A reminder that applications for this subsidy close on 31st March 2022.

It applies to employers of any size taking on new apprentices or trainees between 5th October 2020 and 31st March 2022.

The subsidy equates to 50% of apprentice gross wages paid up to a maximum of $7,000 per quarter per eligible apprentice, for wages paid in the 12 month period from the date they start.

The apprentice or trainee has to be undertaking a Certificate II or higher qualification and have a training contract that is formally approved by the state training authority.

The subsidy is not available for an apprentice receiving any other form of Australian Government Wage Subsidy, for example, Supporting Apprentices and Trainees or Jobkeeper.