Queensland Funding
Government programs to assist you gain a valuable nationally recognised qualification.
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Skills Assure Career Start
The Queensland Government’s Career Start program provides subsidised training to help you kick-start your career or move into more skilled roles. Eligible students can access funding for selected Certificate III qualifications, gaining the knowledge and skills employers are looking for. Eligibility criteria apply.
Skills Assure Career Boost
The Queensland Government’s Career Boost program provides subsidised training to help you advance your career or gain higher-level skills in your chosen field. Through this funding, eligible students can access financial support to complete selected Certificate IV and Diploma qualifications, making it easier to upskill and improve employment opportunities. Eligibility criteria apply.
Skills Assure Career Start
To find out more about this program, click here.
What Nationally Recognised course can I study with this funding?
The following qualifications are included in the Skills Assure Career Start funding:
Am I eligible for Career Start funding?
To be eligible for funding you need to be:
- Queensland resident
- Who hasn’t completed Certificate III or higher qualification within the last 10 years. (Qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count.)
- Is aged 15 years of age or above
- Is no longer at school
- Is an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with an eligible visa
- Meet the appropriate proficiency levels in reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy as outlined in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) for their chosen course. Click here.
Note: All students will be assessed on their Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) prior to course commencement
To find out more about the Skills Assure Career Start funding program click here.
Not Eligible for Funding?
If you’ve checked the eligibility criteria and found you’re not eligible for the funding, that’s ok – you can still enrol in the course! We have interest free payment plans available to pay your course weekly. Click here to view the payment plan information.
What are the fees?
Although government funding covers most of the cost of your course, you are required to make a small co-contribution on enrolment. The amount you are required to pay is determined by your concessional status.
This funded student contribution fee includes absolutely everything: tuition, training materials and support. You can pay by credit card or direct deposit. We also offer an interest-free payment plan to help you spread the cost of your course. This fee may be paid on your behalf by an employer or another third party such as a job active provider or rehabilitation consultant.
This funding isn’t a loan! The Government is paying your course fees on your behalf. It isn’t a loan/HELP/HECS style payment where you need to pay it back, these fees are covered entirely by the Government.
$300 – (This includes a $50 non-refundable enrolment fee). Fee can be paid in full on enrolment or via a payment plan click here for information.
$250 – (This includes a $50 non-refundable enrolment fee). Fee can be paid in full on enrolment or via a payment plan click here for information.
To be eligible for concession you need to meet the above eligibility criteria and:
- Hold a health care or pensioner concession card issued under Commonwealth law, or
- Have proof that you are a partner or dependant of a person who holds a health care or pensioner concession card and is named on that card.
- The student is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- The student has a disability
- The student is an adult prisoner.
What is the UAN Interview?
What is a UAN?
The Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) is a process that helps ensure:
- you are enrolling in the most suitable qualification
- you understand the course and what it involves
- any learning, personal, or technology support needs are identified early
It is designed to ensure you are set up for success from the very beginning.
What happens during the UAN?
UAN interviews are conducted via phone or Zoom meetings. During your interview, we will:
- confirm the details in your application
- discuss your goals and training suitability
- identify any support needs you may have
- explain how the course works and what to expect
- answer any questions about enrolment or funding
This step helps us provide the right support and ensures you meet all funding requirements.
Student Voice Survey
Your voice matters! Help shape training for future students
Throughout your training journey, you may receive invitations to complete a Student Voice survey. These surveys help the Queensland Government better understand student experiences and can improve training programs for future learners.
Why these surveys are important
Student feedback provides valuable insights into:
- why students choose training
- what their learning experience is like
- what affects their progress and what could help
- how training supports employment and career outcomes
When you may receive a survey
You may be invited to complete a survey at different stages of your training journey:
- at enrolment
- if your training becomes inactive
- when you complete your training
- around two years after completion
What you need to do
To share your feedback:
- look out for the email
- take a few minutes to complete the survey
- share your honest feedback
Your responses help shape improvements across the training system and support better outcomes for students across Queensland.
Find out more
Learn more about Student Voice surveys
A joint initiative of the Australian and Queensland Governments.
Before you apply - Important information
Before submitting your application, please ensure you understand the following requirements:
Read the Student Handbook
You must read the Student Handbook to understand our terms and conditions, course expectations, and your responsibilities as a student. Click here to access
Mandatory Steps in the Application Process
It is important that you understand that the following steps are mandatory requirements and must be undertaken for your application to proceed:
- Participating in the UAN (Upfront Assessment of Need) interview
- Supplying valid ID documents
- Participating in the online Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment
Our staff will guide you through this process.
Skills Assure Career Boost
To find out more about this program, click here.
What Nationally Recognised course can I study with this funding?
The following qualifications are included in the Career Boost funding:
Am I eligible for Career Boost funding?
To be eligible for funding you need to be:
- Queensland resident
- Who hasn’t completed Certificate IV or higher qualification within the last 10 years. (Qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count.)
