Queensland school leavers and those looking for a career change are being encouraged to take advantage of thousands of fee-free TAFE courses in 2023.
With skills shortages gripping the nation, up top 37,000 free places are now open for enrolment across the state.
Some of the most popular courses include Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, Diploma of Community Services and Diploma of Business.
Federal Minister for Skills and Training, Brendan O’Connor, is encouraging Queenslanders to make 2023 their year.
“If you’ve been thinking about studying something new, or upskilling, now is the time,” Mr O’Connor said.
“Skills shortages running through Queensland reflect the specific characteristics of the state’s labour market,
“These include health and community services (to support the NDIS and aged care sectors);, agriculture; and tourism and hospitality,
“It is vital that we support people locally to obtain the skills they need to fill job vacancies.”
Minister for Training and Skills Development Di Farmer says it’s a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to create a pathway to their dream career.
A massive 84% of TAFE Queensland graduates go into employment or further study.
“We want young Queenslanders seizing good job opportunities and enjoying our state’s great lifestyle, which means training now for the jobs of the future,” Minister Farmer says.
“On our frontline, we need more nurses supporting better health outcomes right around the state which is why we’re offering the Diploma of Nursing to eligible cohorts – First Nations Australians, people with disability and people from diverse backgrounds,
“At a time when our employers need more skilled workers, I urge all Queenslanders to learn about these free courses and change your life by training for a career you are passionate about.”
The most popular courses being studied include:
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Diploma of Community Services
- Diploma of Business
- Diploma of Nursing (*eligible to First Nations Australian, people with disability or people from cultural and linguistically diverse background)
- Certificate III in School Based Education Support
- Certificate III in Information Technology
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Certificate III in Individual Support and Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- Certificate IV in Cyber Security
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
For further information on courses available and how to enrol click here.
