About Zeal Futures
Zeal Futures provides the ultimate training and employment experience.
Our story began in 1981 with two employees and one project, which has paved the way for us to change thousands of lives through training and employment. Now operating across 10 regional branches and 3 training campuses, our vision and dedication have allowed us to evolve, creating career opportunities, with strong connections to people.
We work with industry leading organisations to offer high-quality, innovative apprenticeship and traineeship programs across a range of industries, maintaining one of the highest completion rates in Australia.
As experts in vocational education and training, we support people through all phases of their learning journeys, creating an environment for our students and employees to thrive. Our award-winning team takes a tailored approach, because no two people or businesses are the same.
At Zeal Futures, we create success stories.
Who We Work With
Empowering futures.
Short Courses
Industry
Essentials.
Gain industry tickets to expand your career opportunities with our range of funded short courses, including Barista, First Aid, White Card, RSA, and RCG.
Course Funding
Funding
& Eligibility.
With funding from the NSW Government, we can offer training that is partially or completely subsidised for eligible students.
About Us
Whowe are.
We exist to help everyone thrive, and we're passionate about supporting people and businesses to achieve their goals.
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We have the answers.
Got a question about apprenticeships, traineeships, courses, or business support? Find the answers to our frequently asked questions here.
How long is an apprenticeship or traineeship?
Apprenticeships are typically 4 years, while traineeships are generally 1-2 years, depending on the qualification. There is also the potential for early completion if you complete your formal training early.
Do I get paid while completing an apprenticeship or traineeship?
Yes, apprenticeships and traineeships are paid employment positions. As a Zeal Futures employee, we’ll pay you weekly based on the relevant industry Award. Some of our host employers also agree to pay apprentices and trainees at above-Award rates.
Will I get time at work to complete my qualification?
Yes. As an apprentice, you will usually be allocated one day per week, or a block release period, where you will attend your RTO for training.
For traineeships, you are typically allocated 3 hours per week to complete your studies at work. Scheduling this can be discussed with your Zeal Futures Workforce Solutions Specialist and your host supervisor.
How do I know if I’m eligible for a funded course?
There are a number of NSW Government funding options that allow us partly or fully subsidise course fees for eligible students. You can check your eligibility in the Funding Eligibility section of each course page, or on our Course Funding & Eligibility page.
How do I hire an apprentice or trainee?
At Zeal Futures, we have a team of dedicated Workforce Solutions Specialists who can help you identify your workforce needs and source quality candidates for apprenticeship and traineeship positions. You'll be involved in recruiting and onboarding your hosted employee, and receive ongoing support in training and mentoring your apprentice and trainee to successful completion.
Do you offer course programs for employment service providers?
Yes, we partner with a number of employment service providers and community organisations to provide customised training programs for their clients. Contact our training team to learn more about how we can help you meet your training needs.