Funded Traineeships
NSW Smart and Skilled Traineeships
These traineeships meet the Nationally Recognised Training standards. And are listed on the Australian Government’s National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET).
Traineeships
A traineeship is a fantastic way to kickstart your career while getting real-world experience. It allows you to work and study at the same time and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Traineeships are government-subsidised, meaning the cost of training is reduced or in some cases fully funded, making it more affordable for both you and your employer. This means you can gain valuable skills without the burden of high tuition fees. Employers also benefit from incentives, which makes hiring trainees an attractive option for businesses.
By completing a traineeship, you not only build industry-specific knowledge but also improve your job prospects by gaining hands-on experience in a real working environment.
What is NSW Smart and Skilled Funded Traineeships?
Smart and Skilled is a NSW Government program that helps people get qualifications in in-demand skills and industries. It’s a key part of the NSW vocational education and training system. Smart and Skilled gives eligible students: an entitlement to government-subsidised training up to and including Certificate III.
National Skills Training Institute (Pet Stylist Academy) is a proud provider of The NSW Government’s Smart and Skilled Program. Smart and Skilled is government funded training that provides individuals working or living in NSW with access to subsidised training in a range of qualifications. National Skills Training Institute (Pet Stylist Academy) currently holds a funding contact with the New South Wales Government under the Smart and Skilled Program and can help individuals and employers to access funding to develop skills or upskill workforces.
Who is eligible for a Smart and Skilled Funded Traineeship ?
Are you:
• 15 years old or over?
• no longer at school?
• living or working in NSW?
• an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?
If you answered ‘Yes’ to all four questions, you’re eligible for Smart and Skilled training.
Your eligibility is not affected if you have completed a vocational education and training (VET) course, including a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship, as part of your high school education.
What Traineeship Qualifications are offered at the National Skills Training Institute (Pet Stylist Academy)?
• ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
• ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services
• ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming)
• ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training (Dog Trainer)
How to start a Traineeship ?
1. Find an employer that is seeking to employ a trainee in their organisation/business
2. Contact Busy At Work (Apprenticeship Network Provider) and confirm with them that National Skills Training Institute (RTO 41462) will be the training provider
3. Nationals Skills Training Institute (Pet Stylist Academy) will then use NSW Department calculator to validate eligibility and any fees chargeable for the course.
4. Training Contract to be signed between employer, trainee and Apprentice Network Provider (Busy at Work)
5. Receive the training contract ID number and a full training plan is developed with the National Skills Training Institute (Pet Stylist Academy).
Fees and Charges
Each course has varying subsidies that NSW Smart and Skilled funding provides. A quick way to find the fees for a trainee is to visit the course page to find the smart and skilled fees based upon the trainee’s circumstances:
1. Visit the NSW Skills Website – CLICK HERE
2. Search for your course and include your location
3. Select the Traineeship program type
4. Check Eligibility (this will provide an estimate of any fees for the course)
Locations
National Skills Training Institute (Pet Stylist Academy) offers traineeships across NSW. These include the following areas:
- Sydney
- Central Coast
- Hunter Valley
- Newcastle
- Illawarra
- Mid North Coast
- Illawarra
- Mid North Coast
- Murray
- New England and North West
- Newcastle and Lake Macquarie
- Richmond – Tweed
- Riverina
- Southern Highlands and Shoalhaven
Smart and Skilled Policies
NSW Smart and Skilled Website – https://skills.education.nsw.gov.au/
NSW Smart and Skilled Fee Administration Policy – Fee Administration Policy
NSW Smart and Skilled Student Eligibility Policy – Student Eligibility Policy
NSW Smart and Skilled Consumer Protection Strategy – Consumer Protection Strategy
Employers
Employing a trainee under the NSW Government’s Smart and Skilled funded traineeship program is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to develop a skilled and dedicated workforce while benefiting from financial support. Trainees bring fresh enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn, allowing you to train them according to your business needs. Through Smart and Skilled, eligible employers may access government funding to help cover training costs, reducing the financial burden and making it easier to invest in staff development. To learn more about the benefits of hiring a trainee and the financial incentives available, click the link below.
- Earn While You Learn
- Trainees get paid while gaining valuable skills and qualifications, combining work experience with formal training.
- Government-Funded Training
- Through the Smart and Skilled program, eligible trainees receive subsidised training, reducing or eliminating course costs.
- Hands-On Industry Experience
- Trainees develop real-world skills by working in a professional environment, increasing their employability.
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Completing a traineeship can open doors to higher-level qualifications, promotions, and long-term career growth.
- Nationally Recognised Qualification
- Trainees earn a formal qualification that is recognised across Australia, giving them a competitive edge in the job market.