Jobs & Skills WA

Study with Government Funding Assistance

Jobs & Skills WA is a vital initiative by the Western Australian Government, aimed at enhancing the state’s workforce through funded vocational education and training to address critical skill shortages. Gateway Training Academy offers a suite of accredited courses within this program, tailored to meet the high-demand industry needs, ensuring participants gain valuable qualifications for a brighter career path.

As a contracted Jobs & Skills WA provider, Gateway Training Academy is proud to present a range of government-funded courses. These programs are designed to provide students with the practical skills and knowledge essential for success in their chosen careers, emphasising our commitment to fostering job readiness and contributing to Western Australia’s economic growth. Discover the courses we deliver under this transformative program and take the next step towards achieving your career goals with us.

Course Code
Course Name
Program Name
Student Tuition Concession Rate
Student Non-Concession Rate
Non Funded Price
SIR30116
Certificate III in Community Pharmacy
Work Readiness Program, New Entrant Traineeship
$290.40
15-24 years old: $400.00

25 years & above: $980.10
$3,500.00
SIR40116
Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy
New Entrant Traineeship
$470.45
$1,576.25
$4,000.00
Existing Worker Traineeship
N/A
$2,808.15
$4,000.00
SIR30216
Certificate III in Retail
New Entrant Traineeship
$187.20
15-24 years old: $400.00

25 years & above: $631.80
$3,000.00
BSB40120
Certificate IV in Business
Priority Industry Training, Work Readiness Program, Traineeship
$261.60
15-24 years old: $400.00

25 years & above: $882.90
$4,000.00
CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support
Work Readiness Program, Fee Free
$0
$0
$3,500.00
CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Work Readiness Program, Fee Free
$0
$0
$3,500.00
BSB30120
Certificate III in Business
Traineeship
$417.10
$1,397.50
$3,000.00
BSB50420
Diploma of Leadership and Management
Traineeship
$3,560.85
$3,560.85
$4,500.00
CHC40221
Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
Priority Industry Training, Work Readiness Program, Fee Free
$0
$0
$4,000
SIRSS00030
Statement of Attainment at Certificate III Level Introduction to Community Pharmacy
Work Readiness Program
$0
$0
$2000

The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student service and resource fees.

Nominal hours are not hours of training or instruction. They are used to determine course fees and subsidy levels to reflect the cost to deliver quality training. Course fees may vary depending on the elective unit election.

Concession and annual course fee caps may also apply to some courses. Fee caps apply to some tuition fees only. Note: Proof of eligibility for concession must be demonstrated prior to the commencement of the unit. If the concession is valid for the full enrolment period, then all eligible units commenced within that period attract the concession rate. If the concession is valid for part of the enrolment period, then only eligible units commenced prior to the expiry of the concession attract the concession rate.

The maximum course fee for non-concession students undertaking a targeted fee relief course in 2025 is $1,200 (excluding resource fees).

For concession students and youth (under 25), the maximum course fee for undertaking a targeted fee relief course in 2025 is $400 (excluding resource fees). These maximums apply per course in 2025.

Fee caps for secondary school-aged persons not enrolled at school.

For secondary school-aged persons not enrolled at school, the maximum course fee chargeable in 2025 is $420. (Excluding resource fees).

Payment plans are available.

In certain circumstances, a student may apply for a severe financial hardship fee waiver. A formal application is required along with supporting evidence.

Eligibility for Government Funded Training

You are eligible for a subsidised training place if you have left school, your primary place of residence is in Western Australia and you are:

  • an Australian citizen: or
  • holders of a sub-class 300, 309, 444, 445, 461, 785, 790, or 820 visa;
  • secondary holders of a temporary visa of sub-class 188, 457, 482, 489, 491 or 494 visa;
  • holders of a Bridging Visa E (subclasses 050 and 051) where the visa holder has made a valid application for a visa of subclass 785 or 790;
  • Ukraine citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449 or 786;
  • Afghan citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449; and
  • holders of a bridging visa who are eligible to work, and who have made a valid application for a subclass 866.

Concessional Rate Eligibility

Eligibility for the concession rate on course fees is determined at the time of enrolment.

The following students are entitled to the concession rate on course fees.

  • Persons and dependants of persons holding a Pensioner Concession Card;
    • a Repatriation Health Benefits Card issued by the Department of Veterans’Affairs; or
    • a Health Care Card.
  • Persons and dependants of persons in receipt of services from the followingCommonwealth support or employment services programs
    • Workforce Australia; or
    • ParentsNext.
  • Persons and dependants of persons in receipt of AUSTUDY or ABSTUDY.
  • Persons and dependants of persons in receipt of the Youth Allowance.
  • Persons and dependants of persons who are inmates of a custodial
    institution. 
  • Secondary school-aged persons, not enrolled at school

How do you enrol into a Jobs & Skills WA program with Gateway?

Contact Gateway for more information and to start your application to enrol.

 
Funded places are subject to availability and student eligibility.

1300 881 932

info@gateway.edu.au

1300 881 932

info@gateway.edu.au

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