Top 5 Courses You Didn’t Know You Could Study For Free

A full-time job generally takes up a third of your working week. Those other sixteen hours? Sleeping and downtime. If you’re spending all those hours working, surely you’d prefer to be working on something that gets you jumping out of bed in the mornings. Something that challenges you enough to get better at everyday and excites you to make a difference.

Well… Whether you have a hustlin’ grindset or just after a job that pays the bills, we have some pretty awesome (and free) nationally recognised courses that can lead to careers that sound like a dream. Is a 9-to-5 up your alley? Do you want to work your own hours? See yourself as your own boss? Our good mates over at Job Trainer have got you covered. Here are our top picks on the courses they’ve got on offer:

1. Auslan

Auslan, short for Australian Sign Language, is one of 300 sign languages spoken around the world. According to the Australian Network on Disability, 1 in 6 Australians are affected by hearing loss. Being proficient to communicate in Auslan fluently is an important skill to have - it’s a way to connect in a rich and meaningful way, to people of all ages, careers and events. If you want another skill under your belt without the stress of full-time study, this is a course you can pick up to work around your busy lifestyle. With awesome career prospects like an interpreter, teacher and support worker, get qualified with a Certificate II, III or IV in Auslan!

2. Interior Design

From curating beautiful homes for your Sims, judging The Block contestants’ room reveals to binge watching The Home Edit, it’s probably fair to say we’re all a bit cluey to what is stylish and trendy. We love to create our own spaces and an atmosphere that represents who we are, so why not make a career out of making someone’s home or space come to life? From tight budgets, staging for properties to some questionable taste out there - well, we say, challenge accepted. If you do too, suss out how you can get started for free in a Diploma of Interior Design.

3. Screen and Media

Be an allround expert in all things film, television, radio and podcasting! The red hot tea is that you don’t need to be a massive media personality or influencer to land a podcast nowadays. Even if you prefer to work behind-the-scenes, this Certificate IV in Screen and Media is perfect to get trained up in making magic happen on-air, or in post-production. Get taught by industry professionals and get keen for the endless opportunities and connections to make within the industry!

4. Floristry

If you didn’t already know, arranging flowers is an artform! Think about all the colours, types, smells and textures - it’s not easy, but it would be an amazing feeling knowing you made someone feel special whether it’s through a bouquet on their birthday or an arch at their wedding. Florists play a big part in making events come to life. Keen on starting your own flourishing business or a side-hustle, a Certificate II in Floristry might be for you!

5. Entrepreneurship and New Business

New ventures and ideas can be a little hard to get off the ground. A Certificate III or IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business provides you with the confidence, leadership skills and the tools to start your own business! If you’re passionate about an idea that provides a service or item that’s highly in demand, you’ll be reeling in some moola in no time. Find out how you can get started and trained by qualified professionals!

If you have been looking for a meaningful career that fulfils your sense of purpose, or looking at furthering your skills and interests, Job Trainer has the above and hundreds of free* courses available, ready to explore! Follow your passions and walk away with a nationally recognised qualification without having to pay a cent! Our advice: Find a career you love because that’s livin’, Barry.

Keen on what they have available? Make an enquiry with NSW Job Trainer if you have further Q's through their Connect Profile!