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Free in ’23: Government Funded Courses in Western Australia

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Free in ’23: Government Funded Courses in Western Australia
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Get job-ready with free courses and training!

More than $112 million has been invested into the new Western Australian government funding scheme Free in ’23. As a result, there are over 100 free courses offered including all Job Ready skill sets and some qualifications. This scheme is set to stimulate Western Australia’s skilled workforce, back local businesses, and provide more employment for all Western Australian residents.

Investing in your education is the best way to learn new skills, boost your career opportunities and unlock your full potential — so with Free in ’23 taking care of the financial investment — nothing stands in your way. Find out everything about Free in ‘23 including the courses available, top education providers to choose from, and eligibility criteria.


What Can I Study with Free in '23?

There are a wide-range of government-funded courses under the Free in ‘23 scheme across a variety of industries, including:

 

Automotive

 

Building and construction

 

Business and finance

 

Education and community services

 

Engineering and mining

 

Health, beauty and fitness

 

Hospitality, retail, tourism and events

 

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Popular Government Funded Courses

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing or Disability)

If you have a genuine desire to help people in need, then consider studying the Certificate III in Individual Support. This is a nationally recognised qualification that makes a real difference in people’s lives and gives them a sense of independence. People who work in individual support have deep empathy for others, strong communication skills and promote safe work practices, which are skills you’ll build on in this course.

After completing this course, you’ll know how to provide person-centred support, assist with daily living tasks, and recognise and monitor the health status of your clients. You’ll study for 6-12 months and gain experience through work placement to build the expertise and the confidence needed when providing individual support in a real-life setting.

Gain employment in a variety of roles, including:

 

Personal care assistant

 

Aged care worker

 

Home care worker

 

Community care worker

 

Disability support worker

Find Certificate III in Individual Support

Study this course at:

Insight Training

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Want to see all courses we offer? Discover more individual support courses here.


Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

There are a few reasons why allied health professionals are constantly in high demand.

Australia has an ageing population and therefore the need for more health and support services is ever-increasing. In recent years, there’s also been a growing awareness of mental health and the importance of emotional well-being, therefore this has increased the need for counsellors and psychologists.

If you’re interested in an allied health career, the nationally recognised Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance is a great way to get your foot in the door. This course teaches you how to tackle the challenges and pressures that come with allied health. You’ll also learn key theoretical knowledge across areas like medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and infection control.

As a result, this qualification opens up opportunities in a variety of different roles, including:

 

Occupational therapist

 

Physiotherapist

 

Speech pathologist

 

Nutritionist

 

Exercise physiology

 

Dental hygienist

 

Psychologist

 

Allied health assistant

 

Counsellor

Find Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

This course can also be completed with:

Insight Training

Industry Skills Training

Want to see all courses we offer Browse all allied health courses here.


Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

If you love working with children and you’re passionate about helping them succeed in their education, this course is perfect for you. The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a nationally recognised qualification that generally takes between 12 and 18 months to finish on a part-time or full-time basis.

In this course, learn a variety of subjects including child development, health and safety, communication, and play-based learning. Also develop your practical skills on how to create safe and healthy environments for children and foster important social, emotional, and cognitive skills.

This course opens up a wide-range of career opportunities in childcare centres, kindergartens, and family day care services, with roles like:

 

Early childhood teacher

 

Playgroup supervisor

 

Childcare assistant

 

Nanny

 

Kindergarden assistant

 

Childcare worker

Find Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

You can study this course with Insight Training, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) based in Western Australia.

Want to see all courses we offer? Browse all child care courses here.


Who is eligible for these government funded courses?

If you currently live in Western Australia, you may be eligible to study for at no cost under the Free in ‘23 Scheme. Starting from 1st January 2023, the eligibility criteria for free training requires you to (1) have left school, (2) reside primarily in Western Australia, and are either:

 

  • An Australian citizen
  • A permanent visa holder or holder of visa subclass 309, 444, 449, 785, 786, 790, or 820
  • A dependent or spouse of the primary holder of a visa subclass 457 or 482
  • A bridging visa holder who has made a valid application for a visa subclass 866
  • A bridging visa E holder (subclasses 050 and 051) who has made a valid application for a visa subclass 785 or 790

 

Year 12 school students who are leaving school in 2023 can access a subsidised training place from 23 October 2023.


So if you’ve been thinking about studying for a while but course fees have been holding you back, why not take advantage of these government funded courses? Don’t let this opportunity slip by — start studying with Free in ‘23 and begin the journey to a rewarding career you’re passionate about.

More information about Free in ’23 here.

 

Please note that these courses are in high-demand. If you jump on a course and find it’s not currently taking enquiries, make sure to check back on the 1st of the month as they’ll be back live and ready for enrolments!

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