Training costs for Apprentices Clause Samples
The 'Training costs for Apprentices' clause defines how the expenses related to the education and training of apprentices are handled within an agreement. Typically, this clause specifies which party—such as the employer or a third party—is responsible for paying for training programs, materials, or external courses required for the apprentice’s development. For example, it may state that the employer will cover tuition fees for mandatory certifications or reimburse the apprentice for approved training expenses. The core function of this clause is to clearly allocate financial responsibility for training, preventing disputes and ensuring that apprentices receive the necessary support for their professional growth.
Training costs for Apprentices. (i) Provided there is satisfactory progress, any fees and costs associated with the first year of the apprenticeship will be reimbursed by the Employer within six months of payment being made by the Employee.
(ii) Provided there is satisfactory progress, any fees and costs associated with subsequent years of the apprenticeship will be reimbursed by the Employer within two months of payment being made by the Employee.
(iii) The Employer may meet their obligations under this clause 15.9(d) by paying any fees and costs associated with the apprenticeship directly (rather than the Employee paying the fees and costs and being reimbursed by the Employer).
(iv) “Fees and costs” includes any fees charged by an RTO and the costs of any prescribed learner resources.