Queensland

Government Funded Courses in QLD

Find subsidised courses and check if you're eligible for funding in Queensland.

Government funding available in QLD

Certificate 3 Guarantee

The Certificate 3 Guarantee provides funding for a range of Certificate III qualifications as well as foundation skills training.

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Eligibility criteria
  • be 15 years of age or older
  • not enrolled at any school (with the exception of VET in Schools students)
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live or work in QLD
  • not hold, or be enrolled in, a certificate III level or higher qualification (not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training).
Additional criteria may apply.

Construction Skills Queensland

Eligible Queensland building and construction workers can have up to 75% of training costs covered by Construction Skills Queensland for short courses, higher qualifications, skills assessments, and gap training, supporting those seeking to upskill or re-enter the industry.

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Eligibility criteria
  • not enrolled at any school
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live or work in QLD
  • be employed in the building and construction industry for at least six months or be an unemployed eligible worker for no more than six months
  • not be an employee of an authority
  • not be a contracted trainer, assessor, or existing worker of an RTO
  • not be receiving funding from another source for the same training
  • not be funded for more than eight short courses in the same program period
  • not be funded for more than three high-risk work units (excluding asbestos units) in the same program period
  • not be seeking a Verification of Competency
Additional criteria may apply.

Fee-Free TAFE

Fee-Free TAFE (QLD) is a state government initiative that offers eligible Queenslanders the chance to attain a fully accredited diploma, certificate qualification, or short course at zero cost.

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Eligibility criteria
  • 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 QLD
  • not have enrolled in the course previously (not including foundation skills training)
  • not have completed a qualification previously under Fee-Free TAFE or Free Nursing
Additional criteria may apply.

Free training for Apprenticeships

This funding scheme provides free training for students who are under 21 years of age in priority apprenticeship and traineeship programs.

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Eligibility criteria
  • be 25 years of age or younger
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live or work in QLD
Additional criteria may apply.

Free training for Year 12 graduates

Fee Free Training for Year 12 Graduates enables eligible Year 12 graduates to access fee-free apprenticeships, traineeships and training in high priority areas. The Queensland government provides subsidised training within the calendar year after graduating from high school.

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Eligibility criteria
  • be 17 years of age or older
  • have completed Year 12 in Queensland and hold a Senior Statement, or equivalent certification
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live in QLD
Additional criteria may apply.

Higher Level Skills

The Higher Level Skills Program provides funding for Certificate IV or higher level qualifications within priority skill sets.

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Eligibility criteria
  • 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 in QLD
  • not have enrolled in the course previously
Additional criteria may apply.

User Choice

User Choice Funding is a national funding scheme that subsidises the cost of an apprenticeship or traineeship.

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Eligibility criteria
  • be 17 years of age or older
  • be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
  • live or work in QLD
  • have entered a training contract for a qualification funded by the government
  • have selected a government-approved training provider.
Additional criteria may apply.

Popular government funded courses

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

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CPP20218

Certificate II in Security Operations
On Campus
3 weeks
$20 - $1,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator
Bodyguard Crowd Controller
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Guard Security Officer CCTV Operator Bodyguard Crowd Controller + 2 more
CHC42021

Certificate IV in Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$30 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Advocate Case Worker Community Support Worker
Community Health Liaison Community Development Worker Community Care Worker Case Manager Family Support Worker Youth Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Advocate Case Worker Community Support Worker Community Health Liaison Community Development Worker Community Care Worker Case Manager Family Support Worker Youth Worker + 6 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 18 months
$49 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Worker Program Coordinator Community Development Officer
Crisis Support Worker Client Services Officer Family Support Worker Case Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Case Worker Program Coordinator Community Development Officer Crisis Support Worker Client Services Officer Family Support Worker Case Manager + 4 more
SIS30321

Certificate III in Fitness
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$1,650 - $2,390
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fitness Instructor Gym Instructor Sports Coach
Sport and Recreation Officer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fitness Instructor Gym Instructor Sports Coach Sport and Recreation Officer + 1 more
SIS30321 & SIS40221

