What Australian Training Company does

Australian Training Company (ATC) is a not-for-profit Group Training Organisation (GTO) and Registered Training Organisation (RTO #5673) established in 1994, headquartered in Homebush, NSW with seven offices spanning NSW, ACT, and QLD. The company operates a dual model: as a GTO it directly recruits apprentices and trainees, employs them, and places them with host employers while handling all payroll, workers compensation, superannuation, and compliance obligations; as an RTO it delivers nationally recognised qualifications from Certificate II to Diploma level across more than 20 vocational areas including carpentry, plumbing, automotive, bakery, ICT, business, early childhood education and care, aged care, fitness, sport and recreation, telecommunications, supply chain, horticulture, arboriculture, and landscape construction. Core technology infrastructure centres on Learnbook, a custom Moodle-based learning management system developed with technology partner E-Creators, providing enrolled students 24/7 access to learning materials, supporting videos, and trainer support across multiple devices. ATC's revenue is generated through three primary streams: government-funded training subsidies under NSW Smart and Skilled, ACT Skilled Capital, and QLD User Choice; fee-for-service course delivery for non-eligible students (e.g., Peak Fitness combined Cert III/IV at AUD $3,200); and managed-services-style administrative fees from host employers using the GTO placement model. The company has facilitated employment and training for more than 20,000 apprentices, trainees, and students nationally and reports a 95%+ job placement rate for ICT program graduates.

Name

Australian Training Company

Legal name

Australian Training Company

Website

https://austrg.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Australian Training Company is a not-for-profit Group Training Organisation and Registered Training Organisation (RTO #5673) operating across NSW, ACT, and QLD since 1994. It recruits apprentices and trainees, handles all employment administration, and places them with host employers while delivering nationally recognised qualifications across 20-plus trades and vocational areas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Apprenticeship Services

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Computer Training (611420), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Skilled Trades (Electricians/Plumbers/HVAC/Carpenters) Staffing (BPACAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Systems Administration & IT Operations (Windows/Linux, Monitoring, ITSM) (EDABAFAH), Enterprise Applications & ERP/CRM (SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, Workday) (EDABAFAJ)

Keywords

• Apprenticeship and traineeship services
• Vocational education training
• Group training organisation
• Workforce skills training
• RTO accredited courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Homebush, NSW

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government-Funded Training: ATC operates state-funded training programs including NSW Smart and Skilled, ACT Skilled Capital, and Queensland User Choice. Revenue comes from government subsidies for eligible students.
2. Fee for Service Training: Courses are available to anyone not eligible for government funding. Fees vary by course and delivery method with payment options available. Example: Peak Fitness course costs $3,200.
3. Group Training Administration: As a GTO, ATC employs apprentices and trainees and places them with host employers. ATC handles payroll, workers compensation, superannuation, and all legal employment obligations, generating revenue through administrative fees and government incentives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Australian Training Company is a not-for-profit Group Training Organisation (GTO) and Registered Training Organisation (RTO #5673) that recruits apprentices and trainees, places them with host employers, and delivers nationally recognised vocational qualifications across 20+ industry areas including trades (carpentry, plumbing, automotive, bakery), business, ICT, fitness, aged care, childcare, horticulture, and landscape construction. The company handles all employment obligations for host employers (payroll, workers compensation, superannuation) and delivers training through online (Learnbook LMS) and face-to-face channels funded by NSW Smart and Skilled, ACT Skilled Capital, and Queensland User Choice programs.

