manager
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CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Family Day Care Educator
  • Playgroup Supervisor
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CHC52015 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Early Childhood Centre Director/Manager
  • Childcare Centre Supervisor
  • Family Day Care Coordinator
  • Lead Educator

FAQ about our Traineeship Program

Traineeship funding: Smart and Skilled

The NSW Government is paying the course cost for 70,000 new traineeships – meaning trainees undertaking a government funded traineeship course no longer face a student fee of up to $1000.

Traineeship qualifications for new entrants in aged care are now 100% subsidised by the NSW Government under the Smart and Skilled program (please note, training for existing-worker trainees is not subsidised).

To be eligible for approval as a new entrant trainee, you’ll need to have been employed by your traineeship employer for:

  • less than 3 months as a full-time, full-time equivalent part-time/casual, or a combination of these prior to the commencement of the traineeship;

  • less than 12 months as a part-time or part-time equivalent casual employee prior to the commencement of the traineeship;

  • less than 12 months in a combination of part-time, casual and full-time (or equivalent) employment prior to the commencement of the traineeship.

What’s involved in a traineeship?

A traineeship allows you to learn skills while you earn a wage, making it a fantastic way to gain employment and experience in your chosen sector before you’ve completed your nationally recognised qualification.

Traineeships include the following:

  • Employment in a paid position
  • An agreement between yourself, an Apprenticeship Network Provider and a registered training organisation like Charter Australia
  • Professional and structured on-the-job training
  • A training program provided by a registered training organisation like Charter Australia
  • A nationally recognised qualification at the completion of your traineeship
Eligible for a traineeship?

Traineeships are available to anyone of legal working age. You do not need to hold a Higher School Certificate (HSC) or other qualification.

Trainees must be based in New South Wales as all traineeships will take place in this state.

Trainees may be:

  • currently completing a qualification as part of their schooling
  • a school-leaver
  • an adult worker who is re-entering the workforce
What traineeship qualifications can I undertake?

We offer traineeship qualifications in the following courses:

Aged Care and Disability Care

Early Childhood and Community Services

Community Services

How do I get started with a traineeship?

For people interested in working in the aged care sector, Charter Australia has partnered with a range of employers in this industry who support traineeship initiatives.

You can check out our current list of traineeship jobs via Charter Australia's Careers Job Board (TBC).

To find out more about undertaking a traineeship with Charter Australia, please call us on 02 9955 5881.

FAQ & Information about our Traineeship Program

Who can apply for our traineeship program?
  • You are currently based or living in the New South Wales region
  • You are over the age of 18 years old
  • You are an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.
What are the benefits of doing a Traineeship in NSW?
  • Fee-free training is available for trainees, fully subsidised by the NSW Government.
  • Receive up to $5,000 through the Australian Apprentice Training Support Payment.
  • Living Away from Home Allowance is available.
What to expect if you do a Traineeship with Charter Australia?
  • May be undertaken part-time or full-time
  • Professional and structured on-the-job training
  • Gain a nationally recognised qualification
  • The program blends on-the-job training with online learning, offering practical experience and theoretical knowledge.
  • Charter Australia's Trainers/Assessors will guide and assess trainees, visiting workplaces every 12-18 weeks.
  • Each trainee will follow a personalised training plan agreed upon by all parties.
Do I need to do a traineeship in a specific industry?

While we are an RTO specialising in the health and community care industry, our traineeship program is open to ALL industries. Our program is open to any traineeship in any industry, as long as you have a willingness to learn and drive to succeed in developing our region’s economy!

How long is a Traineeship?

A traineeship can be anywhere between 12 to 36 months, depending on the traineeship agreement and if you are doing it full time or part time.