Darwin

Government funded courses

Government funding provides subsidised course fees to eligible students in an effort to address skills shortages.

Government funding available in Darwin

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.

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Eligibility criteria
  • 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
Additional criteria may apply.

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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Eligibility criteria


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
Additional criteria may apply.

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.

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Eligibility criteria
  • 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.
Additional criteria may apply.

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.

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Eligibility criteria Additional criteria may apply.

User 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.

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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 NT
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
HLT35021

Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Blended
12 months
$7,045
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Dental Assistant Dental Nurse Treatment Coordinator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Dental Assistant Dental Nurse Treatment Coordinator
CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support
On Campus
6 months
$4,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker
Community Care Worker Home Care Assistance Worker Disability Support Worker Trainee Support Worker Home Carer Care Coordinator Community Support Worker Patient Care Assistant Peer Support Worker Residential Care Officer Senior Support Worker Support Worker
+ 12 more
CHC43015

Certificate IV In Ageing Support
On Campus
6 months
$4,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aged Care Team Leader Residential Care Officer Lifestyle Coordinator
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker Aged Care Manager Aged Care Worker Patient Care Assistant Peer Support Worker Personal Carer Residential Care Worker Senior Support Worker Support Worker Trainee Support Worker
+ 10 more
CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health
Blended
12 months
$12,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Worker Family Support Worker Peer Support Worker
Support Worker Outreach Worker Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Practitioner Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Worker Family Support Worker Peer Support Worker Support Worker Outreach Worker Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Practitioner Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker + 6 more
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
On Campus
6 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Patient Services Assistant Hospital Attendant Allied Health Assistant
Ward Assistant Nursing Assistant Patient Care Assistant Operating Theatre Technician Occupational Therapy Assistant Pathology Assistant
+ 6 more
SIR20116

Certificate II in Community Pharmacy
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Sales Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Sales Assistant
SIR30116

Certificate III in Community Pharmacy
On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $5,245
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Sales Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Sales Assistant
SIR40216

Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Dispensary Technician Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Sales Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Dispensary Technician Pharmacy Assistant Pharmacy Sales Assistant Pharmacy Technician + 1 more
MSL50122

Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Traineeship
48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Forensic Science Technician
Laboratory Scientist Laboratory Analyst Laboratory Assistant Medical Laboratory Technician Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Forensic Science Technician Laboratory Scientist Laboratory Analyst Laboratory Assistant Medical Laboratory Technician Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector + 6 more
MSL40122

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Traineeship
36 months
$6,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Forensic Science Technician
Medical Laboratory Technician Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Forensic Science Technician Medical Laboratory Technician Pathology Assistant Pathology Collector + 3 more
MSL30122

Certificate III in Laboratory Skills
Traineeship
24 months
$4,525
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Food Tester
Phlebotomist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Food Tester Phlebotomist + 1 more
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter
Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor Workshop Supervisor
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Hydraulic Fitter Plant Mechanic Mechanical Fitter Boilermaker Welder TIG Welder Welding Instructor Workshop Supervisor + 7 more
MEM30819

Certificate III in Locksmithing
Apprenticeship, On Campus
36 months
$29,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Locksmith
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Locksmith
MEM30619

Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture
Traineeship
36 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jewellery Designer Jeweller
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Jewellery Designer Jeweller
HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing
Traineeship
6 months
$27,601
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Nurse Mental Health Nurse
Rehabilitation Nurse Community Health Nurse
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Enrolled Nurse Aged Care Nurse Mental Health Nurse Rehabilitation Nurse Community Health Nurse + 2 more
AUR30620

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $23,641
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Mechanical Technician Diagnostic Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Mechanical Technician Diagnostic Technician
UEE31220

Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control
Blended
48 months
$15,680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Instrumentation Technician Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
UEE42622

Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas - Electrical
Blended
5 days
$2,800
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
EEHA Inspector EEHA Auditor
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
EEHA Inspector EEHA Auditor
SIR40116

Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy
On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Community Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Technician
  • Completed Certificate III in Community Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmacy Technician
CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support
On Campus
6 months
$4,800
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completion of CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Worker
Aboriginal Disability Worker
+ 1 more
  • Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Completion of CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
  • Completion of CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Additional requirements may apply.
Disability Service Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Worker Aboriginal Disability Worker + 1 more
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