Incentives and Funding

The Australian Government is committed to supporting the development of skills labour across the country. They provide a range of financial incentives and benefits to employers and Australian Apprentices.

From 1 July 2022, the Incentive System will provide:
 
  • A wage subsidy to employers of apprentices in priority occupations, set at 10% of the apprentice’s wage in the first year, 10% in the second year and 5% in the third year.
  • A direct payment to apprentices in priority occupations, of up to $1,250 paid every six months for a maximum of two years, up to a total value of $5,000, to help apprentices with cost-of-living pressures and to assist them to stay in their apprenticeship.
  • A hiring incentive to employers of apprentices in occupations not included on the Priority List, of up to $1,750, paid in two instalments at six and 12 months after commencement, up to a maximum value of $3,500.
Check out the incentives and funding available in your State or Territory:
 
New South Wales Western Australia
Victoria  

If you want to access the most up-to-date Australian Priority List, see below: 

Australian Apprenticeship Priority List 1 July to 31 December 2022
Australian Apprenticeship Priority List for commencements from 1 January 2023

APPRENTICESHIPS DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (ADMS)

The Apprenticeships Data Management System (ADMS) is an electronic system developed and maintained by the Australian Government that aims to better support the needs of apprentices, trainees and employers and will assist in managing some claim applications. The modernised system is more reliable and secure which will support your business.

Please note for Commencements/Recommencements with a start date before 01/07/2022 standard incentives will still be administered through Apprenticeship Support Australia.

Employers are responsible for registering for ADMS. For more information on how to register, download our PDF.

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*Eligibility criteria apply and in some cases are State specific.  Benefits and services are subject to change at any time without notice.