Funded Qualifications & Opportunities

Building Industry Training (BIT) are proud to be a Skills Assure Supplier (SAS). This means we are approved to deliver training and assessment services funded by the Queensland Government under the Career Start program. There are strict eligibility criteria that each student will need to meet for the funded program.

The new Skills Assure identifier will make it easier to recognise providers that offer training subsidised by the Queensland Government. Ask us about our subsidised courses and how you can apply.

Find out more about Skills Assure here.

Career Start

What is the Career Start Program?

Career Start provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment, including after completing an apprenticeship or traineeship.

Career Start supports delivery of entry level training to students, apprentices and trainees aligned with the skill outcomes required by industry. Career Start offers either a general training pathway or employment-based apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.

Student Co-Contribution Fee

As part of the Career Start Program a student co-contribution fee must be collected. This fee can be paid by the student themselves or on behalf of the student by a third party. The applicable fee is paid upon enrolment and prior to commencement of training and is the final & only fee the student must pay. The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

Co-contribution fees are not payable for units that are awarded a Credit Transfer. If you are awarded a Credit Transfer, you will be refunded the co-contribution fee paid for that unit.

Eligibility Criteria

Career Start Eligibility for Traineeship and Apprenticeship Pathways

Eligible Students must meet the following criteria:

are currently employed as a Queensland apprentice or trainee (under a registered training contract) in an eligible apprenticeship or traineeship Qualification through this Program;
not currently be enrolled in a Qualification;
not have previously completed a certificate III or higher-level qualification within the last 10 years for a general training pathway; and
not exceed a maximum of two government-funded apprenticeships/traineeships within a 10-year period.

Students will be funded a maximum of two government funded apprenticeships/traineeships across the School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SATs), Career Start and Career Boost Programs. The two apprenticeships/traineeships can be undertaken in this Career Start Program.

Students can receive funding for only one apprenticeship or traineeship at a time. If two training contracts are registered at the same time, the contract with the earliest start date will qualify for funding, provided all other eligibility requirements are met.

Career Start Eligibility for General Training Pathways
Eligible Students must meet the following criteria:

be a permanent Queensland resident;
be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), or temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
not currently be enrolled in a Qualification;
not have previously completed a certificate III or higher-level Qualification within the last 10 years for a general training pathway; and
not exceed a maximum of two government-funded apprenticeships/traineeships within a 10-year period.

Suppliers must ensure Students meet any Qualification eligibility exemptions and/or restrictions as specified within the Queensland Subsidised Training List (QSTL) (where applicable).

CSQ provides funding to reduce the financial obstacle to training, making upskilling an affordable option for many more individuals in the construction industry.

Construction Skills Queensland is an independent, not-for-profit, industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry.

If you are currently working in the Queensland building and construction industry you may be eligible for CSQ funded training to advance or expand your skills under one of the CSQ programs.

CSQ contributes towards the cost of courses to reduce the cost to participants. CSQ funding is paid directly to the contracted RTO, generally between 75% and 100% of course costs

Further information regarding eligibility & available qualifications under CSQ funding, please read the attached form and head to the CSQ website at

www.csq.org.au

Courses to take

CPC33020

Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying

This qualification provides a trade outcome in bricklaying and blocklaying. Occupational titles may include: Bricklayer, Blocklayer

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CPC30220

Certificate III in Carpentry

This qualification provides a trade outcome in carpentry, covering work in residential & commercial applications.Occupational titles may include: Carpenter, Carpenter and joiner

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CPC30320

Certificate III in Concreting

This qualification provides a trade outcome in concreting operations for residential and commercial construction work.Occupational titles may include: Concreter, Concrete pump operator

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CPC30620

Certificate III in Painting & Decorating

This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work. Occupational titles may include: Painter and decorator

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CPC31020

Certificate III in Solid Plastering

This qualification provides a trade outcome in Solid Plastering, covering work in residential & commercial applications. Occupational titles may include: Plasterer, Renderer

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CPC31220

Certificate III in Wall & Ceiling Lining

This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and ceiling lining. Occupational titles may include: Wall and ceiling liner, Drywaller and Plasterer

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CPC31320

Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling

This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling for residential & commercial construction work. Occupational titles may include: Tiler, Wall and floor tiler

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CPC31420

Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing

This qualification provides a trade outcome in waterproofing for the residential & commercial construction industry. Occupational titles may include: Waterproofer

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BSBESB402

QBCC Approved Managerial Course

This unit has been approved by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) to meet the business management requirements for a trade contractor licence.

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