Can my apprentice/trainee complete before the official end date
In NSW apprentices and trainees can complete their apprenticeship term ahead of time. This is known as competency-based completion (previously known as 'early completion').
Why...
As an employer you may want competency based completion of your apprentice or trainee because
- you will have a qualified employee sooner
- your apprentice or trainee can take on more responsibility at work, including supervising other apprentices or trainees
- you will get your Commonwealth incentive payment earlier
- you will have greater employee flexibility within your organisation.
Conditions for competency based completion
You can request competency based completion of the apprenticeship or traineeship if:
- your apprentice or trainee has completed their formal training through their Registered Training Organisation
- you are able to confirm that your apprentice or trainee has demonstrated all the required competencies
- both you and your apprentice or trainee agree to an early completion.
How to apply
Complete a Request for Competency Based Completion. Your Australian Apprenticeships Centre agent can assist you to prepare and lodge the request.
Submit your request to your nearest NSW DEC State Training Services office for approval.
Note:
A request for early completion can be made by one party. Where either party does not support the request State Training Services may refer the matter to the Vocational Training Tribunal for determination. The Tribunal may seek independent industry advice in regard to the on-the-job competence of the apprentice or trainee.
