Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s
Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s covers the cost of your training when you choose an eligible construction-related apprenticeship and study with TAFE Queensland or CQUniversity.
Other free training programs include:
| Apprenticeship | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Appliance Servicing | Certificate III in Appliance Service |
| Bricklayer | Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying |
| Cabinet Making | Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology |
| Carpenter | Certificate III in Carpentry |
| Data and Voice Communications | Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications |
| Electrical Fitter | Certificate III in Electrical Fitting |
| Electrician | Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician |
| Electrician/Electronic Instrument Tradesperson (Dual Apprenticeship) | Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician & Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control |
| Electronic Instrument Tradesperson | Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control |
| Electronics and Communications Tradesperson | Certificate III in Electronics and Communications |
| Floor Technology | Certificate III in Flooring Technology |
| Gas Fitter | Certificate III in Gas Fitting |
| Glass and Glazing | Certificate III in Glass and Glazing |
| Joiner | Certificate III in Joinery |
| Landscape Tradesperson | Certificate III in Landscape Construction |
| Painter and Decorator | Certificate III in Painting and Decorating |
| Plastering (Wall and Ceiling Lining) | Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining) |
| Plumber | Certificate III in Plumbing |
| Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Mechanic | Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration |
| Roof Plumber | Certificate III in Roof Plumbing |
| Roof Tiler | Certificate III in Roof Tiling |
| Security Systems Tradesperson | Certificate III in Security Equipment |
| Shopfitter | Certificate III in Shopfitting |
| Signwriter | Certificate III in Signs and Graphics |
| Solid Plasterer | Certificate III in Solid Plastering |
| Stonemason | Certificate III in Stonemasonry |
| Tiler | Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling |
| Waterproofer | Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing |
| Wood Machining | Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology |
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must:
- have commenced your apprenticeship between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2026
- be currently employed as a Queensland apprentice (under a training contract) in an eligible construction-related apprenticeship qualification
- be aged 25 years or older when you commence your apprenticeship.
If you want to start training under Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s, follow our steps to get started in an apprenticeship or traineeship.
You'll continue to receive funding until you complete your apprenticeship, even if you complete after 30 June 2026.
Recommencing an apprenticeship or traineeship
If you have a cancelled apprenticeship and wish to recommence, you may be eligible for Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s, if you recommence after 1 July 2024 and before 30 June 2026.
Government-approved training providers
Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s is only available at:
- TAFE Queensland – phone 1300 308 233
- CQUniversity – phone 13 27 86
What does 'free' mean
'Free' means we will cover the cost of training, so you or your employer don't have to pay course fees. However, you might have to pay related costs, such as uniforms, resources or travel to and from your training provider.
A travel and accommodation subsidy is available to eligible apprentices and trainees who are required to travel at least 100kms return to attend the off-the-job training for the apprenticeship or traineeship.
The Homes for Queensland Plan allocated $10 million over 4 years for the Construction Workforce Fund (CWF). As part of the CWF, the Queensland Government announced the $4 million Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s program to support at least 2,250 adults, including career changers and people returning to the workforce, into construction apprenticeships by making high priority construction apprenticeship courses free, further assisting employers to attract and retain more workers in the sector.
Contact
- Phone: 1800 210 210
- Email: apprenticeshipsinfo@qld.gov.au.
Related information
- Learn more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
- How to start an apprenticeship or traineeship.
- Find out about other free and reduced-cost training.