Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Short Courses

Short Courses

The CSQ Short Courses Program provides funding for a number of competencies and skill sets for existing workers wanting to update their skills and knowledge in specific areas. Short courses available at Asset College for eligible participants under the CSQ funding include:

• CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
• HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
• RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
• UETTDRRF06B Perform rescue from a live LV panel
• WHSQHSRNCB01 Workplace health and safety representative (WHSQ short course – non-accredited)

Please note that there are differences in available qualifications based on the stream of CSQ funding you are eligible for. Please view Student Contribution Fees for more information.

Eligibility Criteria

Available Regions: Central, Darling Downs – Toowoomba, Far North, Gold Coast, Greater Brisbane, Mackay Whitsundays, Northern, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay

To be eligible to access Construction Skills QLD (CSQ) Civil Construction, General Construction and Apprenticeship Advance Plus programs participants must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen; or a permanent resident of Australia; or a refugee or humanitarian visa holder
• permanently reside or be employed in QLD
• An existing, eligible or unemployed worker in the Building and Construction Industry

For Apprentice Advance Plus funding you must also be:

• a current active Apprentice or Trainee in Queensland undertaking a Recognised Apprenticeship or Traineeship, who is in the 3rd or 4th year of their Apprenticeship or Traineeship; or
• an Existing Worker or Unemployed Eligible Worker in the first year out of their Recognised Apprenticeship or Traineeship who must commence training within 365 days of the completion date in DELTA; or
• a cancelled Apprentice or Trainee who was in their 3rd or 4th year undertaking a Recognised Apprenticeship or Traineeship that has been cancelled and they are currently accessing State Government funding to complete their institution-based training; or
• a current active Apprentice or Trainee in Queensland undertaking a Recognised Apprenticeship or Traineeship, who is in the 3rd or 4th year of their Apprenticeship or Traineeship who is working on a Major Project; or
• an Existing Worker in the first year out of their Recognised Apprenticeship or Traineeship who must commence training within 365 days of the completion date in DELTA who is working on a Major Project.

The following are Recognised Apprenticeships/Traineeships under this program:

For further definitions on the eligibility criteria please visit csq.org.au

1. Review the course information and Contact Us if you require any clarification regarding the course content, inclusions, outcomes, policies and procedures, entry requirements, attendance requirements or pathways.
2. Submit your application online or in person at one of Asset College’s QLD offices.
   1. Online Application Form
   2. Complete Eligibility Declaration (sign and attach to application)
   3. Complete Enrolment Form (sign and attach to application)
3. Pay your co-contribution fee.
4. Your application will be assessed by Asset College’s Compliance Team and you will receive a written response usually within 3 – 5 days.
5. Receive your booking confirmation and course details.

The Queensland Government subsidises the cost of undertaking an approved Qualification however all participants will be required to contribute a co-contribution fee.

Short Courses General Construction

Apprenticeship Advance Plus – short courses

Short Courses – Civil Construction

Details regarding our policies and procedures, including Student Support Services are available in our Student Handbook.

If you require assistance with accessing this information or require support, please Contact Us.

Applications are subject to approval by Asset College’s Head Office. Submitting a completed application does not guarantee approval of funding. Training cannot commence until you have received written confirmation of your application being approved.

1. Availability of funding is subject to change without notice at the discretion of the Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ).
2. Participants must provide additional information / feedback to Asset College within three months of completing their qualification.
3. Student co-contribution fees may vary depending on the Construction Skills Queensland funding contract that you are eligible for.
4. Applicants who are registered Job Seekers should consult their Job Active Provider prior to submitting an application. Your Job Active Provider may be able to provide additional support services and/or pay the student co-contribution fees for eligible applicants.
5. Additional terms and conditions will be outlined on the application forms and are subject to change.
6. Participants are required to submit and pay for their own industry licence applications (where applicable), these costs are not included in the student contribution fee or funding subsidy.
7. Students can only access the Construction Skills QLD funding through approved training providers (Pre-qualified Suppliers).
8. The amount of Subsidy provided will depend on the demand for skilled workers in the area of study.

Further information about Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Initiative is available at www.csq.org.au