Product overview

Australian Training Company (ATC) is a Group Training Organisation (GTO) and Registered Training Organisation (RTO #5673) offering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational education and employment services. The core offering consists of apprenticeships and traineeships across 20+ industry areas including trades (carpentry, plumbing, automotive, bakery), business services, ICT, community services, fitness, horticulture, and more. Supporting the apprenticeship programs is the Learnbook online learning platform powered by Moodle, providing students 24/7 access to course materials. ATC operates across NSW, QLD, and ACT with government-funded training programs including Smart and Skilled (NSW), Skilled Capital (ACT), and User Choice (QLD). The company has facilitated employment and training for more than 20,000 apprentices, trainees, and students nationally since 1994.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Apprenticeships and Traineeships Paid employment placements combined with nationally recognised qualifications for apprentices and trainees covering trades (carpentry, plumbing, automotive, bakery), ICT, business, fitness, aged care, childcare, horticulture, and landscape construction. The Group Training Organisation model means ATC is the legal employer and on-places the worker with host businesses. Durations range from 12 to 48 months.
• ICT Traineeship Program Two-year ICT traineeship program providing full-time employment while gaining Certificate III in Information Technology (first year) and Certificate IV in Information Technology (second year). Positions are located in Western Sydney and Blue Mountains Region, targeting school leavers and job seekers interested in IT careers.
• Carpentry Apprenticeship Four-year Certificate III in Carpentry apprenticeship covering construction, framework, roofs, floors, and finishings, with on-the-job training at host carpentry and construction businesses.
• Plumbing Apprenticeship Plumbing apprenticeship covering construction assistant, drainer, plumber, gas fitter, and air conditioning technician roles, combining on-the-job experience with technical training.
• Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship Automotive apprenticeship covering light vehicle, heavy commercial vehicle, mobile plant, motorcycle, and diesel engine technician trades, delivered on-the-job at host automotive businesses.
• Bakery Apprenticeship Bakery apprenticeship training for Baker's Assistant, Pastry Cook, Bread Baker, and Food Safety Supervisor roles in commercial bakery environments.
• Peak Fitness Course Intensive 18-week fitness trainer course combining Certificate III and IV in Fitness, qualifying graduates as group fitness and personal trainers. Available as fee-for-service ($3,200 total) or subsidised under NSW Smart and Skilled for eligible students.
• Business Training Business qualifications from Certificate II to Diploma level covering business administration, leadership, management, and customer engagement disciplines, delivered online and in the workplace.
• Information and Communications Technology Training ICT qualifications including Certificate III and Certificate IV in Information Technology covering helpdesk support, network administration, programming, and web development, delivered online and in the workplace.
• Early Childhood Education and Care Traineeship Childcare traineeship providing training for roles such as Outside School Hours Aider, Childhood Educator Assistant, and Child Care Worker in early childhood education settings.
• Aged Care Traineeship Aged care traineeship training for care worker, home care assistant, assistant in nursing, and registered nurse pathways in the aged care sector.
• Sport and Recreation Traineeship Sport and recreation qualification covering community activities assistant, recreation officers, aquatic operator, and community recreation coordinator roles.
• Telecommunications Traineeship Telecommunications traineeship covering cabler, installer, sales technician, security alarm installer, and communications technician roles.
• Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing) Traineeship Supply chain and warehousing traineeship covering logistics operator, warehouse operator, storeperson, and customs broker roles.
• Horticulture Traineeship Horticulture qualifications covering parks and gardens, nursery operations, and advanced diploma levels for landscape and garden maintenance roles.
• Arboriculture (Tree Surgeon) Traineeship Arboriculture traineeship covering tree climbing, elevated work platform operations, habitat protection, and tree surgery using various equipment.
• Landscape Construction Apprenticeship Landscape construction apprenticeship covering Certificate II to Diploma levels, teaching retaining walls, paving, decking, concreting, and water features installation.
• Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Sport and recreation qualifications from Certificate II to Certificate IV, covering community activities, aquatic operations, and fitness instruction.
• Community Services Training Community services qualifications including Certificate III and IV in School Based Education Support for teacher's aide and education support worker roles.
• Customer Engagement Training Customer engagement qualifications from Certificate II to Certificate III, covering customer service, call center operations, and customer complaint handling.
• Year 10 and 11 Pre-Employment Programs Pre-employment preparation program for Year 10 and 11 students covering resume creation, tax file numbers, driver's licenses, and industry-specific certifications to prepare them for entering the workforce.
• Year 12 Work Readiness Program Work readiness program for Year 12 students covering resume writing, cover letters, interview preparation, tax file numbers, USI requirements, and job search strategies.

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NSW Smart and SkilledcoreOthersGovernment training subsidy program operated by NSW Government. ATC's RTO delivers subsidized training under this program for eligible job seekers and workers in NSW.
• ACT Skilled CapitalcoreOthersACT Government-funded training program. ATC delivers subsidized training to Australian Apprentices in the ACT, funded by ACT and Australian Government.
• Queensland User ChoicecoreOthersQueensland State Government training program providing funding for apprentices and trainees. ATC delivers User Choice programs in QLD.
• Skilling Queenslanders for Work (Queensland Government)coreOthersATC participates in this Queensland Government program that funds projects providing practical skills training to jobseekers, with focus on priority sectors including construction, health, aviation, and hospitality.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Busy At Work: Australian not-for-profit GTO/RTO that recruits apprentices and trainees and places them with host employers across multiple trades — directly comparable business model to ATC.
• MEGT Australia: One of Australia's largest not-for-profit Group Training Organisations, operating across multiple states with both apprenticeship placement and RTO training services — directly comparable to ATC's dual GTO/RTO model.
• CVGT Australia: Not-for-profit Australian employment and training organization delivering apprenticeships, traineeships and vocational education across multiple states — directly comparable GTO/RTO model to ATC.
• Mas National: Australian Group Training Organisation providing apprenticeship and traineeship services across industries including construction, automotive, business and community services — closely comparable to ATC's GTO placement business.
• Sarina Russo Group: Australian integrated employment, training and recruitment group that places apprentices/trainees and delivers vocational qualifications across multiple sectors — overlapping directly with ATC's apprenticeship placement and RTO delivery model.
• WPC Group: Large Australian Group Training Organisation placing apprentices across a broad range of trades with national coverage — directly comparable GTO placement model and target customer base to ATC.

Broad incumbents

• TAFE NSW: Government-owned technical and further education institution delivering vocational qualifications across NSW — competes with ATC for government-funded learners and employers but at much larger scale across the same trades and business verticals.
• Navitas: Large publicly-listed Australian education provider offering vocational and professional training programs — operates in adjacent vocational training space to ATC but at materially larger scale and broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

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