Subsidised Training

Subsidised training is where the South Australian Government pays part of your accredited course fees for you. This money goes straight to your training provider, so you can focus on your training.

This program is designed to empower the local community by providing affordable access to certain training courses. By significantly reducing the financial barrier to education, we aim to foster skill development and growth among individuals who are keen to advance their careers or pivot to new ones.

We are committed to supporting South Australians in their quest for knowledge and skill acquisition, reinforcing our dedication to enhancing the region's workforce readiness and contributing to its economic prosperity.

For more information, visit Skills SA.

More Information

Available Courses

Subsidised training is currently available for:

  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122
  • Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121
  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121

Cost

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40122

  • Standard Subsidised Fee: $500
  • Concession Subsidised Fee: $250

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121

  • Standard Fee: $700
  • Concession Fee: $600 

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121

  • Standard Subsidised Fee: $800
  • Concession Subsidised Fee: $700

Eligibility

Please note that the eligibility criteria questionnaire below refers to attaining funding.

Each qualification will have its own entry requirements that must be met separately.

Subsidised training questionnaire:

  • Are you an Australian citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident, a New Zealand citizen, or an eligible visa holder?
  • Do you live or work in South Australia?
  • Are you 16 or older?

If you answered yes to all the above, you are eligible to apply for subsidised training. Just remember though, that individual courses may have its own entry requirements so be sure to check out the course page.

Application Process

The application process for each qualification may vary slightly, however the general steps are:

  • Organise to complete a mandatory Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment (if you have completed one in the last six months, your results may be used)
  • Complete an enrolment form
  • Pay your subsidised course fee

Ready to apply?