If you are thinking of doing a training course, these funding and support programs are available.
Free TAFE for more Victorians
Skill up to get the job you want, thanks to the Victorian Government’s Free TAFE program.
Check your eligibility for Skills First funding
You may be eligible to have some of your training course fees subsidised through Skills First funding.
Reconnect Program 2021–2024
Reconnect is designed to support Victorians experiencing disadvantage.
Asylum Seeker VET program
The Asylum Seeker VET (ASVET) program provides asylum seekers an exemption from the usual citizenship and residency criteria required for Skills First-funded training in Victoria.
Raising Expectations Program
The Raising Expectations Program aims to increase the access and success of young people in out-of-home care and care leavers in post-secondary education.
Youth Access Initiative
The Youth Access Initiative provides young people who have care and/or youth justice experience or who are residing in Education First Youth Foyers with access to vocational education and training opportunities through a tuition fee waiver.
deafConnectEd
The deafConnectEd program is intended to create more equitable opportunities and outcomes in education and training for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
Car registration discounts for trade apprentices
If you’re a trade apprentice using your car for work, you may be eligible for a discount on your car registration.
More free help and resources
TAFE and Training Line
Get help and information about TAFE and training courses, qualifications and training providers in Victoria.
Skills and Jobs Centres
Get free qualified, independent advice and support on training, career planning and finding a job in your local area.
Get financial assistance for training and other expenses
You may be eligible for Free TAFE or Skills First funding to help pay for your training.
Training and careers in growing industries
Learn about high demand industries in Victoria. Find out where you could work, what kind of jobs you could do, and what training you’ll need.
Discover training, courses and careers
Find out about skills and training for in-demand and emerging jobs, including free resources and services.
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