Government Funding

There are numerous government incentives and subsidies that are available

Funding eligibility checklist

Certificate III Courses

  • I live in QLD
  • I am over the age of 15 and no longer at school
  • I am an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen
  • I am not currently enrolled in a Certificate III or higher qualification
  • I do not hold a Certificate III or higher qualification (does not include qualifications completed while at school or abroad)

If you  answered YES to all of the above you may qualify for the Certificate 3 Guarantee funding. Available for:

  • CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support
  • BSB30120 Certificate III in Business
  • 10983NAT Certificate III in Outside School Hours Care

Certificate IV Courses

  • I live in QLD
  • I am over the age of 15 and no longer at school
  • I am an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen
  • I am not currently enrolled in a Certificate IV or higher qualification
  • I do not hold a Certificate IV or higher qualification (does not include qualifications completed while at school or abroad)

If you  answered YES to all of the above you may qualify for the Higher Level Skills funding. Available for:

  • CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support.

School Students

  • I am currently enrolled in Yr 10, 11, or 12 at a QLD school
  • I have not completed another qualification through VETiS funding. This does not include:
    • Qualifications that are Certificate III or higher
    • Qualifications delivered by the school
    • Qualifications that are not on the Priority Skills List as VETiS approved
  • I am an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or New Zealand Citizen

If you  answered YES to all of the above you may qualify for Vocational Education in Schools (VETiS) funding. Available for:

  • Certificate I in Construction
  • Certificate II in Engineering pathways
  • Certificate II in Sport and recreation

To confirm your eligibility for funding call us on 1300 380 335

Click on our fee schedule to view the fees for your course.

GOVERNMENT FUNDING FURTHER DETAILS

Adapt Education is a Skills Assure supplier, approved and funded by the QLD Government to deliver the following:

  • Certificate I in Construction (carpentry pre-apprenticeship course)
  • Certificate III in Business
  • Certificate III in School Based Education Support (teacher aide)
  • Certificate III in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC educators)

The course is heavily subsidised, however a small student contribution fee is applicable. Concession card holders (health care card or pension concession card) and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander persons will have a discounted student contribution fee. For details on course fees view table 2 on our fee schedule

To be eligible for the Certificate 3 Guarantee, a student must:

  • Be a Queensland resident over the age of 15
  • Be an Australian citizen or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency.
  • Have finished secondary school or left school
  • Not hold or be currently undertaking a certificate level III or higher qualification. This does not include qualifications completed while at secondary school or abroad.

Some important points about the Certificate 3 Guarantee:

  • Students are only eligible for one subsidised training place
  • The Queensland Government Certificate 3 Guarantee student factsheet is available here

Adapt Education is a Skills Assure supplier, approved and funded by the QLD Government to deliver the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support under the Higher Level Skills subsidy. To be eligible you must:

  • Be a Queensland resident over the age of 15
  • Be an Australian citizen or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency.
  • Have finished secondary school or left school
  • Not hold or be currently undertaking a certificate level IV or higher qualification. This does not include qualifications completed while at secondary school or abroad.

Course fees under this program are heavily subsidised however a small student contribution fee is applicable. Student contribution fees can be incorporated into an interest free payment plan. For details on course fees view table 3 on our fee schedule.

Some important points about the Higher Level Skills subsidy:

  • Students are only eligible for one subsidised training place
  • The Queensland Government Higher Level Skills student factsheet is available here

Adapt Education is a Skills Assure supplier, approved and funded by the QLD Government to deliver the following to School Based students:

VETiS Funding
  • VETiS qualifications can be undertaken in years 10, 11 and 12, and can count towards the Queensland Certificate of Education and ATAR rankings.
  • Students can access one funded qualification while at school.
  • Accessing VETiS funding will not affect a student’s eligibility for future funded programs once they leave school.
  • The cost of VETiS funded qualifications are fee free for students. Students who have already accessed VETiS funding will be advised of any applicable fees prior to enrolling.
  • Delivery modes and timeframes are negotiable and can align with SAS or other school programs.
School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeships (SATs)
  • Combine paid work, training and school
  • As well as an industry recognised national qualification you will gain credit towards your Queensland Certificate of Education.
  • A Certificate III qualification will ensure an ATAR ranking of 68 (equivalent to OP 15); A Certificate IV will ensure a minimum ATAR rank of 74 (equivalent to OP 12)
  • To qualify you must be employed in an apprenticeship/traineeship role and be signed into a training contract for a qualification funded by the QLD government.

Schools or students seeking further information should contact info@adapteducation.com.au

Certificate 3 Guarantee Boost

The Certificate 3 Guarantee Boost provides eligible jobseekers with funding for training to help secure local jobs. Training may include ‘second chance’ training for jobseekers or workers who already have a Certificate 3 (or higher) level qualification but need new or updated skills to gain, change or retain employment.

For more information visit the QLD Governments Back to Work webpage.

Employer Support

Support payments are available to eligible employers who hire eligible jobseekers.

  • Up to $15,000 for employers who hire an eligible unemployed jobseeker
  • Up to $20,000 for employers who hire an eligible young unemployed jobseeker, aged between 15 – 24 years.
  • Up to $20,000 for employers who hire an eligible unemployed Mature Aged Workers

Contact us for more information or visit the QLD Governments Back to Work webpage.

