Vocational courses in Australia, called VET (Vocational Education and Training), are training courses offered by accredited Australian educational bodies. They have strong practical content and are oriented to train you for a specific profession. VET courses are the best choice for those who want to find a job in Australia in specific professional sectors. In fact, a VET course, in addition to teaching a “trade” in a practical way, issues you with upon completion. Many jobs around Australia require a level of further education to be considered for the role.
VET courses at the certificate IV, diploma and advanced diploma level can provide students with a pathway into the higher education sector. In addition to helping students meet entry requirements, VET courses can also provide credit towards some higher education courses. For example, students who graduate with a diploma may receive up to two or three semesters of credit towards a related bachelor degree
The International Institute of Business and Information Technology (also known as IIBIT) is one of Australia's most progressive tertiary education provider. IIBIT provides a range of high quality career oriented courses from a Diploma to Advanced Diploma levels in Management, Marketing and Accounting.
IIBIT is located in Sydney and Adelaide Central Business Division (CBD) surrounded by an ample array of shops, cafes and restaurants, it is easily accessible by public transport. As a part of the ITP Education Group, IIBIT's commitment to excellence in education and training ensure those individuals are provided the best possible opportunity to acquire a well-rounded practical learning experience enabling them to reach their full potential in their chosen field of endeavour.
IIBIT offers the following type of qualifications:
In addition, IIBIT offers government subsidised courses enabling students to study at a reduced cost. Government subsidised training means that, if you are eligible and there is a subsidised place available, the government will pay a part of the student fee on your behalf, with you paying the balance.
Fully subsidised training applies to students who meet the access and eligibility criteria to enrol into these qualifications. Only those who meet the Smart and Skilled requirements for enrolment will incur no student fees, however there may be additional costs related to enrolment.
If you live or work in NSW, you may be eligible for Smart and Skilled funding. We can provide you with information regarding eligibility.
Smart and Skilled is a reform of the NSW Vocational Education and Training (VET) system. It’s helping people in NSW get the skills they need to find a job and advance their careers.
Under Smart and Skilled the NSW Government contributes to the cost of each course with the student paying the balance. You can determine your eligibility for Smart and Skilled training in the Eligibility Checker –https://smartandskilled.nsw.gov.au/are-you-eligible
To be eligible for Smart and Skilled funding at the time of enrolment in an approved qualification you must:
AND BE:
AND:
Students with disabilities, students who receive Australian Government benefits or allowances and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students may qualify for additional fee exemptions or concessions.
Qualification Name | National Code |
Diploma of Counselling | CHC51015 |
Diploma of Leadership and Management | BSB50420 |
Diploma of Logistics | TLI50219 |
National Training Solutions can assist you with the enrolment and the application process.
To apply for NSW Smart and Skilled subsidies with National Training Solutions simply contact us and we can send you the forms required along with ‘how to complete’ information.
Some information you will need prior to completing the application forms is a Unique Student Identifier (USI). Everyone undertaking nationally-recognised vocational training in Australia needs a USI. It enables students to access their training records and results. If you don’t have one you can get one easily by going to the www.usi.gov.au
You’ll also need to provide a proof of identity/residency documents such as your passport, citizenship certificate, drivers licence or Medicare card as well as complete a form to consent to the use and disclosure of personal information.
What is WorkReady?
WorkReady is a South Australian government initiative that brings together funding for training, employment and skills activities. WorkReady is about targeting training and employment opportunities to the needs of people, strategic industries and regions. Individuals need to meet course entry requirements and verify their eligibility for enrolment before being enrolled in a government subsidised training place.
For more information on WorkReady, please visit the Government of South Australia Department of Industry and Skills website here at www.skills.sa.gov.au
You may be eligible for a government subsidised training place if you either live or work in South Australia, and you are:
You also need to be one of the following:
Eligible individuals may be able to access:
Check your eligibility by click here, and to view details on the Subsidised Training List, please click here.
Students who hold any of the following concession cards at the time of their enrolment may be eligible to for a concession fee:
Please note: Proof of eligibility for concession must be demonstrated at the time of enrolment. 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 following are WorkReady subsided qualifications for eligible participants.
Qualification name | National code |
Certificate III in Individual Support | CHC33015 |
Diploma of Counselling | CHC51015 |
Diploma of Leadership and Management | BSB50420 |
Diploma of Logistics | TLI50219 |