Apprenticeships & Traineeships
School-based apprenticeships
& traineeships.
Launch your career while completing your high school studies.
About apprenticeships and traineeships
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships
Women in trades
School-based apprenticeships & traineeships
School-based apprenticeships & traineeships
Get a head-start in your career.
What’s involved?
As a school-based apprentice, you’ll take on stage 1 of your apprenticeship during your final years of school, including part-time work with a host employer and the first units of your trade qualification. After completing your HSC, you’ll transition into stage 2 of your apprenticeship, continuing your practical learning and studies.
Through a school-based traineeship, you’ll complete a qualification while completing your HSC, and take on part-time work experience to develop your on-the-job skills. This equips you with transferable skills for future employment and gives you a step ahead in your career journey.
With Zeal Futures, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
Setting you up for success.
As a Zeal Futures school-based apprentice or trainee, you'll be provided ongoing support to help you complete your qualification and on-the-job training alongside your HSC studies.
Frequently asked questions
Got a question? We have the answer.
Does my qualification count towards my HSC?
Yes, your formal qualification studies will count towards the completion of your HSC. The amount of units a course will count towards your HSC can vary - talk to your careers adviser to learn more about how many units your chosen qualification is worth.
How many days will I work as part of a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship?
You'll complete part-time paid work during your school-based traineeship. Typically, you'll work one day per week with your host employer and attend school as normal for the other four days. This may vary depending on what type of apprenticeship or traineeship you complete.
