There has never been a better time to get into training!
FEE FREE
Exciting news for 2024!
Selected full qualifications will be 100% course fee-free and all Job Ready short course skill sets will be fully fee-free from 1 January 2024! And in even better news, the eligibility criteria for this free training is being expanded so that more people living in Western Australia can access the free courses.
This free training will focus on priority industry areas to help build WA's skilled workforce, support our employers and businesses, and create employment and career opportunities for all Western Australians.
FEE FREE courses available here!
Please note that some eligibility criteria will apply for FEE FREE training, and other fees may apply for the FEE FREE qualifications.
Frequently asked questions
Please visit the Jobs and Skills WA Frequently Asked Questions(opens in a new tab) for further details.
There has never been a better time to get into training!
Whether you are looking for a job, thinking about a career change, or upskilling for your own development, now is the time to get skills ready!
We’re making training affordable and accessible so you can boost your skills and be job ready.
How about a free training course — yes... free! You can also choose from up to 60 qualifications here at North Regional TAFE with course fees slashed by half or more, or new skill sets — fast track training to get you job ready. Select one of the options below to find out more.
This program is funded by JobTrainer - a joint initiative of the Western Australian and Commonwealth Governments.
Lower fees, local skills - course fees slashed!
How would you like to get a nationally recognised and accredited qualification but pay only half-price course fees? From tourism and hospitality to commercial cookery, aged care to automotive and engineering, business and IT, healthcare and childhood education, 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!
What qualifications have course fees slashed right now?
We currently have up to 60 Lower fees, local skills qualifications with course fees slashed by half price — some by up to 72 per cent!
Look for this half price icon on the course list, to see qualifications that currently have their course fees slashed.
The annual fees cap applies for all of the Lower fees, local skills qualifications. This means that regardless of how much your course fees actually are, you will not pay more than a set total amount per qualification or course per year. The fees cap is set at $400 for eligible concession students, and $1,200 for non-concession students.
The following people will be entitled to a concession rate course fees cap of $400.
- Persons aged 15—24 years at the time of enrolment (excluding students enrolled at school)
- Persons and dependents of persons in receipt of services from one of the following Commonwealth support or employment services programs:
- Jobactive
- Online Employment Services
- ParentsNext
- Persons and dependents of persons receiving the Youth Allowance, AUSTUDY or ABSTUDY
- Persons and dependents of persons holding:
- a pensioner concession card or Health Care Card; or
- a Repatriation Health Benefits Card issued by the Department of Veterans' Affairs
- Dependents of persons who are inmates of a custodial institution
Please note that only course fees are half price for the Lower fees, local skills qualifications. You may be required to pay other fees that apply to your course. Please check out our FAQs at the bottom of the page or speak to our client services team.
Get free Skills Ready training
We have worked closely with WA industries, businesses and employers to find out the types of skills needed right now and for future jobs. Free skill sets developed from nationally recognised vocational training are now available at North Regional TAFE — some are also available online. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to fast track your training and get skills ready!
The free training focuses on the following two options:
- Infection control skill sets to get you skills ready and job ready for COVID-19 safe workplace requirements — free for everyone
- Skill sets to get you skills ready for current job opportunities as WA's economy recovers — some are free for everyone, and others are free for eligible students including displaced workers, concession students and youth up to 25 not at school.
Free infection control skill sets
Fast track your skills with our free infection control skill sets to get you job ready - 100% free for everyone!
These infection control skill sets have been developed specifically to get you job ready to safely manage infection control in the workplace. They match up with the skills employers are looking for, to support WA businesses in key areas such as aged care, disability support, retail, hospitality, transport and logistics.
The skill sets contain selected units of competency from nationally accredited and recognised vocational qualifications that target specific skill areas.
Job ready skill sets
Not all jobs need a full qualification, and maybe you don't either — skill sets are the perfect solution. Skill sets can help you get ready for your first job, or re-skill quickly for jobs that are available as WA's economy recovers.
These new job ready skill sets have been developed in consultation with businesses and employers to deliver fast track training that will get you skills ready for jobs in areas including hospitality, health care, retail, business, cyber security, agriculture and construction.. and many more.
Our job ready skill sets are 100% free for the below eligible students. Fees apply for non-eligible students. All enquiries regarding eligibility for free courses should be made directly to our Client Services Team.
Eligible students
- Persons aged 15—24 years at the time of enrolment (excluding students enrolled at school)
- Persons receiving JobSeeker payment
- Persons and dependents of persons receiving the Youth Allowance, AUSTUDY or ABSTUDY
- Persons and dependents of persons holding:
- a pensioner concession card or Health Care Card; or
- a Repatriation Health Benefits Card issued by the Department of Veterans' Affairs
- Dependents of persons who are inmates of a custodial institution
Digital Literacy Skill Set
State ID AE820This skill set is crafted for individuals aiming to fulfil competency standards in a diverse array of digital literacy skills, encompassing essential areas such as basic computing, effective web searching, and proficiency in fundamental application software.
- Broome Campus
- Halls Creek Campus
- Karratha Campus
- Minurmarghali Mia Campus
- Tom Price Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
Dogging Skill Set
State ID IAA25The Dogging Skill Set is a 5 day course comprised of theory and practical activities where you will learn how to facilitate lifting equipment and materials through a crane. The skills learn on this course will allow you to successfully move, position and relocate materials ranging in size...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
National ID CHC30121 | State ID BGY3This course is the nationally regulated entry-level qualification for educators who wish to support the development and wellbeing of children from birth to school age in an early childhood education and care setting. You will learn how to implement the National...
- Broome Campus
- Derby Campus
- Fitzroy Crossing Campus
- Halls Creek Campus
- Karratha Campus
- Minurmarghali Mia Campus
- Newman Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
- Tom Price Campus
- Wyndham Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
- Online
- Traineeship
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
National ID CHC50121 | State ID BGY6This qualification elevates your skills in the early childhood education and care sector, with a focus on leadership and support. Throughout this course, you will learn how to support and lead children’s learning and...
Study Modes
- Off campus
- On campus
- Online
- Traineeship
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
National ID UEE22020 | State ID BFP1In UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology, students embark on a specialised journey tailored for school students. In this Qualification, they will gain essential skills in mathematics, physics, and practical electrical knowledge, preparing them for entry-level roles in this high-demand...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
National ID UEE30820 | State ID BFN0Apprentices will learn through a combination of employment and block training at North Regional TAFE.
This qualification provides competencies to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in...
- Karratha Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
Elevated Work Platform Skill Set
State ID IAA27Undertaking theory and practical activities, participants will be guided through the operation of an EWP, ensuring:
- hazards and risk elimination/control strategies
- conduct routine checks
- set up an elevating work platform
- operate an elevating work platform in...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
Certificate IV in Engineering
National ID MEM40119 | State ID BEJ8Take your engineering career to the next level.
Are you a qualified tradesperson or in the final stage of your apprenticeship? Are you looking to advance your career in the engineering industry?...
Study Modes
- Traineeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
National ID MEM31922 | State ID AE16Apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job learning and block training at North Regional TAFE.
Participants will learn how to perform some of the following tasks:
- Engineering measurements and computations
- Mechanical cutting
- ...
- Broome Campus
- Karratha Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician
National ID MEM31219 | State ID BEK1Apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job employment and block training at North Regional TAFE.
Participants will learn how to perform some of the following tasks:
- Terminate and test electrical wiring
- Select appropriate cabling and circuit protection...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship