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Projects funded under the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative are announced twice a year, following the application round.
Want to participate?
Projects are run in locations across the state by community-based not-for-profit organisations (and local councils).
Use the Skilling Queenslanders for Work project search map to locate projects near you, and contact details for funded organisations to learn more about eligibility, availability and other specifics.
Funded project lists
Details are accurate at the time of announcement.
Community Work Skills
The Community Work Skills program assists disadvantaged Queensland job seekers to gain nationally recognised skills and qualifications up to a certificate III level.
Projects are run in locations across the state by community-based not-for-profit organisations.
Work Skills Traineeships
The Work Skills Traineeships program enables disadvantaged Queenslanders to be employed on community, construction or environmental projects while undertaking a traineeship.
Projects are run in locations across the state by local community-based not-for-profit organisations and local councils.
Get Set for Work
The Get Set for Work program provides disadvantaged young Queenslanders aged 15–19 years with nationally recognised training to enable them to successfully transition to employment and/or further education and training.
Projects are run in locations across the state by local community-based not-for-profit organisations.
Ready for Work
The Ready for Work program assists job seekers to transition into the workplace by providing courses of up to 6–8 weeks on job assistance and training.
Projects are run in locations across the state by local community-based not-for-profit organisations and school Parent and Citizens' and Parents and Friends associations.
Youth Skills
The Youth Skills program provides nationally recognised training and employment support for 15–24 year olds who are engaged with, or at risk of engaging with, Youth Justice Services, Queensland Corrective Services or the Queensland Police Service.
Projects are run across the state by local community-based not-for-profit organisations.
Community Foundation Skills
The Community Foundation Skills program assists disadvantaged Queenslanders with low level language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills to gain the knowledge and confidence necessary to participate successfully in a modern knowledge economy.
Projects are run across the state by local community-based not-for-profit organisations.
Skill Up
The Skill Up program provides assistance to adults 25 years and older to upskill or reskill in entry level positions in high priority industries to maximise existing and future job opportunities.
Projects are run across the state by local community-based not-for-profit organisations.
First Start
First Start provides wage subsidies to local councils and community-based organisations (CBOs) to employ additional trainees. Contact local councils or CBOs near you to enquire about potential traineeship opportunities.
Funded projects:
First Start – community-based organisations funding and allocations (PDF, 230KB)
First Start – funding and allocations by local government area (PDF, 64KB)
Related information
- Find general information about Skilling Queenslanders for Work.
- Find information for community organisations.
- Learn how to apply for funding.
Last updated 14 January 2025
