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Fees & Funding
Skills Assure Supplier (SAS)
Star College Australia is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) through Queensland Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET). Offering a number of courses that attract Government funding to Queenslanders. For participants not eligible for Government funding, we offer upfront payment and flexible payment plan options to support managing your training fees with day to day life.
About the Program
The Skills Assure program is the Queensland Government's quality assurance framework for subsidised vocational education and training. Only providers that meet strict quality and compliance standards are approved as Skills Assure Suppliers.
This ensures that participants receive high-quality training from reputable providers while accessing fee subsidised funding by the Queensland Government.
The Career Boost (General & Traineeship) program helps Queenslanders level-up at work, developing higher level skills needed to advance their careers of progress to further studies.
Under Career Boost (General & Traineeship), you may access:
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One Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification
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A higher-level apprenticeship or traineeship (Certificate IV +) or
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Up to 2 funded Skill Sets in priority industries
Note: Participants cannot access Career Boost if you've already completed 2 apprenticeships/ traineeships in the last 10 years.
What this means for participants
As a student, enrolling in a course with a Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) like Star College Australia means:
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Significantly reduced costs for training through government subsidies
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Nationally recognised qualifications
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Quality-assured training delivery
Do I qualify for funded training?
Eligibility Requirements
General Training
To be eligible, you must:
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Be aged 15 years or older
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No longer enrolled as a school student
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Permanently reside in Queensland
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Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident, or an eligible visa holder
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Not already have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count)
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Not be enrolled in another qualification, even if it's on hold or deferred, whether funded by Department of Trade, Employment and Training or not (excluding foundation skills qualifications)
Note: This eligibility does not apply to individuals seeking to enrol in a skill set
Traineeship
To be eligible, you must:
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Not be a school student
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Be currently employed in Queensland under a registered training contract, in an approved traineeship qualification funded through this program
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If you're from overseas, have a visa allowing you to work in Australia
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Not be enrolled in another qualification, whether funded or unfunded (foundation skills qualifications do not count)
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Not have completed a Certificate IV or high qualification, including university studies, in the past 10 years (qualifications completed in school & foundation skills qualifications do not impact eligibility)
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Not have completed more than 2 government-funded apprenticeships or traineeships within the last 10 years (including a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship)
Concession Eligiblity
You may qualify for lower fees if you are a:
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Health Care Card holder
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Pensioner Concession card holder
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Veteran Concession Card holder
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Partner or dependent of above card holders
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Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
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Person with a disaiblity
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Under 17 years and not enrolled in school
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Adult prisoner (specific conditions apply)
For more information on the Career Boost program & eligibility. Click HERE
Co-Contribution Fees
Understanding your contribution towards government-funded training
What is a Co-Contribution Fee?
A co-contribution is a small fee you pay towards the cost of your government-funded training to show your commitment to completing the qualification
Payment Schedule
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30% upon course approval
70% After 1st payment is received
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Quality Training
Training of high-quality being delivered by qualified trainers
Your Investment
Shows commitment to your learning journey
Traineeship
$1.60 per nominal hour
Sustainable
Helps keep funding available to all Queenslanders
Course Fees
Overview of funded course options under the Career Boost program
Course | Units | Concession Co-Contribution | Non Concession Co-Contribution | Full Fee | Traineeship Co-Contribution |
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CHC40321 Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention | 16 | $240 ($15 per unit) | $384 ($24 per unit) | $6,470 | - |
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health | 15 | $225 ($15 per unit) | $360 ($24 per unit) | $6,470 | $1,424 ($1.60 per nominal hour) |
CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services | 20 | $300 ($15 per unit | $480 ($24 per unit) | $10,770 | - |
CHCSS00070 Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set | 2 | $297 ($149 per unit) | $297 ($149 per unit) | $897 | - |
CHCSS00075 Chronic Disease Self-Management Skill Set | 2 | $247 ($124 per unit) | $247 ($124 per unit) | $847 | - |
CHCSS00084 Lead and support colleagues Skill Set
| 3 | $227 ($76 per unit) | $227 ($76 per unit) | $1,297 | - |
CHCSS00124 Disability Work - Behaviour Support Skill Set
| 3 | $227 ($76 per unit) | $227 ($76 per unit) | $1,297 | - |
CHCSS00128 High Support and Complex Care - Disability Support Skill Set | 7 | $397 ($59 per unit) | $397 ($59 per unit) | $1,597 | - |
CHCSS00129 Individual Support - Ageing Skill Set | 5 | $227 ($45 per unit) | $227 ($45 per unit) | $1,447 | - |
CHCSS00130 Individual Support - Disability Skill Set | 4 | $197 ($49 per unit) | $197 ($49 per unit) | $1,297 | - |
CHCSS00133 Induction to Disability Skill Set | 5 | $297 ($59 per unit) | $297 ($59 per unit) | $1,447 | - |
CHCSS00140 Case management Skill Set | 3 | $227 ($76 per unit) | $227 ($76 per unit) | $1,297 | - |
Delivery Options
Delivering flexible learning options to suit your lifestyle
Classroom Based
Attend face to face classes for a hands on learning experience
Online Learning
Study at your own pace by learning online
Blended Delivery
Combining face to face & online learning to provide a flexible but engaging learning experience
Work Placement
Most of our courses include mandatory practical work placement componenets to give you real-world experience
How To Apply
Ready to start your learning journey? Get started with these simple steps
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Apply for Your Course
Submit your course enquiry online or by contacting us to get started
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Complete Pre-Enrolment Assessment
Our team will assess your eligibility for Career Boost funding and discuss your learning needs
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Confirm Details & Payment
Review and confirm enrolment details and complete co-contribution payment arrangements
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Commence Studies
Begin your learning journey. There are many methods of support available so don't hesitate to reach out to our team