Get a nationally recognised and accredited qualification but pay only half-price course fees!
From tourism and hospitality to civil construction, cyber security to commercial cookery, aged care to engineering, electrical to heavy vehicle mechanical technology — to name just a few — there really is something here for everyone under the Lower fees, local skills program, and this is where the jobs are!
These qualifications are matched up with the skills employers are looking for, so you'll be job ready.
Annual fee caps
The annual fees cap on Lower fees, local skills qualifications means that regardless of how much course fees are, you will not pay more than a set total amount per qualification or course per calendar year. The annual fees cap is set at $400 for eligible concession students, and $1,200 for non-concession students, plus resource fees.
Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Integrated Rating)
National ID MAR30220 | State ID BFW1An entry-level qualification to equip new entrants into the maritime industry with practical skills and knowledge in general shipboard operations.
- Fremantle
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal)
National ID MAR40220 | State ID BFV6This qualification enables you to become a marine engine driver (motor) as per the National Standards for Commercial Vessels (NSCV).
- Fremantle
Study Modes
- On Campus
Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited)
National ID MAR60220 | State ID BFW9Become a fully-qualified master, chief mate or deck watchkeeper on ships of any gross tonnage in any operating area.
- Fremantle
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Mobile Plant Equipment)
National ID AUR31220 | State ID AD83When you complete this course you'll be ready for a career in the exciting mobile plant industry.
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology
National ID AUR30820 | State ID BGA6Get geared up for a career in the motorcycle repair industry with this industry-relevant and highly competitive motorcycle mechanics course.
- Carlisle
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology
National ID AUR30720 | State ID BFZ1On completion of this highly-competitive course you'll be ready for a rewarding career in the outdoor power industry.
- Carlisle
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
National ID CPC30620 | State ID BGE5Bring buildings to life with a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating and launch your certified trade career as a painter or decorator today.
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Plumbing
National ID CPC32420 | State ID BGC2Does your career pipe dream involve real pipes? Complete this certificate and become a plumber or gasfitter (tradesperson).
- Rockingham
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate II in Plumbing (Plumbing Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID 52887WA | State ID AC56Get the foundational skills to become a plumbing apprentice on completion of this course.
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
National ID PMA30120 | State ID BGB2A technical qualification for advanced operators and operations technicians who use production equipment to directly produce product.
- Munster
Study Modes
- Traineeship