Many of the qualifications offered by Adapt Education are Centrelink approved and you may be eligible to receive ongoing study support benefits while you study from home. If you are on a single parent pension, a carers pension, disability pension, NewStart and several others, you may be eligible for the Education Supplement ($62 p/fortnight for full time study for the nominated duration of the course) and/or the Education Entry Payment ($208 one off payment). To find out if you’re eligible for Centrelink payments check their webite or call 13 24 90 and ask about the above payments. For eligible participants to claim the education supplement, simply take a signed copy of your training plan (issued upon enrolment) into centrelink and attach it to the relevant centrelink form.

About Apprenticeships and Traineeships

  • Apprenticeships and Traineeships combine paid work with structured training.
  • You may be a full-time or part-time employee, a new or existing employee (note: for school based apprenticeships and traineeships refer to the VETiS Schools Funding section).
  • Apprenticeships and traineeships require employers to enter into a training contract with the apprentice or trainee, which is a legally binding agreement to work and train together for a length of time.

Adapt Education can accept traineeship enrolments from anywhere in Australia for:

  • Certificate III in Business
  • 10983NAT Certificate III in Outside School Hours Care

User Choice Apprenticeships and Traineeships in QLD

We are approved to deliver User Choice funded training to eligible QLD based Apprentices and Trainees in:

  • Certificate III in Business
  • Certificate III in Carpentry
  • 10983NAT Certificate III in Outside School Hours Care

Additional Information for User Choice apprenticeships and traineeships

  • To be eligible to receive government contributions, the apprentice or trainee must have entered into a qualification that is funded and select a training provider that holds Pre Qualified Supplier (PQS) status.
  • Apprentices or Trainees will pay a set contribution fee towards their training. This rate is set at $1.60 per nominal hour. The employer may choose to pay these on the participant’s behalf. Concessional rates and some exemptions may apply. Under the Queensland Government’s Free apprenticeships for under 21s initiative, young apprentices and trainees under the age of 21 who select the Certificate III in Carpentry (a priority qualification) will not pay the contribution fee.

Incentives for Employers

Incentive Name

Details

Applies to

Priority Wage Subsidy

10% in the 1st Year (max of $1500 per quarter)
10% in the 2nd Year (max of $1500 per quarter)
5% in the 3rd Year (max of $750 per quarter)

Priority Occupations Only 
(Certificate III Carpentry)

Hiring Incentive

$3,500 for Full-time ($1,750 at 6mths & 12mths)
$1,720 for Part-time/school-based ($875 at 6mths &12mths)

All Non Priority Occupations
(Business, Education Support, OSHC)

Apprentices with a Disability

$104.30 p/w Wage Subsidy 

Approved Trainees and Apprentices

Tax and WorkCover Exemptions

Exemptions to Payroll Tax and WorkerCover

Varies Between States

  • QLD Employers: Payments of up to $20,000 are available when you employ eligible job seekers in regional QLD and some SE QLD locations. See Back to Work section on this page for further information.
    Incentives for Apprentices and Trainees

Incentives for Apprentices and Trainees

  • Australian Apprenticeship Incentive System: A direct payment to apprentices in priority occupations (Certificate III in Carpentry), of up to $1,250 paid every six months for a maximum of two years, up to a total value of $5,000, to help apprentices with cost-of-living pressures and to assist them to stay in their apprenticeship. View the Australian Apprenticeship Priority List.
  • Trade Support Loans to the value of $22,890 (includes 20% discount on amount borrowed for successful apprenticeship completion).
  • Living Away From Home Allowance
  • Travel and Accommodation Allowance
  • Youth Allowance or Abstudy

The information provided is a guide only. For full information on Government incentives contact an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (such as MEGT, The Busy Group, or MAS National) or visit: www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au

Go to the Australian Government website for further details about a range of employer incentives.

Go to the QLD Government website for further details about User Choice apprenticeships and Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s.

The Skills Checkpoint for Older Workers Program (the Skills Checkpoint Program) provides funding for up to 50% of your course fee and advice and guidance to:

  • Transition into new roles within their current industry or
  • Find pathways to a new career.

The guidance provided includes referral to relevant education and training options.

Eligibility

You can do the Skills Checkpoint Program if you are

  • Aged 40 years or over
  • An Australian citizen or permanent resident
  • Employed and at risk of becoming unemployed and entering the income support system
    or recently unemployed (within 12 months) and not referred to or registered with a Commonwealth funded employment services provider.

Accessing the Program

You can find out more information about the Skills Checkpoint Program, including how to apply, by contacting the provider:

The BUSY Group Ltd

Please call BUSY at Work 1300 359 061 BUSY Skills Checkpoint Program

Above are just some of the funded programs available. Each State and some industries have specific funded programs that you may be eligible for. Call us on 1300 380 335 or email info@adapteducation.com.au for more information on funded programs.

Adapt Education are proud to be a Skills Assure supplier, approved and funded by the QLD Government.

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Government Funding

Government Funding

Our courses are approved for numerous government subsidised programs. Not sure if you qualify? Call us on 1300 380 335 and we can assess your eligibility over the phone.

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Student Support

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STUDY MODES

Online: Study from home or anywhere in the world! Access to interactive learning materials, video tutorials and online support groups are just a part of Adapt’s holistic on-line training.

Correspondence: receive a portfolio including workbooks, study resources and assessments at the commencement of the course. Correspondence training enables you to study anywhere without having to be connected to the internet all the time.

Blended: benefit from a combination of face-to-face sessions, online and/or correspondence learning modes. Great for those who are nervous about getting back into study.

Onsite: available to corporate groups and schools by negotiation.

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