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NAPS vs Non-NAPS Apprenticeships: Major Differences

⏱️ Read Time: 5 mins • 📅 Last Reviewed: 2026-06-18 • Trade Focus: Fitter

NAPS apprenticeships offer government-verified contracts, portal records, and eligibility for AITT exams, leading to the NAC certificate. Non-NAPS programs may not follow the same national structure. Stipends vary based on employer, trade, location, apprenticeship category, and applicable government guidelines.

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