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First Nations Apprenticeships

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Support for First Nations Apprentices in trades

At APM, we’re proud to walk alongside First Nations apprentices throughout their journey in the trades industries.

As Victoria’s only First Nations Specialist Apprentice Connect provider, we offer culturally safe, respectful, and personalised support to help you succeed.

What you’ll get

Whether you’re starting out or already on your path, our team provides:

  • Face-to-face visits and mentoring
  • Personal support tailored to your needs
  • Help navigating training, contracts, and workplace challenges
  • Guidance to help you complete your apprenticeship and thrive
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Financial Incentives

Australian Apprentice Training Support Payment (AATSP)

Up to $5,000 over two years for apprentices in Priority List trades:

  • Full-time: $1,750 at 6 & 12 months, $750 at 18 & 24 months
  • Part-time: $875 at 6 & 12 months, $375 at 18 & 24 months


Key Apprenticeship Program (KAP)

Earn up to $10,000 (full-time) or $5,000 (part-time) across your apprenticeship in housing construction or clean energy trades:

  • Full-time: $2,000 at 6, 12, 24, 36 months and on completion
  • Part-time: $1,000 at 6, 12, 24, 36 months and on completion


Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA)

If you’ve moved away from home or are homeless:

  • $120/week in Year 1
  • $90/week in Year 2
  • $45/week in Year 3


Apprenticeship Support Loans (AASL)

Flexible loans to help cover everyday costs like tools, transport, and living expenses. Learn more.



Useful links

Apprenticeship & Employment Resources

Financial Support & Concessions

APM Support & Contact

Your feedback

At APM we welcome your comments and questions about your support. 

You can share your compliments, complaints, and feedback about APM Apprenticeships and all our employment services programs via our Contact us page.

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Serendipity WA Pty Ltd trading as APM Employment Services is a Provider contracted by the Australian Government as represented by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations to provide Australian Apprenticeship Support Services to prospective and current Australian Apprentices, and Employers of Australian Apprentices. APM Employment Services is one of a number of Apprentice Connect Australia Providers in Victoria. This website does not represent the Australian Government.