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If a person has a disability that would prevent them from starting an Australian Apprenticeship or traineeship because they are mobility restricted or need equipment enhancements to enable them to undertake on-the-job-training, then the ‘Assistance for Australian Apprentices with a Disability’ programme may be able to provide assistance.

Assistance:

• Tutorial Services
  Up to $5500 for a year (inclusive of GST)
• Interpreter & Mentor Services
  Up to $5500 for a year (inclusive of GST)
• Workplace Modifications
  Help is available to pay for the cost of workplace adjustments and modifications for eligible employees.
• Application for assistance is made through the Occupational Assessment.
• Application MUST be approved by the Australian Apprenticeships Centre. (BUSY At Work)
• May be eligible to receive wage support of either $104.30 or the weekly award wage for an Australian Apprentice, whichever is less and
• Is payable for the duration of the Apprenticeship or traineeship from the date of commencement.
• An Australian Apprentice who is eligible to attract DAAWS may ALSO BE ELIGIBLE to attract:
  • The Support for Adult Australian Apprentices (SAAA)
  • The Tools for Your Trade payment

NOTE: DAAWS claims cannot be paid until the Australian Apprenticeship has confirmation that the Training Contract has been formally approved.

BUSY At Work Apprenticeships Services (BUSY) can assist you in making an informed decision about which qualification and training outcome will best suit your needs along with providing information on appropriate training organisations and their delivery options. Call 13 BUSY (13 28 79) today!