Government funding for vocational and TAFE courses in QLD
In Queensland, there are six different government funding schemes including Skills Checkpoint, Use Choice, Certificate 3 Guarantee, Free TAFE for Under 25s, Free apprenticeships for under 25s, and Higher Level Skills.
Free apprenticeships for under 25s and User Choice support apprenticeships and traineeships, while the Certificate 3 Guarantee, Higher Level Skills and free TAFE for under 25s cover vocational education and training.
Funded courses may be provided by both TAFE and authorised Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). Upon enrolment, the government pays the training provider the course fee. Depending on the course and provider, students may still be required to pay for certain amenities and services, as well as textbooks and other study materials.
Funding for vocational education and training is available for accredited short courses (also known as skill sets) and nationally recognised qualifications, starting with foundation skills training, through to certificate III qualifications up to advanced diplomas.
Funded qualifications are available in various fields, including information technology, healthcare, and community services. Depending on the course, both in-person and online learning are available.
Funding programs generally require you to be a Queensland resident and be one of the following:
• Australian citizen
• Australian permanent resident
• New Zealand citizen
• Eligible visa holder
The page for each funding scheme includes a list of the additional requirements for each programme. Contact a provider about a course to verify your eligibility.
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Government Funding Schemes in Queensland
Skills Checkpoint
Skills Checkpoint is a government program that supports Australians over 40 in retraining and upskilling so they can enhance their current careers or find new jobs.
Learn MoreUser Choice
User Choice is a government funding program that helps Australian Apprentices by contributing to the cost of training and assessment services.
Learn MoreCertificate 3 Guarantee
The Certificate 3 Guarantee program could help pay for your first certificate III level qualification.
Learn MoreFree TAFE for under 25s
All under 25s in Queensland can access training for 26 priority certificate III qualifications for free, opening up new and exciting opportunities for young people in the area.
Learn MoreFree apprenticeships for under 25s
Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s is a program set up by the Queensland Government to give training to young people in high priority areas.
Learn MoreHigher Level Skills
The higher level skills program aims to equip Queenslanders with the necessary abilities to find work in priority industries or to move on towards a university education.
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