FEE-FREE TAFE - Queensland Students
This article presents an attractive educational deal for High School students. It should be noted that this particular information is relevant to Queensland students only.
Now’s the time to seize your opportunity with Fee-Free TAFE
Fee-Free TAFE is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments.
There are over 90 skill sets, certificates and diplomas eligible for Fee-Free TAFE funding
Enrolments in this program are available from 1 January 2023 until 31 December 2023.
Fee Free TAFE is only available at TAFE Queensland and CQ University.
Eligible study areas include accounting, aged care, agriculture, business, IT, child care, community services, creative industries, health, horticulture, and hospitality.
Get quality training for less with Fee-Free TAFE
With Fee-Free TAFE, some or all of your course fees with be covered by the government.
Because they’re footing the bill, you only have to pay what’s left, which could be nothing at all
Although you’re paying less, you’ll still receive the same quality of training and education.
With less course fees, you can focus on your studies, rather than your finances.
Get job ready in 2023 with Fee-Free TAFE
Fee-Free TAFE courses are based on local skills demand and advice from industry.
Training in these high-priority areas means you’ll graduate with in-demand skills and strong job prospects.
Visit tafeqld.edu.au/free for more information
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for Fee-Free TAFE funding, you must be:
a Queensland resident
an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency. Individuals who hold a visa must also ensure their visa subclass is eligible for subsidised training.
be aged 15years or over, no longer at school
not currently enrolled in training.
Students are able to enrol regardless of employment status or the number of qualifications they have previously completed.
Students from the following priority groups are strongly encouraged to apply:
First Nations Australians
young people aged 17-24
people out of work or receiving income support
unpaid carers
women facing economic insecurity
women undertaking study in non-traditional fields
people with disability.
DIPLOMA OF NURSING
The Diploma of Nursing is only available for Fee-Free TAFE funding for the following cohorts
First Nations Australians (self-identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander)
people with disability (self-identify as having a disability)
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including migrants and refugees who meet the requisite eligibility requirements
Normal processes for identification of these cohorts will apply at the point of enrolment.
Students must also still meet entry requirements as listed on the Diploma of Nursing Declaration form.
FAQs
What is Fee-Free TAFE?
Fee-Free TAFE is an initiative of the Australian and Queensland Governments. As part of the October 2022-23 Budget, the Australian Government partnered with state and territory governments to establish a $1 billion 12-month Skills Agreement to deliver 180,000 Fee-Free TAFE places from January 2023.
What does Fee-Free mean?
For eligible students, ‘Fee-Free’ means that some or all of your course costs will be covered by the Australian and Queensland Governments. Because they’re footing the bill, you only have to pay what’s left, which could be nothing at all. Although you’re paying less, the total cost of the course is the same, and you still receive high-quality training from industry-experienced and award-winning teachers.
What if I’m not eligible for Free-Free TAFE courses?
There are a range of TAFE Queensland courses that are eligible for funding that could help reduce the cost of your course. If you don’t meet the eligibility criteria for Fee-Free TAFE, you may be eligible for one of these.
What happened to Free TAFE for under 25s?
To minimise confusion for stakeholders, the former Free TAFE for under 25s program will cease on 31 December 2022 and will be replaced by Fee-Free TAFE from 1 January 2023, which has an expanded list of qualifications and eligibility criteria.
What about free apprenticeships for under 25s?
Free Apprenticeships for under 25s is a separate program and is available for new enrolments until 30 June 2023.
Is there a cap on this funding or number of places?
No. TAFE Queensland and CQUniversity do not have caps.
COURSE LIST
Certificate III in Visual Arts
Certificate III in Visual Arts - Focus on Photography
Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging
Diploma of Visual Arts
Diploma of Music - Performance
Diploma of Music - Sound Production
Diploma of Screen and Media - Post-production
Diploma of Screen and Media - Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects
Diploma of Screen and Media - Production Management
Diploma of Screen and Media - Directing
Diploma of Screen and Media - Specialist Make-Up Services
Diploma of Graphic Design
Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Diploma of Accounting
BAS Agent Registration Skill Set
Accounting Principles Skill Set
Certificate III in Business
Certificate III in Business - Business Administration
Certificate III in Business - Medical Administration
Certificate III Business - Business Administration - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Certificate III in Business - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
Diploma of Business
Diploma of Business (Business Operations) - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Diploma of Leadership and Management - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Diploma of Project Management
Diploma of Applied Blockchain
Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Certificate III in Information Technology
Diploma of Information Technology - Advanced Networking and System Administration
Diploma of Information Technology - Advanced Programming
Diploma of Information Technology - Back End Web Development and Front End Web Development
Diploma of Information Technology - Advanced Networking and Cloud Engineering
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Certificate III in School Based Education Support
Certificate III in Community Services
Certificate III in Individual Support - Home and Community
Certificate III in Individual Support - Ageing, Home and Community
Certificate III in Individual Support - Ageing
Certificate III in Individual Support - Disability
Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention
Certificate IV in Youth Work
Certificate IV in Community Services
Certificate IV in Disability
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention
Diploma of Community Services
Assist Clients with Medication skill set - Accredited Skill Set
Dementia Support - Service Delivery Skill Set - Accredited Skill Set
Individual Support - Disability Skill Set - Accredited Skill Set
Certificate IV in Residential Drafting
Certificate III in Food Processing - Brewing
Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation
Certificate IV in Justice Studies
Diploma of Justice Studies
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Certificate II in Health Support Services - Health Support
Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Certificate III in Dental Assisting
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
Certificate III in Pathology Collection
Certificate III in Health Administration
Certificate III in Pathology Assistance
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate IV in Health Administration
Certificate II in Hospitality
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations
Certificate III in Hospitality - Food and Beverage
Certificate III in Rural Operations
Diploma of Agriculture
Diploma of Agribusiness Management
Certificate III in Horticulture
Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Diploma of Nursing (additional eligibility criteria apply)
Incredible opportunities for your students and school community