Train for Free

Train for Free through PPP

Get the skills you need to get into the workforce with a range of free courses for eligible individuals in 2012.

If you live in the ACT, are working less than 15 hours per week and not currently studying, you may be eligible to train for free under the ACT Government's Productivity Places Program (PPP).

Specific courses have been selected for funding in industries that are currently in demand in the ACT. This means employment opportunities are plentiful for people with the right skills.

You could study any of the following courses free of charge, starting straight away for semester one, 2012.

Who is eligible to apply?

To be classified as a 'job seeker' you need to fit into one of the following categories:

• not currently working and seeking or intending to seek paid employment or self-employment after completing the qualification; or
• registered with a Job Services Australia (JSA) provider (including disability employment services providers). This registration is available to people who are working less than 15 hours per week; or
• an income support recipient who is not currently required to meet an activity test or participation requirements; or
• a participant in the Community Development Employment Projects scheme; or
• a participant in the Australian Government's Access Program; or
• not working and is participating in volunteering activities.

In accordance with the Council of Australian Governments' Compact with Young Australians, 15 to 19 year old job seekers working for up to 15 hours per week are eligible for Job Seeker training places under PPP.

When can I start and finish my training?

Training can start as soon as CIT can determine your eligibility and your course timetable is finalised. All training must start before 29 June 2012 and complete by 30 May 2014.

Interested or want more information?

If you have enquiries about PPP, please email infoline@cit.edu.au or call CIT on (02) 6207 3188.

This information is current as at 17 February 2012. Due to limited places, some of these places may have filled. The Productivity Places Program (PPP) is a joint initiative of the Australian and ACT Governments.