Learn in-demand skills for free
We want to give you the best possible support to gain the right skills to work in growing and in-demand areas to see South Australia thrive.
Our investment in your education is an investment in the future of South Australia.
These courses allow you to train, retrain or upskill with in-demand skills with no tuition fee at selected private training providers.
How is this possible?
Fee Free TAFE and vocational education is a joint initiative of the Australian and South Australian Governments, making 12,500 training places available.
Select a fee free course
Choose from one of the Fee Free courses offered through a private training provider.
Check availability
This list may not reflect availability and it is important to speak with the training provider.
To understand what online opportunities exist for each course, please contact the training provider directly.
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Certificate III in Horticulture
Gain the skills and knowledge you need to work as a horticulturist or gardener. Learn all about plants and their culture, plant pests and diseases, how to control weeds, and how to improve gardens and turf areas.Growsmart Training
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Jason Size (admin@growsmart.com.au) Phone: 08 8584 5147
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Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Kick start your career in landscaping with this entry-level course that will give you the practical skills to become a landscape construction tradesperson.ARO College
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and women. Contact: Judy Parkes (judy.parkes@aro.edu.au) Phone: 0435 017 991
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Individual Support – Ageing skill set
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for providing person centred support to older people in various settings.Allstaff Training Consultants
Priority will be given to people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and unpaid carers. Contact: Tom Reilly or Jane Beare (allstaff@iinet.net.au) Phone: 08 8212 1766
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Auctus Training and Education
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, unemployed or at risk of unemployment people, eligible visa holders, unpaid carers, and people from the LGBTIQ+ community. All classes are delivered face to face. Contact: Auctus Training and Education Phone: 1300 511 519
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Equals International
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and unpaid carers. Contact: Khyati Gajjar (kgajjar@equals.edu.au) Phone: 08 8110 1200
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Institute of Training & Further Education - iTFE
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders and unpaid carers. Contact: Melinda Octigan Phone: 0419 161 504.
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TIME Education and Training
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, veterans, and LGBTIQ+ community. Contact: Jenny Baber or Graham Muller Phone: 08 8351 9888
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Individual Support – Disability skill set
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for providing person centred support to people with disability in various settings.Allstaff Training Consultants
Priority will be given to eligible visa holders and unpaid carers. Contact: Tom Reilly or Jane Beare (allstaff@iinet.net.au) Phone: 08 8212 1766
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Auctus Training and Education
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, unemployed or at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, unpaid carers and people form the LGBTIQ+ community Contact: Auctus Training and Education Phone: 1300 511 519
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Australian Employment and Training Services
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Charmane Dennis (charmane@aeats.com.au) Phone: 1300 854 336
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Equals International
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and unpaid carers. Contact: Khyati Gajjar (kgajjar@equals.edu.au) Phone: 08 8110 1200
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Limestone Coast Training
Contact: Mardi Riley Phone: 08 8762 0016
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Sureway Skills Training
A minimum of 40 places will be dedicated to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school and people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment. Contact: Darren Arbon Phone: 0433 500 860
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Certificate III in Community Services
Prepare to become a community services worker and learn to respond to client needs by providing quality care, empowering and facilitating their interests and advocating for their needs.Relationships Australia South Australia
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Andrew Berkinshaw (A.Berkinshaw@rasa.org.au) Phone: 08 8245 8100
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Strategix Training Group
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and people with disability. Contact: Melissa Barnett Phone: 0438 599 200
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Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
This course will prepare you for working with young children where you'll learn how to interact and foster their development.Australian Child Care Career Options
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, and unpaid carers. Contact: Michele Desira (info.sa@accco.com.au) Phone: 08 8284 1794
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Australian Employment and Training Services
Priority is given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment and eligible visa holders. Contact: Charmane Dennis (0472 504 063) Phone: 1300 854 336
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Limestone Coast Training
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment. Contact: Mardi Riley Phone: 08 8762 0016
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Certificate III in Individual Support
Gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to provide individual support in aged care as well as home and community settings.Allstaff Training Consultants
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Tom Reilly or Jane Beare (allstaff@iinet.net.au) Phone: 08 8212 1766
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Australian Employment and Training Services
Priority is given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment and eligible visa holders. Contact: Charmane Dennis (0472 504 063) Phone: 1300 854 336
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Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (ANMFSA)
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, and unpaid carers. Contact: Email training@anmfsa.org.au Phone: 08 8178 4205
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Australian Workplace Training
Priority will be given to people with disability, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders. Contact: Zoe or Deanne (enrolments@awt.edu.au) Phone: 08 8282 7600
