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Skills Generation is an approved Queensland Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET) Skills Assure Supplier and that means we offer a number of courses that attract Government funding. If you are not eligible for a Government funded course, we offer upfront payment as well as flexible payment plan options, to make it easy to manage your training fees within your budget.
Queensland Government Funded Training with Skills Generation
Skills Generation is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) under the Queensland Government’s Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET). This approval means eligible Queensland students can access training with heavily subsidised fees, reducing out-of-pocket expenses.
As a Skills Assure Supplier, we offer training under the Queensland Government’s funded programs:
- Career Start
- Career Boost
- VET in Schools (VETiS)
These programs provide subsidised vocational education and training (VET) aligned with Queensland’s workforce priorities. Access to subsidised training under these programs is subject to eligibility requirements and funding rules, so it is important to check your eligibility and choose your course carefully.
Find out more below about each program, what they offer, and the eligibility requirements for subsidised training
Career Start
What is Career Start?
Career Start provides subsidised training to help individuals start their careers or progress into skilled or full-time employment, through the completion of Certificate III qualifications. Career Start offers two distinct pathways to achieving a Certificate III qualification:
General Training Pathway:
For students who wish to enrol directly into a Certificate III qualification without going through an apprenticeship or traineeship.
Apprenticeship/Traineeship Pathway:
For students who wish to be employed while they study, allowing them to complete qualifications as apprentices or trainees under an approved training contract.
Career Start Eligibility Criteria
General Training Pathway Eligibility Criteria:
- Be 15 years or older.
- Not be enrolled as a school student.
- Permanently reside in Queensland.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible visa holder, or a New Zealand citizen.
- Not have completed a certificate III or higher within the last 10 years (school qualifications and foundation skills qualifications do not count).
- Not be enrolled in another qualification (excluding foundation skills).
Apprenticeships/Traineeships Eligibility Criteria:
In addition to the General Training Pathway criteria listed above, to be eligible to receive subsidized training, the prospective apprentice/trainee must also:
- have entered into a Contract (training contract) and be registered on DTET’s training database and
- not have already completed two apprenticeship/traineeship qualifications (including School based apprenticeships /traineeships) within the last 10 years.
Eligible Training Combinations under Career Start
Under Career Start, students may access subsidised training for up to two qualifications, depending on the pathway chosen. The eligible training combinations are:
- Eligible Training Combination One:
A student may undertake one Certificate III qualification through the General Training Pathway using Career Start funding. - Eligible Training Combination Two:
A student may undertake one Certificate III qualification through the General Training Pathway, followed by one apprenticeship or traineeship using Career Start funding. - Eligible Training Combination Three:
A student may undertake two apprenticeships or traineeships at Certificate II or III level (one after the other) using Career Start funding. - Additional Skill Set Access:
A student may also access one introductory-level skill set under Career Start funding, in addition to the combinations above.
What is a Co-Contribution Fee?
Under Career Start, the Queensland Government covers most of the training cost, but students pay a co-contribution fee as a sign of commitment to their study. These fees may differ based on a student’s concessional status.
For traineeships and apprenticeships, co-contribution fees are calculated based on the nominal hours for each unit of competency within the qualification at a Government fixed rate..
See the fee schedule below for the specific co-contribution fee for each course.
Career Start Courses and Co-Contribution Fees
Skills Generation courses that qualify for Career Start funding for eligible students.
The co-contribution fee is the amount payable for the qualification by an eligible student. This fee may differ for some courses depending if the student qualifies for a concession rate or not.
Career Boost
What is Career Boost?
Career Boost provides subsidised training to help individuals advance their careers or progress into higher-skilled employment, through the completion of Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma qualifications.
Career Boost offers two distinct pathways to achieving a higher-level qualification:
- General Training Pathway:
For students who wish to enrol directly into a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma qualification and/or up to two priority industry skill sets, without going through an apprenticeship or traineeship.
OR
- Apprenticeship/Traineeship Pathway:
For students who wish to be employed while they study, allowing them to complete higher-level qualifications as apprentices or trainees under an approved training contract.
AND
- Additional Skill Set Access:
A student may also access two subsidized skill sets under Career Boost funding, in addition to the above.
