Government Funded Courses (TAS)
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Government Funding Schemes in Tasmania
Ready to enhance your skills and advance your career? If you're in Tasmania (TAS), you might be in luck with access to free training.
JobTrainer TAS is a joint undertaking by the State government of Tasmania and the Federal Government. Together they are providing $21.04 million for new VET (vocational education and training) opportunities for the citizens of Tasmania.
Skills Tasmania is a state government program that helps the citizens of Tasmania access subsidised qualifications and the vocational training that leads to actual jobs and business opportunities.
Government Funded Courses
HLT37215
Online, On Campus, Workplace
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Pathology Collector
Phlebotomist
The Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215) is a hands-on qualification that prepares you for work in a pathology unit or testing centre. Over 6 months you will learn how to collect blood and other pathology samples — then prepare, record and despatch for testing. Choose electives from electrocardiography (ECG), first aid, recognising healthy body systems, drug and abuse testing.
Enquire now for the list of study units and electives, plus your eligibility for government funded training..
Average duration: 6 months.
HLT54121
Online, On Campus
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Aboriginal Health Worker
Rehabilitation Nurse
Enrolled Nurse
Aged Care Nurse
Mental Health Nurse
Midwife
Become an enrolled nurse with the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing. This nationally recognised diploma is part of the enrolled nurse registration requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The course covers: working as a nurse within the Australian healthcare system, performing clinical assessment of patients, principles of wound management, administering medicines and intravenous therapy, nursing patients with mental health issues, monitoring acute and chronic health conditions, palliative care approaches, infection controls, ethics and legalities of nursing. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, nursing career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.
PLEASE NOTE: if you are seeking registration with NMBA always check with your course provider before enrolment to ensure the correct electives are selected..
Average duration: 24 months.
BSB30120
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Possible job outcomes:
Customer Service Representative
Executive Assistant
Administration Officer
Data Entry Clerk
Office Assistant
Receptionist
Personal Assistant
Payroll Clerk
Accounts Clerk
Appointment Setter
Operations Coordinator
Area Manager
Administration Manager
Regional Manager
Business Administrator
School Administration Officer
Scheduler
Administrative Assistant
The BSB30120 Certificate III in Business prepares you for an administrative role. You’ll gain essential communication and teamwork skills, then specialise in an area that supports your career aspirations. Specialty areas include: technology and IT, business competence, teamwork and relationships, customer service, accounts, medical administration, records management. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB40520
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Office Manager
Project Coordinator
General Manager
Supervisor
Team Leader
Assistant Manager
Team Administrator
Get the skills you need to become a successful workplace leader with the BSB40520 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management. This nationally recognised qualification covers the essential aspects of team leadership, workplace relationships, and operations management — then you choose electives that support your actual job role (eg, WHS and risk management, personal productivity, financial reporting, workplace diversity). You’ll graduate a more effective communicator with an arsenal of administration, IT, and digital work skills.
Enquire now for the list of study units and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
CHC50121
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Childcare Director
Lead Educator
Childcare Assistant
Early Childhood Educator
Childcare Centre Manager
Service Director
Room Assistant
A CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care will suit students desiring careers as early childhood educators responsible for designing and implementing curriculum. They work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. Students will learn how to work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children, nurture creativity in children as well as implement strategies for the inclusion of all children..
Average duration: 18 months.
BSB40120
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Business Support Officer
Business Administrator
Presales Consultant
Administration Manager
Area Manager
Procurement Officer
Team Leader
Supervisor
Project Coordinator
Office Manager
Step into a supervisory or management role with the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business. This nationally recognised qualification will level up your use of digital technologies and develop your critical thinking, business relationships and communication strategies. Even better you can choose from one of nine specialisation areas — leadership, administration, operations, sustainability, big data, cyber security, finance, records and information management, or procurement. Graduate with an arsenal of skills that support your actual job role.
Enquire now for the list of study units and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB40420
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
Work Health and Safety Officer
Human Resources Assistant
Payroll Officer
Recruitment Consultant
The BSB40420 Certificate IV in Human Resource Management is for HR Co-ordinators or managers and line supervisors that also have HR responsibilities. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to support the learning and development of teams, and support the HR process at your organisation. The course covers: recruitment and onboarding, performance development, advanced payroll, work health and safety implementation, industrial relations, critical communication skills.
Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment opportunities..
Average duration: 12 months.
SIS30321
Online, On Campus, Workplace
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Fitness Instructor
Gym Instructor
Become a professional fitness instructor with the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to lead group fitness classes, undertake fitness assessments, show gym patrons how to use fitness equipment, and develop personalised health and fitness programs. The course also covers: basic anatomy and physiology, nutrition, workplace safety, time management, communication skills, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, fitness career outcomes, and course training providers who deliver this qualification..
Average duration: 12 months.
SIR30116
Online, On Campus
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Pharmacy Sales Assistant
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
A Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is for students needing the practical skills to work in a pharmacy as a retail assistant. Students graduate knowing how to assist customers with a range of products: skin and anti-fungal; cough and cold relief; analgesic and anti-inflammatory; gastro-intestinal conditions; allergy relief; as well as support the on-site pharmacist.
