Bert Evans Apprenticeship Scholarships

Local first year apprentices facing financial or personal hardship will be supported with a $15,000 scholarship to undertake their trade and study through a NSW Government scholarship program.

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said people can now apply for a Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarship which will support 120 people to either start, change, or further their career. The scholarship program is named in honour of the late Bert Evans AO, a passionate advocate of vocational education for more than 30 years.

“This scholarship program offers a great incentive for eligible locals to kick-start their career,” Mrs Tuckerman said.

“Whether you need to purchase new tools, cover fuel or car maintenance, or pay for additional study, these scholarships have helped people overcome personal barriers to finish their apprenticeships and follow their trade calling.”

Minister for Skills and Training Alister Henskens said there were more than 107,000 people in-training across NSW, a 29 per cent increase on the year before.

“Apprenticeships are a critical part of ensuring NSW has a pipeline of skilled workers, but we also understand the financial limitations and challenges that arise for apprentices while completing their trade.

“The Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarships are in addition to the 100,000 fee-free apprenticeships and 70,000 fee-free traineeships and other low-fee courses funded by the NSW Government,” Mr Henskens said.

Applications are open and will close Friday, 27 May 2022. For more information and to apply visit www.education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/bertevans-scholarships or phone 13 28 11.

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