What type of wage can an employee earn if they are classified as a learner under a special certificate?

An employee classified as a learner under a special certificate is allowed to earn a sub-minimum wage. This classification acknowledges that learners may have less experience or skill in a particular job, justifying a lower wage relative to the standard minimum wage. These rules are often put in place to encourage employers to hire and train inexperienced workers while also providing them with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience. Consequently, the sub-minimum wage is a legally sanctioned way to compensate learners as they develop their skills on the job.

Minimum wage refers to the lowest remuneration that employers are required by law to pay their employees, which does not apply to learners under a special certificate. Exempt wage generally relates to employees in certain categories who are not subject to overtime laws and would not be relevant to the classification discussed in the question. Premium wage typically refers to additional compensation for overtime, holiday work, or other exceptional circumstances, which does not pertain to the situation of learners under special certificates.