The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Retail Services Training Package..
Average duration: 12 months.
SIS40221
Online, On Campus, Distance
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Fitness Instructor
Personal Trainer
Fitness Studio Manager
Become a qualified personal trainer with the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness. This nationally recognised certificate will teach you how to develop personalised exercise programs for clients and help them reach their fitness goals.
The course begins with an introduction to human anatomy and physiology as well as the fundamentals of health science and nutrition. You’ll also learn how to carry our client fitness assessments, lead group training sessions, and instruct clients on gym-based exercise and fitness equipment.
Enquire now for entry requirements, the list of study units, and upcoming course dates in your area..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB30120
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Dental Receptionist
Ward Clerk
Medical Receptionist
Admissions Clerk
Medical Administrator
Medical Secretary
Clinic Administrator
The BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Medical Administration) qualifies you for work at a doctor’s surgery, hospital, or dental clinic in administration. Over 6-12 months you will gain essential business admin skills (communication, teamwork, critical thinking) as well as specific training in medical terminology and managing patient records. The course also covers: processing medial accounts, controlling stocks and supplies, patient confidentiality. Enquire now for the list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB30320
Online, On Campus
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Legal Receptionist
Legal Secretary
The BSB30320 Certificate III in Legal Services prepares you for work in a legal services environment, using standard business software and communicating with co-workers and clients. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you the fundamentals of the Australian legal system as well as carrying out legal searches, searching public records, collecting data, lodging documents, business writing, communication, and teamwork. Enquire now for entry requirements, study unit choices, and future enrolment dates..
Average duration: 15 months.
AHC20416
Online, On Campus, Workplace
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Nurseryperson
Garden Labourer
Landscape Labourer
Nursery Hand
The Certificate II in Horticulture (AHC20416) is the qualification you need to get started in a nursery, work as a garden labourer or horticultural assistant. Over 6 months (at an advanced training facility) you will definitely get your hands dirty — as you learn to recognise plants, treat weeds, test plants and soil for diseases, and grow trees and shrubs.
Enquire now for a course schedule, intakes dates, and enrolment options..
Average duration: 6 months.
RII50120
Online, Workplace
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Mining Supervisor
Become a site manager at an open cut mine or quarry with the RII50120 Diploma of Surface Operations Management. This nationally recognised diploma delivers a mix of leadership and mine site operational skills. The course covers: ensuring site safety and compliance, implementing risk control strategies, implementing operational plans (environment, emergency preparedness, pit plan, ground control etc), overseeing infrastructure and mine service systems, business admin, budgeting and documentation. Enquire now for the full list of mining management competencies as well as upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB30120
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Customer Service Assistant
Customer Service Representative
Get the skills you need to take care of customer service with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement). This nationally recognised qualification delivers communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills as well as customer specific competencies in marketing, social media, sales, and complaint resolution. Graduate ready for work on the help desk or better able to support your own work team. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation competencies, and enrolment opportunities..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB40120
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Office Assistant
Office Manager
Administration Officer
Get the skills you need to run a busy office or work in the administration department with the BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Administration). This nationally recognised qualification delivers a full range of administrative skills including business writing and spreadsheets, IT and digital technologies, workplace information systems, business compliance, communication strategies, WHS programs, business meetings, and project work. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB30120
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Data Entry Clerk
Accounts Clerk
Business Administrator
Get started in the administration department with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Administration). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you communication, teamwork and critical thinking skills, and you’ll graduate able to process the payroll and financial transactions, organise schedules, purchase goods and services, and maintain business resources. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, enrolment dates, and your eligibility for subsidised training..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB30120
Online, Distance, Workplace
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Accounts Clerk
Receptionist
Personal Assistant
Learn how to organise and control workplace records and filing systems with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Records and Information Management). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you the essential aspects of knowledge management systems as well as communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. Graduate ready to maintain your own business records or efficiently control records for an entire office. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation outcomes, and enrolment centres near you..
Average duration: 8 months.
AUR30620
Online, On Campus, Distance, Workplace
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Apprentice Mechanic
Mechanical Technician
Diagnostic Technician
Learn how to service and repair cars and other light vehicles with the AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. This nationally recognised training course delivers a full range of technical skills including mechanical inspections, testing, fault diagnosis, repair work, servicing, battery charging, and part replacement. You’ll also gain essential knowledge of WHS, environmental safety, and sustainability in the automotive industry. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 12 months.
AUR31520
Online, On Campus, Workplace
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Apprentice Diesel Fitter
Diesel Mechanic
Become a licensed diesel mechanic with the AUR31520 Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology. This nationally recognised qualification is the official training course for apprentices and trade mechanics who want to specialise in diesel vehicles and machinery. Over 4 years of on-the-job training you will learn how to diagnose, service and repair a range of diesel vehicles and machines — as well as use standard tools and equipment. The course also covers different welding techniques.
Enquire now for the full list of study units and available training centres..
Average duration: 12 months.
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