Career Boost Eligibility Criteria:
General Training Pathway Eligibility Criteria:
- Be 15 years or older.
- Not be enrolled as a school student.
- Permanently reside in Queensland.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible visa holder, or a New Zealand citizen.
- Not have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification (including tertiary qualifications) within the last 10 years (school qualifications and foundation skills qualifications do not count). Note: This does not apply for students enrolling in skill sets.
- Not be enrolled in another qualification (excluding foundation skills).
Apprenticeships/Traineeships Eligibility Criteria:
In addition to the General Training Pathway criteria listed above, to be eligible to receive subsidised training, the prospective apprentice/trainee must also must:
- Be employed part time or full time
- Permanently reside in Queensland
- If from overseas, have a visa allowing them to work in Australia
- Have entered into a training contract for an eligible qualification and be registered on DTET’s training database.
- Not have already completed two apprenticeship/traineeship qualifications (including school-based apprenticeships/traineeships) within the last 10 years.
Eligible Training Combinations under Career Boost
Under Career Boost, students can access subsidised training for one higher-level qualification, with additional skill sets available where eligible:
- Using the General Training Pathway, a student may undertake one Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma qualification
OR
- Using the Apprenticeship/Traineeship Pathway, a student may complete one Certificate IV or higher-level qualification as an apprentice or trainee under an approved training contract.
AND
- Students may also access up to two subsidised priority industry skill sets
What is a Co-Contribution Fee?
Under Career Boost, the Queensland Government covers most of the training cost, but students pay a co-contribution fee as a sign of commitment to their study. These fees may differ based on a student’s concessional status.
For traineeships and apprenticeships, co-contribution fees are calculated based on the nominal hours for each unit of competency within the qualification at a Government fixed rate.
See the fee schedule below for the specific co-contribution fee for each course.
Career Boost Courses and Co-Contribution Fees
Skills Generation courses that qualify for Skills Boost funding for eligible students.
The co-contribution fee is the amount payable for the qualification by an eligible student. This fee may differ for some courses depending if the student qualifies for a concession rate or not.
| Qualification | # of units | Price Per Unit | Concession | Total Co-Contribution Fee | Concession | Price Per Unit | Non-Concession | Total Co-Contribution Fee | Non-Concession |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHC40321 Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention | 16 | $9.38 | $150 | $18.75 | $300 |
| CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work | 17 | $8.83 | $150 | $17.65 | $300 |
| CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services | 15 | $10 | $150 | $20 | $300 |
| CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support | 10 | $15 | $150 | $30 | $300 |
| CHC50321 Diploma of Child, Youth & Family Intervention | 18 | $8.34 | $150 | $16.67 | $300 |
| CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services | 20 | $7.50 | $150 | $15 | $300 |
| CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management | 13 | $15.39 | $200 | $34.62 | $450 |
Skill Sets are delivered for groups only. Please talk to our team about the particular needs you have for your group. We are able to contextualise resources and offer flexible training delivery to suit organisations and businesses depending on numbers of participants undertaking training.
| Skill Set | # of units | Price Per Unit | Concession | Total Co-Contribution Fee | Concession | Price Per Unit | Non-Concession | Total Co-Contribution Fee | Non-Concession |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHCSS00070 - Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set | 2 | $225 | $450 | $225 | $450 |
| CHCSS00129 - Individual Support - Ageing Skill Set | 5 | $90 | $450 | $90 | $450 |
| CHCSS00130 - Individual Support - Disability Skill Set | 4 | $112.50 | $450 | $112.50 | $450 |
| CHCSS00082 - Lead and Mentor Skill Set | 3 | $150 | $450 | $150 | $450 |
If you are not eligible for a Government subsidy, or if your preferred course is not on our approved subsidised course list, we offer a wide range of courses available to you on a fee for service basis. Payment Plans are available to assist learners and VET Student Loans are also available for select Diploma level courses.
Subsidised Courses - Funding Programs
Smart and Skilled Program
Skills Generation is an approved provider of the NSW Government’s Smart and Skilled Program.
The Smart and Skilled Program is a reform of the NSW vocational education and training system. It supports people to gain the skills and knowledge they need to get a job and advance their careers by offering qualifications on the NSW Skills List that are partially or fully subsidised for eligible students.
