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Engineering
Apprenticeship & Trainee Qualifications
Engineering apprentices play an important part in workshops, sites and manufacturing environments. Blue Dog Training delivers practical and flexible training that supports real work and helps apprentices grow their skills with confidence. Our Engineering programs cover fabrication, mechanical and pathway qualifications for entry level learners, apprentices and experienced trades.
We work closely with employers to build consistent skills, safe work habits and industry ready capability so apprentices can contribute on site from the start.
How Our Training is Delivered
Blue Dog Training provides a workplace based model that lets apprentices learn on the job while receiving strong support from an experienced trainer. Our trainers are trade qualified and work with both the apprentice and employer to build an individual training plan that suits the workplace.
Theory is completed through our online learning platform, and practical development is tracked through the Skills Profiler app. This gives apprentices the flexibility to complete training at a time that suits the workload and gives employers clear oversight of progress.
To begin a Certificate III in Engineering, apprentices must be employed in the relevant trade with a full scope of work and be supervised by a qualified tradesperson.
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Flexible training modelApprentices stay on the job and complete training where and when it suits operational needs. |
Progress you can trackA Blue Dog trainer checks in regularly to keep apprentices on schedule, and employers can monitor progress at any time. |
Dedicated trainer supportEach employer and apprentice is supported by a designated trainer for the full duration of training to ensure a smooth and consistent experience. |
Why choose Blue Dog Training?
Whether you are putting on your first apprentice, adding another to your team, or looking for flexible training and stronger support, Blue Dog can help.
Blue Dog has trained engineering apprentices for more than twenty years. We partner with businesses to create a simple and reliable process from sign up to completion. Our onsite model gives employers full control of when theory is completed and keeps apprentices on the job where they are needed most.
Apprenticeship FAQs
How much will my apprenticeship cost?
This is dependent on a variety of factors including your age, eligibility requirements and previous trade experience. Costs specific to your training are provided in greater detail on the relevant course page or the Blue Dog Training Student Handbook.
What is RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)?
Workers are recognised for existing skills and can complete their trade in a shorter time
When can I start my apprenticeship?
Courses can be started as soon as you are ready. Courses are individualised and tailored to the employer’s scope of work.
Where do you provide apprentice training?
The training for both Carpentry and Engineering apprenticeships are delivered solely in Queensland and on the jobsite.
How long will my apprenticeship take?
The Blue Dog training model appeals to apprentices eager to take charge of their own training journey. The program is self-paced with most apprentices completing within a span of four (4) years. Apprentices may accelerate their training progress, subject to the approval of their employer.
Who will be my trainer?
Blue Dog Training trainers are all experienced tradesmen and qualified trainers and assessors. After more than a decade, Blue Dog Training still has many of its original trainers, providing stability for employers and apprentices. Apprentices and employers have access to the same trainer for the entire apprenticeship. The trainer will mentor the apprentice to become a quality tradesperson.
Can my employer view all of my training?
Employers or the office coordinator can access a complete record of their apprentice's progress via an employer login. Your designated Blue Dog Trainer is the key point of contact for both the apprentice and the employer.