A no cost, 10‑week Certificate I in Construction program delivered through Skilling Queenslanders for Work, providing hands‑on training, job‑ready skills and coordinated work experience in Acacia Ridge and Bracken Ridge.
A no cost, 9‑week Certificate II in Engineering Pathways program delivered through Skilling Queenslanders for Work, providing hands‑on training, job‑ready skills and coordinated work experience at Acacia Ridge.
A no cost, 11‑week Women in Construction program delivered through Shaping Futures, supporting eligible women aged 25+ to gain job‑ready skills, confidence and a Certificate II in Resources & Infrastructure in the Gladstone region.
Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs are available to eligible Queensland residents who are currently unemployed or under‑employed and need support to build skills and improve their employment opportunities.
You don’t need to be completely out of work. These programs generally support people who are unemployed or working limited hours and looking to move toward sustainable employment.
Eligibility varies depending on the specific Skilling Queenslanders for Work program. Some programs are designed for young people, while others support adults, including women returning to the workforce or people looking to reskill. Eligibility will be confirmed during the application process.
No previous qualifications or industry experience are required. Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs are designed to support participants at different starting points by providing practical training and job‑ready skills.
Yes. Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs delivered by MRAEL are offered at no cost to eligible participants, as they are funded by the Queensland Government.
Our team will talk with you about your goals, experience and circumstances to help identify the program that best suits your needs and eligibility.
To get started, register your interest in one of our Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs. Our team will be in touch to discuss eligibility and next steps.