- Is aged 15 years of age or above
- Is no longer at school
- Is an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and on the pathway to permanent residency.
- Meet the appropriate proficiency levels in reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy as outlined in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) for their chosen course. Click here.
Note: All students will be assessed on their Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) prior to course commencement - Diploma students only – In order to be eligible for this funding, you must be working in a health administration role and be able to provide a confirmation letter or email from your employer.
To find out more about the Career Boost program click here.
Not Eligible for Funding?
If you’ve checked the eligibility criteria and found you’re not eligible for the funding, that’s ok – you can still enrol in the course! We have interest free payment plans available to pay your course weekly. Click here to view the payment plan information.
What are the fees?
Although government funding covers most of the cost of your course, you are required to make a small co-contribution on enrolment. The amount you are required to pay is determined by your concessional status.
This funded student contribution course fee includes absolutely everything: tuition, training materials and support. You can pay by credit card or direct deposit. We also offer an interest-free payment plan to help you spread the cost of your course. This fee may be paid on your behalf by an employer or another third party such as a job active provider or rehabilitation consultant.
This funding isn’t a loan! The Government is paying your course fees on your behalf. It isn’t a loan/HELP/HECS style payment where you need to pay it back, these fees are covered entirely by the Government.
- Non-Concessional Funded Student Contribution Fee: $400 – (This includes a $50 non-refundable enrolment fee). Fee can be paid in full on enrolment or via a payment plan click here for information.
- Concessional Funded Student Contribution Fee: $350 – (This includes a $50 non-refundable enrolment fee). Fee can be paid in full on enrolment or via a payment plan click here for information.
To be eligible for concession you need to meet the above eligibility criteria and:
- Hold a health care or pensioner concession card issued under Commonwealth law, or
- Have proof that you are a partner or dependant of a person who holds a health care or pensioner concession card and is named on that card.
- The student is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- The student has a disability
- The student is an adult prisoner.
- Non-Concessional Funded Student Contribution Fee: $1000 – Fee can be paid in full on enrolment or via a payment plan click here for information.
FEE STRUCTURE:
This course fee is made up of:
Non-Refundable Enrolment Fee: $50
Non-Refundable Administration Fee: $250
Course Unit Fee (x 15 Units): $46.67
TOTAL COURSE FEE PAYABLE: $1000 - Concessional Funded Student Contribution Fee: $800 – Fee can be paid in full on enrolment or via a payment plan click here for information.
FEE STRUCTURE:
This funded student contribution course fee is made up of:
Non-Refundable Enrolment Fee: $50
Non-Refundable Administration Fee: $250
Course Unit Fee (x 15 Units): $33.34
TOTAL COURSE FEE PAYABLE: $800
To be eligible for concession you need to meet the above eligibility criteria and:
- Hold a health care or pensioner concession card issued under Commonwealth law, or
- Have proof that you are a partner or dependant of a person who holds a health care or pensioner concession card and is named on that card.
- The student is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- The student has a disability
- The student is an adult prisoner.
What is the UAN Interview?
What is a UAN?
The Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) is a process that helps ensure:
- you are enrolling in the most suitable qualification
- you understand the course and what it involves
- any learning, personal, or technology support needs are identified early
It is designed to ensure you are set up for success from the very beginning.
What happens during the UAN?
UAN interviews are conducted via phone or Zoom meetings. During your interview, we will:
- confirm the details in your application
- discuss your goals and training suitability
- identify any support needs you may have
- explain how the course works and what to expect
- answer any questions about enrolment or funding
This step helps us provide the right support and ensures you meet all funding requirements.
Student Voice Survey
Your voice matters! Help shape training for future students
Throughout your training journey, you may receive invitations to complete a Student Voice survey. These surveys help the Queensland Government better understand student experiences and can improve training programs for future learners.
Why these surveys are important
Student feedback provides valuable insights into:
- why students choose training
- what their learning experience is like
- what affects their progress and what could help
- how training supports employment and career outcomes
When you may receive a survey
You may be invited to complete a survey at different stages of your training journey:
- at enrolment
- if your training becomes inactive
- when you complete your training
- around two years after completion
What you need to do
To share your feedback:
- look out for the email
- take a few minutes to complete the survey
- share your honest feedback
Your responses help shape improvements across the training system and support better outcomes for students across Queensland.
Find out more
Learn more about Student Voice surveys
A joint initiative of the Australian and Queensland Governments.
Before you apply - Important information
Before submitting your application, please ensure you understand the following requirements:
Read the Student Handbook
You must read the Student Handbook to understand our terms and conditions, course expectations, and your responsibilities as a student. Click here to access
Mandatory Steps in the Application Process
It is important that you understand that the following steps are mandatory requirements and must be undertaken for your application to proceed:
- Participating in the UAN (Upfront Assessment of Need) interview
- Supplying valid ID documents
- Participating in the online Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment
Our staff will guide you through this process.
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