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Career Employment Group
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school and people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment. Contact: Andrew Anninos Phone: 0407 945 191
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Equals International
Priority will be given to unpaid carers, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment. Contact: Khyati Gajjar (kgajjar@equals.edu.au) Phone: 08 8110 1200
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Limestone Coast Training
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Mardi Riley Phone: 08 8762 0016
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Norgrove Training
Priority will be given to people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and unpaid carers. Contact: Sam Nicholas Phone: 08 8361 9969
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Total Training Solutions
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, unpaid carers, veterans, and LGBTIQ+ community. Contact: Navneet Kaur (Admin@ttsadelaide.com.au) Phone: 08 8285 3495
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Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Gain a deep working knowledge of the aged care sector, develop your personal leadership style and get on-the-job experience in this high growth industry.Equals International
Priority will be given to people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and people with disability. Contact: Khyati Gajjar (kgajjar@equals.edu.au) Phone: 08 8110 1200
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Certificate IV in Disability
Empower people with disabilities to achieve their goals and gain greater levels of independence.Education Training & Employment
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians and people with disability. Contact: Rebecca O’Sullivan (rebeccao@etea.edu.au) Phone: 08 8150 9500
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Certificate IV in Health Administration
This course focuses on practical learning and will provide you with the skills to undertake a range of administrative tasks relevant to the health services.Medical Administration Training
Priority will be given to people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, and unpaid carers. Contact: Donna Menzies (info@medtrain.com.au) Phone: 1300 887 082
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Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
Take the next step in your career in community services with this intermediate-level course and get the skills you need to support people in a diverse range of settings.ARC Training
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Stephanie Obset (stephanie.obst@arcgroup.com.au) Phone: 0431 547 762
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Certificate IV in Mental Health
Explore mental health issues and gain the necessary skills to make a difference in the lives of othersAustralian Workplace Training
Priority will be given to people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and people with disability. Contact: Zoe or Deanne (enrolments@awt.edu.au) Phone: 08 8282 7600
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Education Training & Employment
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians and people with disability. Contact: Rebecca O’Sullivan Phone: 08 8150 9500
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Diploma of Community Services
Support your community, help people during the difficult times in their lives, and develop the complex knowledge needed for a rewarding career in the community services industry.Relationships Australia South Australia
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and eligible visa holders. Contact: Andrew Berkinshaw (A.Berkinshaw@rasa.org.au) Phone: 08 8245 8100
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Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Further your career in early childhood education by gaining the skills and knowledge to become a team leader, director or educational leader in a range of education settings.Limestone Coast Training
Contact: Mardi Riley Phone: 08 8762 0016
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Diploma of Nursing
Become an enrolled nurse and make a difference to your community in this skills-shortage industry.Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (ANMFSA)
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment, and unpaid carers. Contact: Email training@anmfsa.org.au Phone: 08 8178 4205
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Equals International
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, and unpaid carers. Contact: Khyati Gajjar (kgajjar@equals.edu.au) Phone: 08 8110 1200
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TAFE SA
Fee Free TAFE places are available for students enrolling to start in 2023, subject to funding availability, and will remain free for eligible students for the duration of the course. Phone: 1800 882 661
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Introduction to Construction
This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations.Adelaide Training & Employment Centre (ATEC)
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, and people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment. Contact: Rick Simunsen (0413 948 823) Phone: 1300 112 832
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Carey Training
Priority will be given to Frist Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, people who are unemployed or are at risk of being unemployed, eligible visa holders and unpaid carers.. Contact: Paige Keogh Phone: 08 8351 8812
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North East Vocational College
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment. Contact: Hayley Riddle (nevc@neda.asn.au) Phone: 08 8397 9500
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Certificate II in Civil Construction
Begin building your career in the construction industry as you learn to use power tools, work with building materials and read and interpret plans.Carey Training
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) not enrolled in school, women, people who are unemployed or at risk of being unemployed, eligible visa holders and veterans. Contact: Paige Keogh Phone: 08 8351 8812
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Certificate II in Construction Pathways
This course provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry (except for plumbing).Adelaide Training & Employment Centre (ATEC)
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, and people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment. Contact: Rick Simunsen (0413 948 823) Phone: 1300 112 832
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Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
This course is for anyone who wants to work towards recognition as a qualified bricklayer or blocklayer.Flexible Construction Training and Assessment
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school. Contact: Anne Howarth (admin@fcta.com.au) Phone: 08 8367 5615
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Certificate IV in Building and Construction
Become a professional builder or construction manager in the low-rise sector.Housing Industry Association (HIA)
