Are you thinking about studying a VET qualification when you leave high school? The Government is providing lots of subsidies to make the cost of training cheaper, and in some cases, totally free.
There are tons of qualifications to choose from in a variety of industries, from IT to construction, hospitality to health care.
There is eligibility criteria you need to meet to be eligible for free and low-cost courses. It differs from state to state, so make sure you check before you apply.
Find out more about options in your state or territory:
NSW – https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/skills-initiatives.html
VIC – https://www.vic.gov.au/free-tafe
QLD – https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/training-careers/incentives/freetafe
SA – https://www.skills.sa.gov.au/jobtrainer
WA – https://www.jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/skillsready
ACT – https://skills.act.gov.au/scqualification
TAS – https://www.tastafe.tas.edu.au/skill-up
NT – https://nt.gov.au/learning/adult-education-and-training/free-training-courses