The Benefits of Studying via a Traineeship in Queensland
Career Start and Career Boost give you funded pathways to build your career in Early Childhood Education – from entry-level training through to advanced qualifications.
Since opening in 2013, KKTC Education has grown to be a market leader in Early Childhood Education and Care training across Australia. Our focus is simple: deliver the best learning experience in the sector.
Why Train with KKTC Education?
- Train with Early Childhood specialists.
- Experienced and caring trainers.
- Proactive support when you need it.
- Awesome resources and dynamic online learning platform.
- In-centre trainer visits every 3–4 weeks.
- Rolling intakes so you can start throughout the year.
How the Career Start / Career Boost Traineeship Works
- You find a role in a regulated Early Childhood service in Queensland (or you’re an existing educator ready to train).
- Your employer partners with KKTC Education and chooses their preferred Apprenticeship Centre.
- KKTC coordinates the sign-up, working with the Apprenticeship Centre and your service to complete paperwork quickly and efficiently – we do the leg work so you can focus on work and study.
Employer Incentive Payments – Career Start / Career Boost*
Full-time trainees/apprentices:
- $1,000 at the 6-month interval.
- $1,500 at the 12-month interval.
Part-time trainees/apprentices:
- $500 at the 6-month interval.
- $750 at the 12-month interval.
Priority Occupation Apprentice Payments*
Full-time payments:
- $625 at the 6-month and 12-month intervals.
- $625 at the 18-month and 24-month intervals.
Part-time payments:
- $315 at the 6-month and 12-month intervals.
- $310 at the 18-month and 24-month intervals.
*Incentive amounts are set by government and may change. Eligibility and conditions apply.
Who Is This QLD Program For?
- Early learning services in Queensland wanting to grow or upskill their educator team.
- New entrants looking to start a career in Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Existing educators ready to formalise their skills with a nationally recognised qualification.
QLD Career Start / Career Boost – Eligibility Overview
Funding and incentives are subject to Queensland Government traineeship and apprenticeship criteria. In general, you will need to:
- Be employed (or about to be employed) in a suitable Early Childhood Education and Care role in QLD.
- Meet QLD traineeship eligibility requirements and any program-specific rules.
- Have your employer prepared to support your training and sign a training contract.
- Be approved by the Apprenticeship Centre and relevant funding body.
KKTC Education will work with you and your employer to confirm your individual eligibility before enrolment.
Ready to Get Started or have some questions?
Fill out the form below and we will:
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- Check your eligibility for Career Start / Career Boost.
- Liaise with your chosen Apprenticeship Centre.
- Arrange your traineeship sign-up and enrolment with KKTC Education.
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