- Applications open for 32nd WA Training Awards
- Recognising WA's best apprentices, trainees, employers, and training organisations
- $3,000 prize for individual winners
- Eight individual and five organisation categories
- Cook Government building a skilled and productive workforce
Applications are now open for the Western Australian Training Awards, giving apprentices, trainees, students, employers, and training organisations the chance to be recognised as the best in their field.
The Cook Government is creating opportunities for Western Australians to skill, upskill or reskill to support our growing economy through fee-free and low-fee TAFE courses, and schemes including the Job and Skills WA Employer Incentive and the Adult Apprentice Employer Incentive.
These awards recognise excellence in vocational education and training.
Past winners include 2022 WA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year Wayne Ryder, who featured in the 'You can make it here' campaign that celebrates TAFE and the training opportunities it provides.
WA achieved national success at the 2025 Australian Training Awards, with Arabella Poole named Australian Vocational Student of the Year and Taylorweir Hairdresser and Barber Training named Australia's Small Training Provider of the Year.
The WA Training Awards are delivered by the Department of Training and Workforce Development and supported by major partners including the State Training Board, Training Accreditation Council, Jobs and Skills WA, returning principal sponsor MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, Construction Training Fund, and ECA WA.
Applications close on 10 April 2026. Apply at wa.gov.au/watrainingawards .
As stated by Skills and TAFE Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
"We want everyone to have a quality job, and for many that starts with quality training at TAFE. Every year, we see remarkable stories of dedication, resilience, and innovation.
"I encourage Western Australians to nominate and help us recognise those who embody the 'You can make it here' message - because great careers and great futures are being built right here in WA."