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, women, and people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment. Contact: Learning & Pathways Advisor Phone: 1300 650 620
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Diploma of Local Government (Planning Specialisation)
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to work in local government.TAFE SA
Fee Free TAFE places are available for students enrolling to start in 2023, subject to funding availability, and will remain free for eligible students for the duration of the course. Phone: 1800 882 661
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Diploma of Surveying
Become a land or building surveyor with the Diploma of Surveying. Enhance your practical surveying skills as you learn to design basic engineering structures and carry out a range of surveying calculations.TAFE SA
Fee Free TAFE places are available for students enrolling to start in 2023, subject to funding availability, and will remain free for eligible students for the duration of the course. Phone: 1800 882 661
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Advanced Diploma of Surveying
Enhance your practical surveying skills as you learn to design basic engineering structures and carry out a range of surveying calculations.TAFE SA
Fee Free TAFE places are available for students enrolling to start in 2023, subject to funding availability, and will remain free for eligible students for the duration of the course. Phone: 1800 882 661
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Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
Start your route into the engineering and manufacturing industries and learn to use power tools and hand tools.Adelaide Training & Employment Centre (ATEC)
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, and women. Contact: Rick Simunsen (0413 948 823) Phone: 1300 112 832
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Delivery E-Learning Skill Set
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to deliver e-learning in online and remote learning environments.Healthy Business Training Academy
Priority will be given to women or people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment Contact: Douwlene Burdett Phone: 0432 275 033
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SG Learning & Development
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, women, eligible visa holders, unpaid carers, veterans and people with a disability. Contact: Kathy Pillion Phone: 08 8347 2640
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Enterprise Trainer – Presenting skill set
This skill set provides the necessary skills and knowledge for people training under supervision in the VET sector, who work mainly in classroom situations.Accellier
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of being unemployed, eligible visa holders, veterans and people with a disability. Contact: Jasmin Quirk Phone: (02) 5616 0111
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ASC Training and Development
Priority will be given to women and people from the LGBTIQ+ community. Contact: Sophie Carter Phone: 08 8410 2627
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Auctus Training and Education
Priority will be given to women looking to complete this course. Contact: Auctus Training and Education Phone: 1300 511 519
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Centre for People Development
Priority will be given to women and people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment. Contact: Simon Krieg Phone: 08 8351 5827
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Healthy Business Training Academy
Priority will be given to women or people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment Contact: Douwlene Burdett Phone: 0432 275 033
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SG Learning & Development
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, women, eligible visa holders, unpaid carers, veterans and people with a disability. Contact: Kathy Pillion Phone: 08 8347 2640
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
This qualification is suitable for those who would like to deliver and assess competency based training within a workplace context, whether that is within a registered training organisation, industry or community organisation.Accellier
Contact: Jasmin Quirk Phone: (02) 5616 0111
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Centre for People Development
Contact: Simon Krieg Phone: 08 8351 5827
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Healthy Business Training Academy
Contact: Douwlene Burdett Phone: 0432 275 033
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TIME Education and Training
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians. Contact: Jenny Baber or Graham Muller Phone: 08 8351 9888
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Diploma of Vocational Education and Training
This qualification reflects the roles of experienced practitioners delivering training and assessment services usually within Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) within the vocational education and training (VET) sector.Healthy Business Training Academy
Contact: Douwlene Burdett Phone: 0432 275 033
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SG Learning & Development
Contact: Kathy Pillion Phone: 08 8347 2640
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TIME Education and Training
Contact: Jenny Baber or Graham Muller Phone: 08 8351 9888
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Diploma of School Age Education and Care
This qualification reflects the role of educators who are responsible for the day-to-day running of a before and after school care and/or vacation care service, including planning, implementing and managing programs which address regulatory and duty of care requirements.Australian Child Care Career Options
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment, eligible visa holders, and unpaid carers. Contact: Michele Desira (info.sa@accco.com.au) Phone: 08 8284 1794
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Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Learn about kitchen operations and safety, menu planning and preparation, and a wide range of cooking techniques including meats and seafood, cakes and pastries, and desserts.Career Employment Group
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school and people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment. Contact: Andrew Anninos Phone: 0407 945 191
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Certificate III in Hospitality
his nationally recognised course is your pathway to employment in restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, catering, and cafés.HITsa Training and Employment
Priority will be given to young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or at risk of unemployment or eligible visa holders. Contact: Olivia Muller Phone: 0439 861 114
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Quality College of Australia
Priority will be given to First Nations Australians, young people (17-24 years) who are not enrolled in school, people who are unemployed or are at risk of unemployment and eligible visa holders. Contact: Simon Ward Phone: 1300 511 888
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