Mantra Training & Development

Frequently Asked Questions

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Employer FAQ

1.. Why take on an Australian Apprentice/Trainee?: There are many reasons to take on an Australian Apprentice/Trainee here is just a few reasons.

Trained to your business requirements.

Offered in a range of industries.

Offered at all certificate levels up to Advanced Diploma.

Flexible training plan

Choice of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) who can provide off-the-job training to your Australian Apprentice, with negotiations around timing, location and nature of the training to suit your business needs.

User choice funding from your State or Territory Training Authority.

A range of financial incentives for eligible employers.

Can be full-time, part-time or school-based.

Nationally recognised qualifications and competencies.
2. I have decided I want to take on a Trainee/Apprentice, what do I do now?: Follow these simple steps and you will have an Australian Apprentice/Trainee in no time!

Contact the Australian Apprenticeship centre and discuss with them the qualification you would like to have your Trainee/Apprentice complete and what incentives you may be eligible for

Research an RTO that has this course on it�s scope of registration

Advise the Australian Apprenticeship Centre which RTO You would like to use, this is why it is called USER CHOICE.
3. Can my existing worker do a traineeship?: Yes they can however you will need to seek advice from the Australian Apprenticeship centre to see if you are entitled to employer incentives.
4. Will I have to pay any course fees?: Yes, however this varies depending on a number of scenarios. You will need to contact us to discuss the options and what costs are involved.
5. Will my Trainee/Apprentice have to attend any classroom based delivery, and be out of the workplace for long periods of time?: This will depend on the training plan that we develop with you.

The training plan will be developed with the best possible outcomes for you the employer and the Trainee/Apprentice. If it is possible to do all the training on site in the workplace then mantra training & development will accommodate this method.
6. How do I choose the best RTO?: You need to speak with an RTO and establish a relationship to see if they are a good fit with our organisation and staff.
7. If I need additional support and my Trainee/Apprentice has skills gaps, can you assist?: Yes we can. We will identify the best approach to deal with the gaps and incorporate this into the training plan.

We also have a FAQ tailored to the student.

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