Kickstart Your Career with a Nationally Recognised Qualification

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Start Your Career with a Hands-On Australian Traineeship

Traineeships in Australia blend paid work with formal study, allowing you to gain real experience and a nationally recognised qualification in fields like business, retail, food services, and more. Perfect for school leavers and career changers, traineeships offer a clear pathway to employment while building job-ready skills.

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School Based Traineeships

Kick-start your career while still in high school through a school-based traineeship. This unique opportunity allows you to gain valuable real-world experience, earn an income, and work towards a nationally recognised qualification, all while balancing your studies.

By the time you graduate, you’ll have a competitive edge and a clear pathway to future employment or further education.

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Business

Gain essential skills and experience in a dynamic workplace.

Food Services

Develop practical skills in food preparation and service.

Pharmacy

Acquire hands-on experience in Community Pharmacy

Retail

Learn customer service and sales in a fast-paced environment.

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Unlock Your Future with Government Funded Training

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  • Eligibility

     States and Territories have eligibility criteria to access subsidised courses. Speak with our team to determine if you are eligible to undertake a Government subsidised course.

  • Queensland Subsidised Training 

     The Australian Retail College is a Queenland Skills Assure Supplier, approve to deliver funded training under the User Choice, C3G and Higher Level Skills program. More Information Here.

  • Western Australia Subsidised Training

    The Australian Retail College is a Western Australian Jobs & Skills contracted provider, approved to deliver funded training under the traineeship program. More Information Here.

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Gain Credit Through Recognition of Prior Learning

Accelerate Your Path

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to receive formal credit for their existing skills and knowledge through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). By assessing prior work experience, previous study, or relevant life skills, RPL helps reduce study time and course costs by eliminating unnecessary repetition. Students submit evidence of their experiences, which are assessed to fast-track their qualifications or specific units of competency and gain recognition within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Contact our team to explore how RPL can benefit you.

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Terms & Conditions

The Australian Retail College is Registered by the Australian Skills Quality Authority and regulated under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011. Our College terms, conditions and policies are provided below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Unlock your potential with our high-quality training in Retail, Community Pharmacy, and Leadership & Management.

  • What is a unique student identifier? 

    A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a reference number that creates an online record of a student’s training and qualifications attained in Australia, ensuring their education history is easily accessible. All students undertaking accredited training hold a USI.

  • Am I eligible to have my course subsidised by the State Government?

    States and Territories provide criteria for eligibility to undertake subsidised training. View information on Queensland and Western Australia subsidised training.

  • What courses are available through The Australian Retail College?

    View our range of courses at the top of this page.

  • Can I study part-time or full-time, and are there flexible learning options?

    Our courses are designed to fit into your schedule. Speak with our team to determine if our course delivery meets your individual needs.

  • What support is available during my studies?

    Our College has a range of supports available including direct Trainer support. View the support available in our student handbook. Registered traineeships may be able to access external mentoring support through Apprentice Connect Providers.

  • Is there financial assistance or payment plans available?

    Our course tuition fees can be paid in installments. Speak with our team about payment plans.

  • Do I need prior experience to enrol in a course?

    Some of our courses may require specific criteria for entry. View information on individual course pages.