Support, savings, and benefits apprentices may be eligible for
Apprentices are employees who are also enrolled in formal training. This means you may be eligible for a range of support programs, concessions, and discounts depending on your location, training status, and personal circumstances.
This page brings together national and state-based apprentice perks, plus partner benefits available through SprintSuite.
National Apprentice Support (Available Australia-Wide)
TIACS – Mental Health & Financial Support
Apprenticeship can be demanding.. long hours, new environments, financial pressure, and the challenge of finding your feet in a tough industry. TIACS exists to support apprentices through these moments, offering free and confidential help when things feel overwhelming, whether it’s work-related stress or something happening outside of work.
Free, confidential mental health and wellbeing support
Available 24/7 for apprentices, tradies, and their families
Support includes mental health, financial stress, and personal challenges
Find out more
Australian Apprenticeship Support Loans (AASL)
The cost of tools, equipment, and everyday living can add up quickly during an apprenticeship, especially in the early years. Australian Apprenticeship Support Loans (AASL) are designed to ease that pressure by giving eligible apprentices access to interest-free financial support while they complete their training.
Interest-free loans to help cover:
Tools
Equipment
Living costs during your apprenticeship
Borrow up to $25,643 (2024–25)
Available for apprentices in priority occupations
Apprentice Connect Australia Providers
Navigating an apprenticeship can feel confusing at times, especially when it comes to training requirements, paperwork, and understanding what support is available to you. Apprentice Connect Australia Providers are there to help you make sense of it all, offering free guidance and support throughout your apprenticeship.
Free support services contracted by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
Help with:
Understanding your apprenticeship
Accessing incentives
Training and employment support
Providers can help you find out what you’re eligible for
Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System
The Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System is designed to support apprentices in trades and industries where skills are in high demand. Depending on your occupation and stage of your apprenticeship, there may be financial incentives available to help support you through to completion.
Financial incentives and support depending on:
Your occupation
Your year level
Industry demand
Includes priority trade support and completion incentives
SprintSuite Partner Perks (Where Available)
Bunnings
NAWA support initiatives
Trade Pass access
Potential exclusive pricing for SprintSuite clients
Prezzee
Access to discounted digital gift cards
Discounts across the Prezzee gift card network
Available to SprintSuite clients and apprentices
State & Territory Apprentice Perks
Eligibility and benefits vary by state. Always check the official links or speak with your training provider.
Victoria (VIC)
Victoria (VIC)
Available perks may include:
Apprentice Help Desk support
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Concession myki fares (eligibility dependent on training status)
Queensland (QLD)
Queensland (QLD)
Available perks may include:
State-based financial support programs
Free or reduced-cost training
Travel and accommodation allowances
Public transport concessions (eligibility dependent on concession category)
New South Wales (NSW)
New South Wales (NSW)
Available perks may include:
Travel, accommodation, and relocation assistance if training requires long-distance travel
Transport Concession Entitlement Card
Access to Opal Concession fares
Available to eligible first and second-year apprentices
Continuing Apprentices/Trainees Placement Services (CAPS)
Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarships (hardship-based)
South Australia (SA)
South Australia (SA)
Available perks may include:
Success and wellbeing support services during training
Access to apprentice-focused support programs
Northern Territory (NT)
Northern Territory (NT)
Available perks may include:
$300 or $1,000 for eligible first-year apprentices
Regional and remote skills incentives (employer-based, but supports apprentice opportunities)
Tasmania (TAS)
Tasmania (TAS)
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
Available perks may include:
Cost-of-living payments for apprentices and trainees
$250 annual payment
Additional $250 for first-year apprentices for tools and equipment
Free and lowered cost transport concessions for eligible concession card holders
Reduced car registration fees for low-income or concession card holders
Important Things to Know
Apprentices do not automatically qualify for all perks
Many benefits depend on:
Your state or territory
Whether you’re full-time or part-time
Whether you hold a Health Care Card or concession card
Always confirm eligibility through official government or provider websites
Need Help Finding What You’re Eligible For?
If you’re unsure where to start:
Speak with your Apprentice Connect Australia Provider
Check your state training authority
Ask your employer or training provider
Incentive Explorer
Not sure which incentives or support payments apply to you? The Incentives Explorer is an easy online tool that lets you enter a few details about your apprenticeship, such as your occupation, location, and year level, to show the incentives and support you may be eligible for. It’s a helpful starting point if you want a clearer picture of what assistance is available to you right now.