NSW JobTrainer provides fee-free* training courses to gain skills in Australia’s growing industries. Explore hundreds of qualifications.

There are 530 courses offered by 304 providers across 3602 locations to choose from a range of industries

Who is eligible?

JobTrainer eligibility has been extended to give broader access to fully subsidised training, for people who want to learn new skills anywhere in NSW.

Under NSW JobTrainer, you may be able to study a fee-free* course if you are:

• aged 16-24
• leaving school
• a job seeker (you are a job seeker if you are out-of-work and/or receive income support payments or are expected to become unemployed)
• a NSW Veteran or their recognised partner or spouse
• wanting to study, upskill or reskill in courses in aged care, disability care, childcare, digital skills or training and assessment (regardless of age, employment status or current employment sector).

Eligible participants will also need to be:

• living or working in NSW
• an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.

* Training is fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth Governments.

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Skills Brokers

How will a Skills broker can help me?

Skills brokers can put you in touch with the right organisations and people in your region.

They provide personalised support to help you:

• retrain to gain new skills
• improve your existing skills
• explore new career pathways that suit you
• access free or low-fee training
• connect with local industries.

They also manage local events in your region, like career expos and information sessions, where you can speak directly to representatives from industry and training organisations.

How do I join a training course?

First, a skills broker will assess what training is best for you. Then you’ll need to enrol with a Registered Training Organisation (a TAFE, private college or a community college) to do the training. In most cases the training will be free. Job seekers and employers may need to provide proof of eligibility upon enrolment. The skills broker will help you with further information.

Skills Brokers

Need assistance or have questions? Contact one of our skills brokers on 13 28 11 to find out more.