Why do I need to sign up with an Apprentice Connect Provider?

Apprentice Connect Providers (Providers), formerly known as Australian Network Providers, provide free information, advice and support to employers, apprentices and trainees about apprenticeships and traineeships. They are contracted by the Australian Government as part of the Australian Apprenticeships Support Services.

Services they provide include:

• Information and guidance on how to become an apprentice or trainee, or recruit one
• Providing advice to employers, apprentices and trainees on qualifications available
• How to complete and lodge the training contract
• Determining your eligibility for Australian Government incentives
• Processing Australian Government incentive payments to employers, apprentices and trainees (where applicable)
• Monitoring the progress of the apprenticeship or traineeship.

Providers are also your first point of contact for free and confidential advice if you are part of a training contract and are experiencing any problems or issues with the apprenticeship or traineeship.

Skills Tasmania also offer a Workforce Training Consultancy service for learners or employers seeking advice and assistance.

Apprentice Connect Australia Providers (Providers) operating in Tasmania

The following Providers are operating in Tasmania:

Generalist Provider

• Mas National – 1300 627 628
• ASA 1300 363 831

Specialist Provider - focusing on Women in male-dominated trades and apprenticeships working towards Clean Energy occupations.

• BUSY At Work – 13 28 79.

Other Providers may provide services to national employers. Check the Australian Apprenticeships website if the Provider you are looking for is not listed above.

Need further information?

If you experiencing an issue with your Provider or your apprenticeship or traineeship is at risk, please contact a Senior Apprenticeships Officer.