Dual Certificate III in Fitness & Certificate IV in Fitness
Blended, On Campus, Online
24 months
$3,490
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Exercise Scientist Strength and Conditioning Coach Sports Coach
Exercise Physiologist Yoga Instructor Fitness Instructor Personal Trainer Gym Instructor
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Exercise Scientist Strength and Conditioning Coach Sports Coach Exercise Physiologist Yoga Instructor Fitness Instructor Personal Trainer Gym Instructor + 5 more
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Online
12 months
$20 - $2,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant Operating Theatre Technician
Hospital Orderly Ward Assistant Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant Operating Theatre Technician Hospital Orderly Ward Assistant Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant + 4 more
MSL40122

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
On Campus
7 months
$650 - $5,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forensic Science Technician Food Technologist Laboratory Analyst
Clinical Laboratory Technician Medical Laboratory Technician Laboratory Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forensic Science Technician Food Technologist Laboratory Analyst Clinical Laboratory Technician Medical Laboratory Technician Laboratory Technician + 3 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
On Campus, Online
12 months
$20 - $2,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker
Community Care Worker Aged Care Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Home Carer NDIS Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Support Worker Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Community Care Worker Aged Care Worker Residential Care Worker Personal Carer Home Carer NDIS Worker + 6 more
CHC32015

Certificate III in Community Services
Online
12 months
$20 - $1,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Caseworker NDIS Worker
Peer Support Worker Support Worker Outreach Worker Youth Support Worker Youth Case Worker Welfare Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Support Worker Caseworker NDIS Worker Peer Support Worker Support Worker Outreach Worker Youth Support Worker Youth Case Worker Welfare Worker + 6 more
CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health
Blended, On Campus
6 months
$100 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outreach Worker Mental Health Worker Peer Support Worker
Crisis Support Worker Community Rehabilitation Worker Mental Health Support Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outreach Worker Mental Health Worker Peer Support Worker Crisis Support Worker Community Rehabilitation Worker Mental Health Support Worker + 3 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
On Campus
3 months
$27 - $3,199
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Care Worker Residential Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker
Disability Support Worker Disability Service Officer Home Carer NDIS Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Care Worker Residential Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Disability Service Officer Home Carer NDIS Worker + 4 more
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
On Campus
3 months
$27 - $3,199
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker
Residential Care Officer Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Home Carer Disability Support Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Residential Care Officer Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Community Care Worker + 5 more
AVI20118

Certificate II in Transport Security Protection (Air Cargo Examination Officer)
Blended, On Campus, Online
5 days
$219 - $990
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
Additional requirements may apply.
Air Cargo Examination Officer
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
  • Must pass a valid background check before accessing security-restricted resources for AVIG0001: Work in a transport security environment.
Additional requirements may apply.
Air Cargo Examination Officer
SHB50121

Diploma of Beauty Therapy
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $21,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Beauty Therapist Spa Therapist Dermal Therapist
Salon Manager IPL and Laser Technician Clinical Aesthetician Skin Therapist
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Beauty Therapist Spa Therapist Dermal Therapist Salon Manager IPL and Laser Technician Clinical Aesthetician Skin Therapist + 4 more
BSB30220

Certificate III in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Online
10 months
$10 - $1,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Independent Contractor Small Business Owner
Business Consultant Entrepreneur
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Franchisee Independent Contractor Small Business Owner Business Consultant Entrepreneur + 2 more
BSB30320

Certificate III in Legal Services
Online
12 months
$1,650 - $3,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Law Clerk Paralegal Legal Secretary
Claims Officer Legal Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Law Clerk Paralegal Legal Secretary Claims Officer Legal Assistant + 2 more
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Blended, On Campus
8 months
$100 - $3,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Community Support Worker
Program Coordinator Wellness Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diversional Therapy Assistant Lifestyle Coordinator Community Support Worker Program Coordinator Wellness Coordinator + 2 more
BSB40320

Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Online
10 months
$50 - $2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Franchisee Independent Contractor
Entrepreneur
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Small Business Owner Franchisee Independent Contractor Entrepreneur + 1 more
CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support
Blended, On Campus
6 months
$99 - $3,950
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Residential Care Worker Disability Support Worker Disability Team Leader
Disability Service Officer NDIS Worker Community Support Worker
+ 3 more
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
  • Completed CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Residential Care Worker Disability Support Worker Disability Team Leader Disability Service Officer NDIS Worker Community Support Worker + 3 more
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-up Services)
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $5,017
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Special Effects Makeup Artist Hair and Makeup Artist Makeup Artist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Special Effects Makeup Artist Hair and Makeup Artist Makeup Artist
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