Employer Incentives
Hiring a trainee or supporting your existing staff through a traineeship unlocks significant government incentives that offset training and wage costs.
Fee-Free Traineeships (NSW)
- New Entrant Traineeships are fee-free until 30 June 2026 under NSW Smart and Skilled
- Your employee pays nothing for their nationally recognised qualification
- Applies to all AMBI traineeship qualifications
Priority Hiring Incentive (Federal)
- $2,500 for full-time trainees in priority occupations
- $1,250 for part-time trainees
- Paid directly to the employer via the Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System
Payroll Tax Rebate (NSW)
- Claim a payroll tax rebate on wages paid to registered apprentices and new entrant trainees
- Applies for the full duration of the training contract
- Available through Revenue NSW
Workers Comp Premium Reduction
- icare Apprentice Incentive Scheme reduces your workers compensation premium
- Discount calculated on wages paid to apprentices/trainees
- Example: ~$450 annual saving per apprentice in Hairdressing & Beauty Salons
Employee & Business Owner Benefits
Fee-Free Qualification
- Eligible trainees pay no fees under Smart and Skilled fee-free traineeships
- Earn a nationally recognised qualification while you work
- Study on the job with structured workplace training
RPL — Fast-Track Your Qualification
- Already experienced? Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) converts your skills into a formal qualification
- Reduced fees — pay only for the units you need to complete
- Faster completion — skip what you already know
- Ideal for salon owners and experienced therapists
Career & Business Growth
- Qualify for higher-level services and expand your menu
- Meet insurance and industry compliance requirements
- Diploma-level qualifications open management and business ownership pathways
- Upskill without leaving your job
RPL for Salon Owners & Experienced Staff
If you or your staff have been working in the beauty or nail industry, you likely already have the skills needed for a formal qualification. Through RPL, we assess your existing knowledge and practical skills against national standards. You only complete the gaps — saving you time and money.
How it works: We review your work history, portfolio and practical skills → map them against qualification units → you complete only what is needed → receive your nationally recognised qualification.
Typical RPL timeline: 4–8 weeks depending on evidence and gaps identified.
Available Qualifications
AMBI offers the following qualifications as traineeships and through RPL, all eligible for Smart and Skilled funding:
Certificate III in Nail Technology
Fee-Free Traineeship
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
Fee-Free Traineeship
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Fee-Free Traineeship
Diploma of Salon Management
Fee-Free Traineeship
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Fee-Free Traineeship
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Fee-Free Traineeship
Enquire Now
Interested in traineeships or RPL for yourself or your staff? Fill in the form below and we will be in touch within 1 business day.
Thank You!
Your enquiry has been received. Our team will contact you within 1 business day to discuss your training options and eligibility for government incentives.
If you need immediate assistance, call us on (02) 8076 2248 or email info@ambi.edu.au
Australian Massage & Beauty Institute (AMBI)
RTO 45552 | CRICOS 04000M
86 Keppel Street, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: (02) 8076 2248 | Email: info@ambi.edu.au