2021 Free and Subsidised Training Initiatives
CHASE YOUR CALLING.The Victorian Government is investing $1 billion in TAFE and training – driving economic recovery and giving Victorians the skills they need to get back into the workforce. The below initiatives will help support more Victorians to train, retrain and find new opportunities, including:
JobTrainer - The Victorian Government has partnered with the Commonwealth Government to jointly invest up to $260 million under the JobTrainer Fund to increase access to training for thousands of Victorians who have been most impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Eligible students can access free or low fee (concession) qualifications and skill sets within key industries and occupations. In early 2021, the JobTrainer list will be updated to reflect skill sets available under JobTrainer. Be sure to check back regularly for updates.
Free TAFE - The Victorian Government has invested in making priority TAFE courses and pre-apprenticeship courses in priority workforce areas tuition free. Free TAFE for priority courses reduces financial barriers for students. Students can train in courses that lead to jobs in demand from Victorian employers.
Construction Industry Skill Sets (CISS) - Free short accredited training courses to help people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic re-skill and find work in the construction industry.
Working for Victoria – Free online training available to help you change or update your skills to work in areas that are now hiring. You can do a Free TAFE course that leads to a recognised qualification in an industry where Victorian employers are likely to be looking for employees as the economy recovers.
Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set (CSICSS) - Workers in businesses where COVID-safe practices are vital can enrol in free training in identifying and managing the risk of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The courses will support businesses to reopen safely and continue to control the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) across Victoria.
Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)- The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is the new way of providing support for Australians with disability, their families and carers.
What courses are on offer through these programs?
Chisholm is offering over 50 free or subsidised courses and skillsets through the above schemes, across areas identified as having a genuine skills need and employment growth, such as health and community services, construction, financial services, IT, and hairdressing and beauty services.
The JobTrainer list will be updated to reflects skill sets available under JobTrainer in early 2021. Be sure to check back regularly for updates.
- Free TAFE for Priority Course
Business and Finance
FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping 
FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting
FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting
Art and Design
ICP20120 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts
CUA40715 Certificate IV in Design
CUA41115 Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging
CUA41315 Certificate IV in Visual Arts
Automotive
AUR20218 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology
AUR20516 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology
Building Trades and Construction
22338VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (Bricklaying)
22338VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (Carpentry)
UEE22011 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
22304VIC
22569VIC Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship)
CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) - study online 
CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services
CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Community Services
22469VIC Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme
CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
CHC43515 Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
Education
CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
CHC30213 Certificate III in Education Support
CHC40213 Certificate IV in Education Support
TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Engineering
22470VIC Certificate II in Engineering Studies
Hair, Beauty and Make-up
SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant
SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering
SHB30115 Certificate III in Beauty Services
SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing
Health
HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
HLT35015 Certificate III in Dental Assisting
HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection
HLT37015 Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Horticulture and Conservation
AHC31416 Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management
AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture
Hospitality
SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality
SIT31016 Certificate III in Patisserie
Information Technology and Cybersecurity
ICT30118 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology
22334VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security
ICT40118 Certificate IV in Information Technology
Sport, Fitness and Massage
HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
SIS40619 Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership
Workplace Safety
BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Where can I get more information?
For more information on each scheme, including terms, conditions and eligibility, please visit: