About Our Skills Assure Status
Aspire to Succeed is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS), trusted by the Queensland Government to deliver funded training that leads to real career outcomes. This allows eligible Queensland residents to access subsidised training at significantly reduced costs.
The SAS framework supports training and assessment aimed at building new skills and capabilities for Queenslanders — RTOs focused solely on recognition of prior learning (RPL) or assessment-only services are not eligible to participate in these arrangements.
What is the Skills Assure Program?
Understanding how government-subsidised training works in Queensland
About the Program
The Skills Assure program is the Queensland Government's quality assurance framework for subsidised vocational education and training. Only training providers that meet strict quality and compliance standards are approved as Skills Assure Suppliers.
This ensures that students receive high-quality training from reputable providers while accessing significant fee subsidies funded by the Queensland Government.
Career Start
Career Start supports Queensland job seekers to start their career, or move into more skilled roles or full-time employment. You can participate in either a general training pathway, or an employment-based apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.
Career Start provides:
- Access to certificate III qualifications in priority industries
- Access to apprenticeship and traineeship training
- Foundation skills (language, literacy, numeracy, digital literacy)
- Training in regional and remote areas
Higher subsidies are available for Priority Population Groups (PPGs) — for example, individuals from non-English speaking backgrounds or with a disability, as identified in the training contract.
Foundation skills (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital) training is available under the Foundation Skills Funding Policy 2026–2028 for approved providers.
Career Boost
Career Boost helps Queenslanders level-up at work, developing higher-level skills needed to advance their careers or progress to further education.
Under Career Boost, you may access:
- One certificate IV, diploma or advanced diploma qualification
- A higher-level apprenticeship or traineeship (Cert IV+)
- Up to 2 funded skill sets in priority industries
Note: You cannot access Career Boost if you've already completed 2 apprenticeships/traineeships in the last 10 years.
Foundation skills (LLND) training may also be subsidised via the Foundation Skills Funding Policy 2026–2028 through approved providers.
Eligibility Requirements
Check if you qualify for Queensland Government subsidised training
General Training Pathway
To be eligible, you must:
- Be aged 15 years or older, and no longer in school
- Permanently live in Queensland
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with an eligible visa subclass
- Not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student, and foundation skills qualifications don't count)
- Not be enrolled in another DTET-funded qualification, even if it is on hold or deferred (foundation skills qualifications and self-funded/fee-for-service qualifications do not impact eligibility)
*Note: This eligibility does not apply to individuals seeking to enrol in a skill set.
Apprenticeship / Traineeship
To be eligible, you must:
- Have entered into a training contract for a qualification that is funded by us and be registered on our systems
- If you're from overseas, have a visa allowing you to work in Australia
- Not be enrolled in another DTET-funded qualification, even if it is on hold or deferred (foundation skills qualifications and self-funded/fee-for-service qualifications do not impact eligibility)
- Not have already completed 2 government-funded apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications, including School-based Apprenticeships or Traineeships (SATs), within the last 10 years
Concessional Eligibility
You may qualify for lower fees if you are:
- Health Care Card holder
- Pensioner Concession Card holder
- Veteran Concession Card holder
- Partner or dependent of above card holders
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- Person with a disability
- Under 17 years and not enrolled at school
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background (for some programs)
- Adult prisoner (specific conditions apply)
The Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET) may amend student eligibility requirements at any time based on factors such as budget, emerging priorities, and the need to ensure a pipeline of workers for critical occupations.
Career Start vs Career Boost
Understanding the different funding pathways available to you
| Feature | Career Start | Career Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Level of Training | Entry-level (Certificate III) | Higher-Level (Certificate IV or Diploma) |
| Target Group | New entrants into workforce | People with previous experience |
| Includes Traineeships? | Yes (CHC32015, CHC33021) | Yes (CHC43315, CHC43515) |
| Includes Skill Sets? | No | Yes – Up to 2 priority |
| Maximum Funded Courses | 1 Traineeship + 1 general (traineeship must be completed first) OR 2 Traineeships | 1 Qualification only |
Co-Contribution Fees
Understanding your contribution to government-funded training
What is the Co-Contribution Fee?
The small amount you pay toward the cost of your government-funded training to show your commitment to completing the qualification.
Payment Schedule
Quality Training
High-quality resources & qualified trainers
Your Investment
Committed to your learning journey
Sustainable
Keeps funding available for all
Traineeship (QLD)
$1.60 per nominal hour. Only 40% of the fee applies if the apprentice/trainee is under 17 and not at school without Year 12, or holds concessional status.
Course Fees Summary
Compare funding options across all our qualifications
Important Notes
- •QLD Funded: 30% upon approval, 70% after first payment
- •Traineeship: $1.60 per nominal hour (marked with *)
- •Full Fee: Payment plans available
Courses Requiring Industry Employment
Course Delivery Options
Flexible learning options to suit your lifestyle
Online Training
Study at your own pace with our flexible online learning platform. Most of our courses are available fully online.
Work Placement
Some courses include practical vocational placement components. As your Skills Assure Supplier, Aspire to Succeed is responsible for sourcing and organising any required placements.
Classroom / Group-based
Face-to-face training sessions available at our training locations for hands-on learning.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Get credit for your existing skills and experience to fast-track your qualification.
How to Apply
Get started with your funded training in four simple steps
Apply for Your Course
Submit your enrolment application online or contact us to get started.
Complete Pre-Enrolment Assessment
We'll assess your eligibility for government funding and discuss your learning needs.
Confirm Details & Payment
Review your enrolment details and complete your co-contribution payment arrangements.
Begin Your Course
Start your learning journey with full support from our training team.
Queensland Government Policy References
Official DTET funding policies that govern Skills Assure Supplier training. All effective 1 July 2026.
Career Start Program Policy 2025-28
Career Boost Program Policy 2025-28
These are the marked-up versions supplied by DTET showing the 2025-28 changes highlighted. Documents are published by the Queensland Government Department of Trade, Employment and Training.
Ready to Start Your Funded Training?
Contact our friendly team today to discuss your eligibility and enrolment options