Apprenticeships and traineeships

If you’re looking to get straight into hands-on work (but need a bit of guidance), explore our range of apprenticeships and traineeships. The combination of on-the-job training and instruction from industry experts will prepare you for ongoing employment.

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Alyssa Heard describes her experience as an apprentice.

Why study at Federation

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Federation is a big uni with small-uni values. From the moment you receive an offer to the day you graduate, we make sure your experience is personalised. You’ll never get lost in the crowd.

79.4%

of Federation TAFE students would recommend Federation TAFE (above national VET average).
_{Victorian Skills Authority, 2024 RTO Performance Summary Report}

67%

of Victoria’s 364 occupations in shortage can be fulfilled via a TAFE education.
_{The TAFE Value and Perception Challenge Report 2024}

17%

of apprentices and trainees at Federation TAFE are female, closing the gender gap.

80%

of future jobs are attainable via a Victorian TAFE education.
_{The TAFE Value and Perception Challenge Report 2024}

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Pathways to an apprenticeship

Keen on a learning trade but not sure which one? Start with a pre-apprenticeship or complete your VCE Vocational Major to help narrow your interest area.

Pre-apprenticeships VCE Vocational Major

I feel very proud to win the Golden Plate Apprentice of the Year Award for a second year in a row … I owe a lot of my success to all my teachers at Federation TAFE and the mentors I have worked under. "

— Alexis Saville, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery 

Apprenticeships and traineeships essentials

Keen to find out more about Federation? Start with the basics.