Government funding available in Palmerston
Fee-Free TAFE
Seeking to upgrade your skills for a fulfilling career? Residents in the Northern Territory (NT) might have access to free vocational training.
Learn more- be 15 years of age or older
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
- live or work in NT
JobTrainer
Thousands of free and low cost training courses are available to residents of the Northern Territory under JobTrainer NT — a joint investment by the Australian government and the NT state government.
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You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
- be unemployed; OR
- be 17-24 years of age (regardless of employment status); OR
- be in receipt of an income support payment; OR
- be employed on a casual or part time basis, working less the 35 hours per week, willing and available to work additional hours
As well as ALL of the following requirements:
- be 17-24 years of age
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
- be an NT resident
NT Training Entitlement
The Northern Territory Training Entitlement is the funding program in NT for Vocational Education and Training (VET). The Northern Territory Training Entitlement enables all NT residents of working age without a Certificate III or higher qualification to access government subsidised training.
Learn more- live in the Northern Territory (NT)
- are an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a visa without work or study restrictions; or are a New Zealand citizen who has lived in Australia for over six months
- are at least 17 years old and have left school
- preferably don't already have a Certificate III level qualification or above.
Skills Checkpoint
Skills Checkpoint is a program offering career guidance and training options for older workers within the Northern Territory. 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.
Learn moreUser Choice
User Choice Funding is a national funding scheme that subsidises the cost of an apprenticeship or traineeship, and provides additional incentives for students in remote and regional areas.
Learn more- be 15 years of age or older
- not enrolled at any school
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
- live or work in NT
Popular government funded courses
Enquire with a course provider to confirm availability of funded places and eligibility requirements.
