Australia sees rise in apprenticeship and traineeship uptake

Australia sees rise in apprenticeship and traineeship uptake

Billy York is among those taking on a mature-age apprenticeship as a heavy vehicle mechanic. Image: TAFE NSW As we head into National Apprenticeship Week (February 9-15), new national data shows long-term growth in apprenticeships and traineeships across Australia. This data covers apprenticeships and traineeships from 1963 to 2025, offering a long-term view of how Australia’s training system has grown and changed over time. According to the Nat…