About apprenticeships

If you’re 16 or older, and interested in a career in one of the industries that offer apprenticeships, you may be able to earn a qualification while you work.

New Zealand Apprenticeships — Careers.govt.nz

Getting started

Choose the industry, job type and region you would like to work in and then contact the relevant industry training organisation (ITO) for more information.

How to apply for apprenticeships — Careers.govt.nz

If you already have skills and knowledge in your area of interest, find out if you can have these credited to your apprenticeship.

How to get credit for skills and knowledge you already have — Careers.govt.nz

An ITO can help you work out what you need to do, and what qualifications you can get.

Pre-trade training helps you get knowledge and practical skills and a taste of working in a particular industry. It shows employers you’re ready for an apprenticeship.

Pre-trade training — Careers.govt.nz

Help with training fees

If you’re doing work-based learning or an apprenticeship, check if you’re eligible for Fees Free. It covers the fees for your final 2 years of work-based learning — up to $12,000.

You’ll need to pay your training and assessment fees as you train. Once you have completed your work-based learning programme you can apply for Fees Free. 

You need to meet the eligibility requirements to get Fees Free.

Fees Free — Inland Revenue