How do we work?

• Apprentices are employed by CTC through a formal process of job advertisements, applications, interviews and assessment for a trade aptitude.
• Apprentices are then placed (hired to) with host businesses for an agreed period. CTC has a large number of employers – ranging from small to medium-sized to large businesses - who want to hire our apprentices and to train them in the chosen trade.
• Apprentices attend formal training throughout the apprenticeship period, generally at a TAFE facility, with the remainder of the time working within the host business, where receiving on-the-job work matched to the accredited qualification
• Our Apprentice Services Officers visit each workplace on a regular basis to monitor progress, safe work practices and the on-the-job training being provided and to discuss and resolve any other issues identified
• We provide a full support mechanism for all our apprentices which can
  include mentoring on their training. We also assist with arrangements for off-the-job courses and check on progress with training providers.

Job Security

If work with your “Host Employer” runs out we rotate you to another employer to continue your trade training. 

Work Rotation

Apprentices can be sure the training and employment they undertake are matched to industry requirements. Training can be tailored to suit individual employers' requirements.
Apprentices may be rotated through different host businesses during their period of training providing the exposure required to achieve each of the competencies of their vocation.

Monitoring and Support

Our Apprentice Services Officers carry out regular workplace monitoring visits, including safety checks, performance, counselling and personal support. Apprentice Services Officers make sure apprentices are receiving adequate training and are engaging in safe work practices.

Employment

We handle all the paperwork and records for the apprentices and manage the payroll function as well as all other statutory employment obligations.

Apprenticeship FAQ's

What is a Group Training Company?
A group training company is a business that employs apprentices, and then places them with one or more host trainers to undertake their apprenticeship.

If I attend RTO/TAFE one day a week, will I then be paid for four days only?
No! You will be paid for attending RTO/TAFE provided you present your attendance card signed by your RTO/TAFE teacher to your host employer immediately after having attended RTO/TAFE.

What should I do if I am not happy in the company where I have been placed for my training?
Your first line of action would be to discuss the situation with the workshop manager or, if this is not possible due to breakdown in communications, contact your Apprentice Services Officer.

How long is a standard apprenticeship?
An Apprenticeship period is becoming more flexible generally taking up to four years. It is possible with high performance at TAFE and success in the workplace to gain an early completion.

Do I have to go to TAFE or any other REGISTERED TRAINING ORGANISATION (RTO)?
Yes! Depending on the training you undertake, you will have to attend either day or block training week during your apprenticeship.

Do I have to buy tools straight away?
Under a Federal Government initiative, most apprenticeship trades will receive an $800 tool voucher after the completion of the probationary period. It is advisable to only purchase initial tools until this time, however, if you choose to do so, that is entirely up to you.

Traineeships

How does group training work?

• Trainees are employed by CTC through a formal process of job advertisements, applications, interviews and assessment for a traineeship.
• Trainees are then placed with host businesses for an agreed period. CTC has a large number of employers – ranging from small to medium-sized to large businesses - who want to hire our trainees and to help train them.
• After placement with a host business, trainees undertake formal training, which may be on the job but they may also be required to attend a TAFE or other RTO where required for delivery of formal training. This will depend on the traineeship vocation being undertaken and the delivery model.  
• Trainees spend the remainder of their time working with the host business, where the work matches the accredited qualification. 
• Our Apprentice Service officers visit each workplace on a regular basis to monitor progress, safe work practices and the on-the-job training being provided and to discuss any other issues identified.  
• We provide a full support mechanism for all our trainees which includes mentoring on their training. We also assist with arrangements for off-the-job courses and check on progress with training providers.  
• We handle all the paperwork and records for the trainees and manage the payroll function as well as all other statutory employment obligations.

Job Security

If work with your “Host” runs out we will rotate you to another employer to continue your vocation. 

Work Rotation 

Trainees can be sure the training programs they undertake are matched to industry requirements. Training can be tailored to suit individual employers' requirements.
Trainees may be rotated through different host businesses during their period of contract providing the exposure required to achieve each of the competencies of their vocation.

Monitoring and Support

Our Apprentice Service Officers carry out regular workplace monitoring visits, including safety, performance, counselling and personal support. Apprentice Service officers make sure trainees are receiving adequate training and are engaging in safe work practices.

Traineeship FAQ’s

What is a Group Training Company?
A group training company is a business that employs trainees, and then places them with one or more host trainers to undertake the vocation.

If I attend RTO/TAFE one day a week, will I then be paid for four days only?
No! You will be paid for attending RTO/TAFE provided you present your attendance card signed by your RTO/TAFE teacher to your host employer immediately after having attended RTO/TAFE.

What should I do if I am not happy in the company where I have been placed for my training?
Your first line of action would be to discuss the situation with the workshop manager or, if this is not possible due to breakdown in communications, contact your Apprentice Service Officer.

How long is a standard traineeship?
A Traineeship generally takes between 12 months to 2 years depending on the qualification being undertaken. It is possible with good results and high performance to achieve an early completion.

Do I have to go to TAFE or any other REGISTERED TRAINING ORGANISATION (RTO)?
Not necessarily! Many traineeships are conducted wholly on the job.

Do I have to buy tools straight away?
Under a Federal Government initiative, some Certificate III level traineeships may receive an $800 tool voucher after the completion of the probationary period. It is advisable to check with CTC first.