What is JobTrainer funding?
JobTrainer Western Australia is a joint investment by the Australian government and the WA state government into the vocational education and training (VET) sector. Residents of Western Australia share in $104 million of new training opportunities from January 2021.
New workers, school leavers, and other Western Australians are eligible for free and low cost training, while existing apprentices and trainees have their wages subsidised. This will secure employment for the full term of their apprenticeship.
What courses are being funded in Western Australia?
JobTrainer Western Australia provides free and low cost training for in-demand occupations and industries with skill shortages. Industries include construction, hospitality, agriculture, automotive, community service, land conservation, health, manufacturing, aquaculture, transport, education support, IT and digital media.
Courses under JobTrainer are nationally recognised and range from Certificate I through Advanced Diploma level. There are also short courses and skills sets that enable students to get a licence or work permit, or enrol in higher education.
How much will the courses cost?
Approximately 35,200 new training opportunities are available under JobTrainer in Western Australia. The courses are either free or at very low cost.
Who is eligible for JobTrainer
To qualify for a free or subsidised course under WA JobTrainer you must be a resident of Western Australia, 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).
Eligibility criteria
- be 17-24 years of age
- be unemployed or receiving income support payments
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent Australian resident or an eligible VISA holder
- live in WA
Popular JobTrainer courses
Enquire with a course provider to confirm availability of JobTrainer funded places and eligibility requirements.
Certificate III in Pathology Collection
The HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection is a hands-on qualification that prepares you for work in a pathology unit or testing centre. Over 6 months you will learn how to collect blood and other pathology samples — then prepare, record and despatch for testing. Choose electives from electrocardiography (ECG), first aid, recognising healthy body systems, drug and abuse testing. Enquire now for the list of study units and electives, plus your eligibility for government funded training.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection is a hands-on qualification that prepares you for work in a pathology unit or testing centre. Over 6 months you will learn how to collect blood and other pathology samples — then prepare, record and despatch for testing. Choose electives from electrocardiography (ECG), first aid, recognising healthy body systems, drug and abuse testing. Enquire now for the list of study units and electives, plus your eligibility for government funded training.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Diploma of Remedial Massage
The Diploma of Remedial Massage is a comprehensive program that prepares students to become qualified remedial massage therapists. You'll learn anatomy, massage techniques, and how to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, gaining practical experience through supervised clinic hours. Graduates will be well-equipped to provide effective treatments to clients in a range of settings.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The Diploma of Remedial Massage is a comprehensive program that prepares students to become qualified remedial massage therapists. You'll learn anatomy, massage techniques, and how to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, gaining practical experience through supervised clinic hours. Graduates will be well-equipped to provide effective treatments to clients in a range of settings.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
The Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques is an advanced program that focuses on refining students' laboratory skills and techniques, preparing them for roles that require greater responsibility and expertise. Through specialized training in data analysis, quality control, and advanced instrumentation, graduates will be equipped to undertake complex scientific investigations and contribute significantly to research and development projects across diverse industries.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques is an advanced program that focuses on refining students' laboratory skills and techniques, preparing them for roles that require greater responsibility and expertise. Through specialized training in data analysis, quality control, and advanced instrumentation, graduates will be equipped to undertake complex scientific investigations and contribute significantly to research and development projects across diverse industries.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Certificate III in Community Pharmacy
A Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is for students needing the practical skills to work in a pharmacy as a retail assistant. Students graduate knowing how to assist customers with a range of products: skin and anti-fungal; cough and cold relief; analgesic and anti-inflammatory; gastro-intestinal conditions; allergy relief; as well as support the on-site pharmacist. The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Retail Services Training Package.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
A Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is for students needing the practical skills to work in a pharmacy as a retail assistant. Students graduate knowing how to assist customers with a range of products: skin and anti-fungal; cough and cold relief; analgesic and anti-inflammatory; gastro-intestinal conditions; allergy relief; as well as support the on-site pharmacist. The Certificate III in Community Pharmacy SIR30116 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Retail Services Training Package.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary
The SIR40216 Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary is the course you need to work at the chemist or drugstore dispensing prescriptions under a qualified pharmacist. Over 12 months of study you will learn how to assist customers with their prescriptions and accurately dispense pharmacy-only medicines. The course also covers infection controls, retail skills, and customer service. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The SIR40216 Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy Dispensary is the course you need to work at the chemist or drugstore dispensing prescriptions under a qualified pharmacist. Over 12 months of study you will learn how to assist customers with their prescriptions and accurately dispense pharmacy-only medicines. The course also covers infection controls, retail skills, and customer service. Enquire now for the list of study units, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
