Train Your PGD Apprentice

2025 is a great year to train a new pair of hands with ICE!

Start training Your PGD apprentice with ICE

Our training schedule is locked in, and the $500 apprenticeship boost is currently available.

Get started by requesting a training agreement today.

    How it works

    • Enter your details in the form below.
    • One of our team will get in touch with you directly. You can ask any questions you may have about schedules, fees, supervisions, etc.
    • We submit the training agreement to TEC.
    • When the agreement is processed, we’ll set up your apprentice with their training!

    Get started

    What’s involved in taking on a new apprentice?

    A training agreement formalises the relationship between an apprentice, employer, and the training provider.

    Here’s what each party is responsible for.

    Employer
    • Supervises the apprentice to PGDB policy and works closely with the apprentice supporting their day-to-day development of skills and knowledge.
    • Ensures an ICE registered verifier is in place and supported to check and verify apprentice’s on-job evidence. Please download our Workplace Verifier guide to learn more about the role and verification process.
    • Releases the apprentice for off-job training.
    • Provides a safe working environment.
    ICE
    • Provides off-job training and necessary assessment resources.
    • Provides pastoral care with a Training Advisor.
    • Provides up-to-date learning progress reports.
    • Awards certificates when the apprentice is qualified.
    Apprentice
    • Completes all required training and assessments each year

     

    ICE training courses are currently held in specialised training centres in Auckland, Otaki, Christchurch and Dunedin. Watch this space!

    Training Advisors

    Training Advisors are the people who will ensure your apprentice stays on track. They become the first point of contact for both you and your apprentice. This pastoral care forms an essential part of how we comply with the TEC Code of Good Practice.

    Fees and Subsidies
    Apprenticeship Boost

    The Apprenticeship Boost is now available until June 2028 and encourages employers to hire and train apprentices by offering a financial incentive.

    You can get up to $500 a month, per apprentice, not including GST. If you’re GST registered, you’ll be paid the amount plus GST.

    Employers interested in the Apprenticeship Boost can find detailed information on eligibility criteria, subsidy rates, and the application process on the Work and Income site.

    Fees Free Changes

    From 6 October 2025, all final-year Fees Free information and support has moved to Inland Revenue. If you’re looking for information about Fees Free eligibility, applications, or have questions about this government funding, please visit ird.govt.nz/fees-free where you’ll find the most current details and support.

    Applications for final-year Fees Free will open through myIR from 15 January 2026.

    More information visit our new Fees Free Policy information page.

    Training Fees

    2025 Fees for apprentices are charged at $59.00 per week. Payment is set up with a direct debit to ICE (Part of Skills Group).

     

    What’s involved in the apprentice qualification?

    We have lots of information on getting qualified in plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying. An Apprentice Manager can discuss requirements and assessment modules for each qualification with you.

    While ICE has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page, it is advisable to independently verify details and check for any updates or changes, as information may be subject to modifications over time