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Train apprentices the right way
At The Gordon, we combine hands-on learning with real industry knowledge to develop apprentices who are job-ready and equipped with the skills employers value.
Looking to upskill your workforce?
Build specialist skills, licences and post-trade qualifications through flexible industry training.
Want to know why local employers choose The Gordon?
Why employers choose The Gordon
Testimonial
"Apprentices coming from The Gordon are driven and ready to work from day one. With strong training and guidance from their teachers at The Gordon, we're confident that they’re set up for long, successful careers and help raise the standard of our industry."
Jayden, Aquatap Plumbing
"I completed my own training at The Gordon, so I’m confident in the level of training my apprentices receive. The flexible structure makes it easy for both myself and the apprentices, and having a well‑trained apprentice is important to me. I’m comfortable sending them out on their own, knowing they’ve received the training and background knowledge at The Gordon in areas we don’t always get to cover on the job."
Matt Golightly, Golightly Constructions
Contacts and useful links
The Gordon Customer Service
5225 0800
courinfo@gordontafe.edu.au
Apprentice Connect Australia Providers (ACAP)
Apprentice Connect Australia Providers in Geelong and Wyndham
Apprentice Connect Australia Provider are contracted by the Australian Government to provide one-stop shops for both those seeking to hire Australian Apprentices or those wanting to take up an Australian Apprenticeship as a career path.
Covers all aspects of employing an apprentice including vacancies, contracts, cancellations and more.
Useful Links
Find out information about:
- Benefits for your business when employing an apprentice or trainee (vic.gov.au website)
- Information for employers about Australian apprenticeships
- Apprenticeships and Traineeships (vic.gov.au website)
- Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service
As an Australian Apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Click here for more information.
Financial Support for Australian Apprentices | Australian Apprenticeships
Apprenticeship Support Officers
The Apprenticeship Support Program assists first year apprentices (under 25) to navigate the apprenticeship system and help them resolve any issues. The program offers information and referral to other services as well as providing personal support.
An Apprenticeship Support Officer will contact you in the first 3 months of your apprenticeship if you are eligible. Find out about Apprenticeship Support Officers here.
For more information call 1300 311 820 or email apprenticeship.support@education.vic.gov.au
Fair Work Ombudsman
Contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for information and advice about your workplace rights and obligations on 13 13 19 or visit www.fairwork.gov.au for more information.