Work Different in Education & Care
Y Careers is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to helping young people gain skills and find meaningful careers in the education and care sector. Partnering with employers, we offer well-paid traineeships and jobs supported by our Career Coaches preparing young people for sustainable and fulfilling careers. Your path to a meaningful career starts here!
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Explore your path forward with tailored pathways for career seekers, forward-thinking employer partners, and supportive guidance for parents, guardians and career advisors.
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Career Seekers
Discover your potential and start your path to a meaningful career in the education and care industry.
Get StartedBuild a Future Workforce
Employer Partners
Empower your organisation with promising talent ready to make an impact.
Why PartnerSupport a Young Person
Parents & Career Advisors
Assist young adults in exploring fulfilling paths in the education and care sector.
Discover moreWhy Education & Care
Careers in the education and care industry offer fulfilling work, job stability, personal growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives. Join us for a rewarding career journey!
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Training That Pays
Discover paid traineeships at Y Careers. Gain hands-on experience, free education, and the support of a dedicated Career Coach.
Explore FurtherTraineeship Perks
Great Pay
$23.35ph
($855 per week)
Free Education
Offering a Certificate III and/or IV in
Community Services, Early Childhood
Education and Care, Individual Support,
Aged Care and Disability Support.
Up to 2 Years of Full-Time Work
There is a traineeship to suit everyone, with part-time and full-time options available.
Dedicated
Career Coach
A personalised coach to mentor and support you throughout your traineeship journey.
And no experience is required!
Join the Y Careers Traineeship Program and step into a rewarding career in the education and care industry! Choose your preferred pathway and get started with free education and hands-on experience.
We help bridge the gap in workforce shortages with supportive traineeships & jobs for young Australians.
Our Partners
The Traineeship Handbook
Our toolkit is packed with resources and expert guidance to help you understand the traineeship program.
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