We get it—“trade upgrade” sounds like marketing fluff. What we’re really talking about is something far more practical: dual trades, second trades, or fast-tracked qualifications that let skilled workers move into new roles without going back to square one.

At APT Hydraulics Training, we work with businesses to fast-track experienced tradespeople into mobile plant qualifications—without the slow burn of a four-year apprenticeship or the frustration of repeating training they already know.

What Is a Dual Trade or Trade Upgrade?

It’s simple: if someone is already qualified—say, a light vehicle mechanic, a fitter, or a heavy diesel tech—and they want to transition into another trade area (like mobile plant), they shouldn’t have to start from scratch.

With our dual trade pathways, we recognise the experience your employee already has, identify the gaps, and deliver only the training they need to get qualified in the new area.

This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about efficiency.

How It Works

Let’s say you’ve got a skilled mechanic on your team who’s great with engines but needs certification in mobile plant to move into site-based work.

Instead of enrolling them in a full apprenticeship and slashing their pay rate, we:

✅ Recognise their previous training and experience
✅ Map out the remaining units they need
✅ Build a tailored learning plan that gets them qualified—fast

Most of the time, they’ve already ticked off half the competencies required. So instead of rehashing WHS modules for the hundredth time, we focus only on what’s missing.

The result? A faster path to qualification. Less time off tools. More value to your team.

Who It’s For

Our dual trade programs are ideal for:

• Light vehicle mechanics moving into heavy plant roles
• Fitters looking to upskill into Cert IV level work
• Experienced tradespeople wanting to expand their job prospects
• Employers wanting to boost team capability without new hires
  

We tailor the program to each learner, so whether they’re looking to climb the ladder or simply become more versatile on-site, we’ll build a learning plan that fits.

Why Businesses Love It

As an employer, you get:

✔️ A more skilled, qualified workforce—without starting from zero
✔️ Minimal disruption to your workflow
✔️ Practical training based on what your team actually needs
✔️ A fast-tracked path that respects experience and accelerates growth

And because all our programs are delivered by a nationally recognised RTO, you stay compliant while building capability in-house.

Ready to Upskill Without the Delay?

Forget the outdated model of re-training from scratch. With APT Hydraulics Training, your team can dual trade, cross-skill, and level up with training that recognises where they’ve been—and gets them where they’re going, faster.

Don’t waste time repeating the basics. Let’s build on what your team already knows.