Victoria

JobTrainer Funding

JobTrainer VIC is an investment in the vocational education and training (VET) of Victorian workers, school leavers, apprentices, and trainees. It’s a joint undertaking by the Australian and state government of Victoria allowing residents to enrol in free and low cost training.

What is JobTrainer funding?

JobTrainer VIC is an investment in the vocational education and training (VET) of Victorian workers, school leavers, apprentices, and trainees. It’s a joint undertaking by the Australian and state government of Victoria allowing residents to enrol in free and low cost training.

Approximately 88,900 extra training places will be available in Victoria under JobTrainer plus additional funding will be allocated for existing apprentices and trainees.

What courses are being funded in Victoria?

JobTrainer in Victoria provides free and low cost training in industries and locations where there are skill shortages. These industries include health care, social assistance, transport and warehousing, postal, manufacturing, retail and wholesale trade.

Courses will range from nationally recognised qualifications (Certificate I through Advanced Diploma) as well as short courses and skill sets that support mandatory licences and permits.

How much will the courses cost?

Approximately 88,900 training places under JobTrainer VIC will be at low cost or completely free.

Who is eligible for JobTrainer?

To qualify for a free or low cost course under VIC JobTrainer you must be a resident of Victoria, aged 17-24 years of age or currently unemployed (this includes people who are new to the workforce or need to re-skill because they lost their job) or receiving an income support payment (eg, JobSeeker, Austudy, Youth Allowance).

Find a jobtrainer course in your area.

Eligibility criteria

Popular JobTrainer courses

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

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HLT37215

Certificate III in Pathology Collection

On Campus
4 - 8 months
$0 - $6,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC43121

Certificate IV in Disability Support

Blended, Online
8 - 9 months
$175 - $4,300
  • 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.
  • 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.
CPC30220

Certificate III in Carpentry

On Campus, Traineeship
64 weeks
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC53415

Diploma of Leisure and Health

Blended, Online
12 - 14 months
$0 - $5,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC43415

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

Blended, Online
9 months
$175 - $3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC43215 & CHC43315

Dual Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs & Certificate IV in Mental Health

Online
17 months
$5,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CPC40320

Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)

Blended, Online
44 weeks
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
22660VIC

Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk

Online
6 weeks
$500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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