Support is available for eligible registered training organisations (RTOs) to employ people who will complete a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
This initiative aims to build a strong pipeline of vocational education and training (VET) teachers to train the skilled workers Queensland needs.
The support comes in 2 forms:
- eligible RTOs can get funding to employ people referred to as trainees, who will complete a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122).
- trainees can receive scholarship payments when they reach key stages in their training.
Timing
Applications are now open until 30 December 2027, or until funding is used up.
Eligibility
Your organisation must:
- be a Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) approved to deliver training and assessment services in Queensland
- demonstrate the capacity to provide on-the-job support, mentoring and supervision for trainees
- work with TAFE Queensland or CQUniversity to deliver the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)
- commit to ongoing employment for the trainee after they complete their traineeship.
Priority will be given to smaller training organisations and those delivering training in areas experiencing skills shortages.
Read the funding guidelines for:
- details on eligibility
- application requirements
- funding arrangements
- trainee support before applying.
Apply now to employ a trainee
Registered training organisations that are not Skills Assure Suppliers may be considered on a case-by-case basis. To be considered, submit a business case to TAESupportRTO@dtet.qld.gov.au.
Help to find and recruit suitable trainees
The Recruitment Facilitator team can help RTOs find and attract trainers and assessors.
The team:
- supports people interested in a career in training
- answers questions about qualifications and career pathways
- connects suitable people with job opportunities.
By connecting with people who have relevant industry experience, the team helps:
- find skilled trainers and assessors
- RTOs build their workforce.
If you would like help finding trainees, please email tafeteacher@dtet.qld.gov.au.
General enquiries
For general enquiries, including eligibility requirements and the application process, please contact the TAE Support team at taesupportrto@dtet.qld.gov.au.
This activity forms part of Measures to Strengthen the VET workforce, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and Queensland Government.
Last updated 18 September 2026
