Tasmania

Government funded courses in Kingston

Government funding in Kingston provides subsidised course fees to eligible students in an effort to address skills shortages.

Popular government funded courses in Kingston

Enquire with a course provider to confirm availability of funded places and eligibility requirements.

FBP20122

Certificate II in Food Processing

Enrol in the FBP20122 Certificate II in Food Processing course to become a food process worker. This course is applicable for a range of industries from grain, dairy and poultry processing to fruit and vegetable supply, grocery orders and beverages, confectionery and baking. You’ll learn the skills to prepare, handle and transport food in your preferred industry. The FBP20122 Certificate II in Food Processing covers a range of subjects affecting the food processing industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including vacuum packing products, sharpening knives and using business technology. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Estimated fee* Unavailable Government funded
Duration 12 months
Study mode Traineeship

Enrol in the FBP20122 Certificate II in Food Processing course to become a food process worker. This course is applicable for a range of industries from grain, dairy and poultry processing to fruit and vegetable supply, grocery orders and beverages, confectionery and baking. You’ll learn the skills to prepare, handle and transport food in your preferred industry. The FBP20122 Certificate II in Food Processing covers a range of subjects affecting the food processing industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including vacuum packing products, sharpening knives and using business technology. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Government funding available in Kingston

Fee-Free TAFE

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.

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Eligibility criteria


You must meet ONE of the following requirements:

  • be a First Nations Australian; OR
  • be 17-24 years of age; OR
  • be unemployed or receiving income support payments; OR
  • be an unpaid carer; OR
  • be a person who identifies as female and is facing economic insecurity; OR
  • be a person who identifies as female and is undertaking study in non-traditional fields; OR
  • be a person with a disability

 

As well as ALL of the following requirements:

  • a dependent (aged over 18) or partner (spouse) visa holder of an eligible applicant
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live in TAS
Additional criteria may apply.

JobTrainer

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.

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Eligibility criteria


You must meet ONE of the following requirements:

  • be 17-24 years of age (regardless of employment status); OR
  • be unemployed or receiving income support payments; OR
  • be “at risk of unemployment”; OR
  • be underemployed (working fewer hours than desired, including part-time workers); OR
  • be enrolling in an aged care, childcare, or disability care qualification; OR
  • be enrolling in a digital skills qualification

 

As well as ALL of the following requirements:

  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident, or an eligible visa holder
  • live in TAS
  • not be currently enrolled at a Tasmanian school (as defined by the Education Act 2016)
Additional criteria may apply.

Skills Checkpoint

Skills Checkpoint is a program offering career guidance and training options for older workers within Tasmania. It’s designed for people aged over 45 and it helps workers to stay in their current job role, transition to a new role at their workplace or find a whole new career path.

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Eligibility criteria Additional criteria may apply.

Skills 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.

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Eligibility criteria
  • a dependent (aged over 18) or partner (spouse) visa holder of an eligible applicant
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live in TAS
Additional criteria may apply.

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