Championing skills for a stronger Queensland
National Skills Week is an opportunity for Queenslanders to ‘explore ALL the options’ by celebrating the people, pathways and partnerships that power Queensland’s skilled future.
Whether finishing school, changing careers or upskilling for the next opportunity, there’s never been a better time to discover where skills training can take you – from apprenticeships and traineeships to short courses, diplomas and university pathways.
Now in its 15th year, National Skills Week highlights the value of training, and how it creates real opportunities for individuals, communities and industries across Queensland.
Be inspired, read real success stories, and find a training course for you:
- Queensland training stories – meet real people taking real pathways
- Check out free and subsidised training – explore available training in key industries
- Visit the Queensland Skills Gateway to find a course that suits you.
Why skills matter
Skills are the foundation of Queensland’s economic growth and community wellbeing.
From healthcare and construction to IT, tourism, business and trades, skilled professionals are in high demand – and training is helping to meet that need.
Whether you’re a student, training provider, employer, educator, industry body or community organisation, you can promote the power of skills by:
- sharing success stories from students, apprentices, or trainees
- hosting or joining in events that support and showcase training in your region
- promoting the value of training pathways to parents, educators, employers and the wider public
- championing equity, diversity and inclusion in education and employment.
Recognising Queensland’s training achievers
National Skills Week also showcases the achievements of our Queensland Training Awards regional finalists and winners – outstanding individuals, trainers and organisations who prove the power of skills and training.
Meet our 2025 QTA regional winners and finalists.
Let’s build Queensland’s future—together
National Skills Week is more than a campaign. It’s a shared commitment to the future of Queensland. Through shared stories, events and collaboration, we can help more people take the next step on their skills journey.
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Last updated 5 September 2025
