The Communications and Media Industry Training Organisation (CMITO) is urging new apprentices and their employers to take advantage of the government’s apprenticeship re-boot subsidy, worth $1000.
The first 10,000 new apprentices who enrol across all trades from March 6 will get the $1000 grant towards their tools and off-job costs. Employers will receive $1000 for each apprentice they take on. The subsidy is available to new apprentices signing on to a training programme of at least 120 credits that results in a Level 4 qualification (at least 40 credits must be at Level 4). The subsidy also applies – for 2013 only - to Modern Apprentices (aged 16-21) if they enrol in a Level 3 or 4 qualification. Apprentices need to be in training under their new agreement for 90 days before they can apply for the subsidy.
John Cudby, general manager at CMITO, says, “We have had strong interest in the subsidy so far. It presents a great opportunity for businesses employing apprentices in the print, packaging and signmaking industries. We want apprentices in these industries to get in quick because it only applies to the first 10,000 apprentices across all trades. Businesses and apprentices will benefit through the increased level of skills and knowledge that a qualification provides and it will cost significantly less. The subsidy will be administered through CMITO, so get in touch with us now to get the ball rolling.”
To comply with the 90-day training agreement rule, the earliest date that new apprentices and their employers can apply for the subsidy is June 4.
Initially the subsidy was to apply to new apprentices signing on from April 1 but strong demand has brought the start date forward. Recent changes to the apprenticeship training system mean all new apprentices receive additional support while completing their qualification, including an extra on-site visit each year (four visits in total).
CMITO offers a wide range of qualifications for the print, packaging, journalism and signmaking industries. CMITO provides all training workbooks, support and advice, arranges assessments and certificates.
Anyone needing more information can contact CMITO or email
