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The Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers program allows certain skills and work experience to be credited towards a trade qualification. Find out if your industry experience counts.

This program is fully funded by the NSW Government until 30 June 2024.

To be eligible, you need to:

  • be 21 years of age or older
  • be currently working in the industry associated with the training qualification or have a minimum of 2 years' work experience in this industry from the last 5 years
  • currently be working in the industry if undertaking a Master of Engineering Management or Baking as part of a Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical (FBP) qualification
  • not be a registered apprentice or trainee, or had been for the last 6 months
  • live or work in NSW
  • be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.


Apply now for a skills assessment and find out if your experience can be recognised.

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Benefits for individuals

Participate for free

Qualifications completed through the program are fully funded by the NSW Government.

Gain transferable skills

Eligible trade workers who complete a trade qualification gain new skills which are recognised and can be used anywhere in Australia.


Increase your employability

There is a high demand for skilled trade workers and eligible tradespeople can potentially increase their financial stability, job prospects and employability by participating in the program and completing a course qualification.

Benefits for businesses

Qualified trade workers

The program helps organisations upskill their workforce, address skill shortages and meet industry demand. Employees can fast-track their industry experience to a trade qualification which helps both the individual and the organisation.

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Contact us

For enquiries about the Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers Program, email: tradepathways@det.nsw.edu.au.



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