CSQ subsidises training costs to support workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry. Take a look below at how each of the CSQ funding models work and what courses you can do.
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ)
CSQ subsidises training costs to support workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry.
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Higher Level Skils
About
The Higher Level Skills (HLS) program is targeted towards existing workings in the building and construction industry, looking to advance their career through further education. The HLS funding will contribute towards the fees of Certificate IV through to Advanced Diploma level training.*
This program is part of CSQ’s commitment to advancing the skills of the building and construction workforce.
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RII60615
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
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RII40715
Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision
The ability to perform tasks that involve a broad range of complex and non-routine activities is an in-demand skill in the civil construction industry across Australia. Local government councils, private contracting firms and the mining industry value leaders who know how to ensure the safety, efficiency and quality of work of others.
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RII50415
Diploma of Civil Construction Management
Eligibility
In order to access CSQ funding for the HLS Program you need to be:
- Currently working in the industry, or a construction worker who has been unemployed for less than 6 months
- Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a holder of a refugee or humanitarian visa
- Permanently reside in Queensland or be permanently employed in Queensland
and must not be:
- currently enrolled and participating in a school program; or
- contracted trainers and assessors or existing workers of any RTO; or
- already funded by an Authority or other such source for delivery of the same training being undertaken as part of this program; or
- previously been funded under this program in the same program period; or
- enrolled in a course they have previously completed.
Skills Assessment & Gap Training
About
The Skills Assessment & Gap Training Program (SAGT) is an initiative of CSQ giving existing workers – or return to worker personnel – in the building and construction industry a chance to turn their experience into a formal qualification.
SAGT process will identify skills that you already have and provide the gap training you need to achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
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RII30915
Certificate III in Civil Construction (General)
Skilled operators in road construction and maintenance are in high demand throughout Australia in government councils, private contracting firms and the resources sector.
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RII30815
Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
killed plant operators in the civil construction industry are in high demand across Australia in local government councils, private contracting firms and the mining industry.
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CPC30211
Certificate III in Carpentry
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CPC31411
Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
Diversify your revenue stream with a dual trade in wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial construction work.
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AHC30916
Certificate III in Landscape Construction
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CPC30611
Certificate III in Painting & Decorating
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CPC31311
Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling
Be admired for your workmanship in this respected trade by learning to lay modern ceramic, clay, slate, marble, glass and other types of tiles on external and internal walls and floors, in a flourishing building industry.
Eligibility
In order to access CSQ SAGT Funding you need to be:
- already working in the construction industry.
- already across the majority of skills necessary to operate as a skilled worker but don’t yet hold a qualification.
- keen to turn experience into a formal qualification.
FAQ
Once the contribution fee is paid, enrolment paperwork completed and you’ve been approved for CSQ funding:
- Skills Assessment will be undertaken
- At least 80% of the qualification competencies must fall under Recognition of Prior Learning. This includes up to 50% credit transfer from completed competencies.*
- Gap training will be provided for the remaining 20% of skills
*Please note: Eligibility for funding may be affected if less than 80% of the qualification cannot be demonstrated through recognition of prior learning.
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) is an independent (non-government) industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry.
Short Courses
About
The CSQ Short courses funding assists in upskilling and cross-skilling existing workers in the building and construction industry. Whether you are looking to learn new skills or update your existing knowledge, our short course offerings could be for you.
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SHORT COURSE
Articulated Haul Truck
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SHORT COURSE
Backhoe
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SHORT COURSE
Excavator
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SHORT COURSE
Grader
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SHORT COURSE
Rigid Haul Truck
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SHORT COURSE
Roller Operations
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SHORT COURSE
Scraper
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SHORT COURSE
Skid Steer
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SHORT COURSE
Tracked Front End Loader
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SHORT COURSE
Water Truck
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SHORT COURSE
Wheeled Front End Loader
Eligibility
In order to access CSQ Short Course Funding you need to be:
- already working in the construction industry
- seeking to increase your knowledge in a specific area
- have perhaps been asked by your boss to complete additional training
FAQ
You can undertake up-to three civil short courses. If you are undertaking the general short courses, you can complete up-to eight.
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) is an independent (non-government) industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry.