Training support for First Nations people

To be connected with First Nations staff at the Department of Trade, Employment and Training who can provide specialised support, call 1300 369 935 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.45pm).

For First Nations counselling services, you can call 13YARN (13 92 76).

Aboriginal students and Torres Strait Islander students doing training in Queensland may be able to get help with study, travel and living costs through ABSTUDY.

Many courses are offered online. On this website, you can search for online courses.

If you're an apprentice or trainee and need to travel for your training, the Queensland Government offers a travel and accommodation allowance.

On this website you can search for courses (and associated jobs) related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and cultures.

Some training providers offer dedicated support to help First Nations students succeed.

For example, you can access:

• First Nations support officers or advisers
• programs and courses designed specifically for First Nations students
• scholarships and other kinds of financial help.

TAFE Queensland and CQUniversity both offer support for First Nations students.

Skilling Queenslanders for Work training projects help jobseekers gain skills, qualifications, experience and confidence for work. It's free to participate in this program.

Some projects are designed for First Nations people.

Find out more about Skilling Queenslanders for Work.

You can find more information and resources on the Queensland Government website.