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SA - South Australia Funding Fact Sheet

SA - South Australia Funding Fact Sheet

Funding Details

Strategix Training Group is an approved supplier for courses offered on the Subsidised Training List, and can access funding to assist students in completing courses. The funding is offered by the South Australian Government.

In this document, you will be provided with all relevant details and information about the course/s and the funding that may apply to those who are eligible and approved. You will receive both a tentative enrolment email and a confirmation of enrolment email that will provide you with the specific times, locations and requirements for your enrolment.

For independent information please access the department's Skills website.

Eligibility

Training Priority Projects: Fee Free TAFE - Tranche 2 First Nations

You may be eligible for Fee Free training if you meet all of the following criteria:

  • Identify as a First Nations person

  • Must be a new student to the course (does not need to be new to the training provider)

  • Reside or work in South Australia

and

  • Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen; or

  • Be a permanent Australian residents; or

  • Hold a State sponsored visa on a pathway to permanent residency; or

  • Hold a humanitarian temporary visa of a class specified by the Minister from time to time; and

  • An eligible visa holder (See Eligible visas).

  • Be aged 16 years or over, not enrolled in school.

  • Must be enrolled and have training accounts created before 31st March 2025 in any of the qualifications below:

    • CHC40421 - Certificate IV in Youth Work

    • CHC33021 - Certificate lll in Individual Support

    • CHC30121 Certificate lll in Early Childhood Education and Care

    • CHCSS00131 - Individual Support - Disability Skill Set

    • FBP30121 - Certificate lll in Food Processing

    • CHC32015 - Certificate lll in Community Services

Note: Limited spaces are available for enrolments up until 31 December 2026

Fees and Charges

Refund Policy

Course Details

This information is provided to support prospective students in making an informed decision about their course of enrolment and to ensure they understand what is required to successfully complete the course and transition into employment. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review these details and consider their ability to meet the training, placement, and workplace requirements prior to enrolment.

Qualification

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Qualification

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Duration

24 weeks

Vocational Placement

160 hours

Industry Requirements

Students are required to obtain the following clearances to participate in Vocational Placement and work in the industry:

  • Police check (site specific)

  • First Aid Certificate

  • DCSI background check for Working with Children

  • RRHAN-EC Training

Employer Expectations

May include but is not limited to:

  • Interact positively and respectfully with children

  • Communicate effectively with families and team members

  • Support routines and follow centre policies

  • Maintain hygiene and safety in play areas

Physical Requirements

Workers in this industry are often required to do the following tasks:

  • Walking and moving between community locations or homes

  • Supporting clients with mobility or access needs

  • Lifting or transporting equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, activity kits)

  • Standing during group facilitation or outreach work

  • Repetitive documentation or computer tasks (e.g., case notes)

Qualification

FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing

Qualification

FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing

Duration

10 weeks

Vocational Placement

Not required

Industry Requirements

Employment in this industry may require:

  • High Vis clothing and PPE such as steel cap boots, gloves, vest, hair net etc.. Some workplaces will supply these for you

  • Physical fitness test

  • Drug and alcohol testing

Employer Expectations

May include but is not limited to:

  • Follow food safety and hygiene standards

  • Work efficiently in repetitive tasks

  • Be dependable with time and attendance

  • Accept and apply feedback quickly

Physical Requirements

A role working in this industry may include the following physical activities:

  • Standing for long periods on production lines

  • Repetitive manual handling and machine operation

  • Lifting bags or containers of ingredients or products

  • Operating and cleaning food processing equipment

  • Working in cold, hot, or noisy environments