VICTORIAN SKILLS FiIRST

Skills First is an exciting Government-funded opportunity to gain new skills or upgrade your existing qualifications in the building and construction industry. It aims to provide access to government-subsidised training for courses in growth industries to eligible Victorian students of all ages.

Through the Skills First program, eligible applicants may access Victorian and Commonwealth government-subsidised funding for courses at Builders Academy, making it much more affordable to study.

This means you can potentially gain access to a Certificate IV or Diploma level qualification for a fraction of the cost.

Supporting the building and construction industry

The government realises the importance of supporting builders, tradespeople and apprentices looking to expand their existing skills and knowledge to pursue a more rewarding career in their chosen field.

Whether you want to become a  plumber, a builder, a construction manager or site supervisor, attaining the best possible training and guidance will make all the difference in the quality of our workforce for the future.

It is for this reason that there are such funding options available to those who are motivated to pursue a meaningful and rewarding career.

How do I know if I’m eligible?

From 1 January 2023, you need to meet these requirements to be eligible for Skills First subsidised training:

Citizenship
You must be:

  • an Australian citizen, or
  • an Australian permanent resident, or
  • a New Zealand citizen.

Physical location
You must be physically present in Victoria while participating in training and assessment.

Course limits
Skills First funding is limited to:

  • two courses at a time
  • two courses in a year.

Find out more about Skills First.

Refer to the VIC Fees page for details on the fees and costs for your chosen course.

Any questions?

For more information on Skills First funding please give us a call on 1300 LEGEND (534 363) to speak to one of our specialists.

Alternatively, the Victorian State Government website is also a great resource.

*This training is delivered with Victoria and Commonwealth Government funding. Participants who access Skills First funding must be aware that accessing this program may impact on their ability to access further government-funded programs in the future. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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