Eligibility
All training subsidised by the NSW Government Smart and Skilled Program is subject to students meeting eligibility requirements.
Students may be eligible for NSW Smart and Skilled subsidised training if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- The individual either lives or works in New South Wales
- An Australian citizen, a permanent Australian resident, a humanitarian visa holder or a New Zealand citizen
- Aged 15 years or older
- No longer at school
Eligibility requirements vary for some funding categories. Contact us for more information, or use the Skills Generation funding eligibility checker or visit the Skills NSW website eligibility checker.
Skills Generation is approved to provide Smart and Skilled subsidised training in specific qualifications to learners residing in specific regions.
Smart and Skilled approved courses, regions and fee categories
Training in priority qualifications is fee-free for eligible students and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments. Students not eligible for Fee Free training or Fee Exemption pay a contribution toward their subsidised training.
Fees are set by the NSW Government and the fees listed below are as published on the NSW Skills List as at 27/05/2025. Fees may change from time to time, the schedule of fees for each qualification can be accessed on the NSW Skills List.
| Qualification | Region | Fee Free | Exemption | Standard Student First Qualification* | Standard Student Subsequent Qualification* | Concession* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) | Coffs Harbour – Grafton, Far West and Orana, Illawarra, New England and North West | $0 - Fee Free for eligible students, commence before 31 December 2023 | $0 - Fee Free for eligible students | $1480 - For eligible students | $1780 - For eligible students | $240 - For eligible students |
| CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support | NSW | $0 - Fee Free for eligible students, commence before 30 June 2024 | $0 - Fee Free for eligible students | $1600 - For eligible students | $1930 - For eligible students | $240 - For eligible students |
| CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services | NSW | $0 - Fee Free for eligible students, commence before 31 December 2023 | $0 - Fee Free for eligible students | $1450 - For eligible students | $1750 - For eligible students | $240 - For eligible students |
* Recognition of prior Learning and Credit Transfer is available for all qualifications and may result in fee variations. Fees payable and any variations to published fees will be confirmed during the enrolment process.
If you are not eligible for a Government subsidy, or if your preferred course is not on our approved subsidised course list, we offer a wide range of courses available to you on a fee for service basis. Payment Plans are available to assist learners and VET Student Loans are also available for select Diploma level courses.
Fee for Service
Individuals not eligible for Government subsidised training through a funding program can access high-quality training by paying full fees upfront, or by taking advantage of flexible payment plans or study loans. In addition, students may access VET Student Loans (VSL) for approved Diploma level courses.
There is a payment option to suit every budget so you can invest in your future now.
Payment Plans are available allowing you to make weekly, fortnightly or monthly payment instalments – please note that fees apply. Paying in instalments allows you to manage your finances within your budget.
Contact us to discuss your particular circumstances and course needs. Our helpful Student Services Team can assist you with further details about payment plans and options, and we are happy to work with you to tailor a payment plan that will work for you.
Course fees need to be paid in full before we can issue a Certificate or Statement of Attainment on successful completion of studies, whether for just a few units, a skill set or a full qualification.
Full Course Fees
Skill Sets are delivered for groups only. Please talk to our team about the particular needs you have for your group. We are able to contextualise resources and offer flexible training delivery to suit your specific circumstances. We are also happy to negotiate special group rates for organisations and businesses depending on numbers of participants undertaking training.
| Skill Set | Full Course Fee (per person) |
|---|---|
| CHCSS00070 - Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set | $977 |
| CHCSS00129 - Individual Support - Ageing Skill Set | $1,800 |
| CHCSS00130 - Individual Support - Disability Skill Set | $1,440 |
| CHCSS00082 Lead and Mentor Skill Set | $1,360 |
VET Student Loan (VSL) Fees
A VET Student Loan (VSL) is a loan from the Australian Government that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Your loan is repaid through the Australian tax system when you reach the minimum income threshold for repayment.
More information about VET Student Loans.
| VET Student Loans Approved Courses | Full Course Fee (VSL) |
|---|---|
| CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work | $8,500 |
| CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services | $8,500 |
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