Smart and Skilled Program

Smart and Skilled Program NSW

Australian Pacific College is pleased to offer a selection of government-subsidised training under the Smart and Skilled Program in NSW. 

Start your new career today! Gain a new skill or qualification in high-demand industries!

What is Smart and Skilled? 

Smart and Skilled is a NSW Government program that helps people get qualifications in in-demand skills and industries. It’s a key part of the NSW vocational education and training system.  Smart and Skilled Program gives eligible students the following: 

• an entitlement to government-subsidised training up to and including Certificate III 
• government funding for higher-level courses (Certificate IV and above) in targeted priority areas. 

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for any of the funded places you must:

• Be an Australian citizen, a permanent Australian resident, a humanitarian visa holder or a New Zealand citizen; and
• Be aged 15 years or older (unless otherwise stated);
• Live or work in New South Wales.
  (Use the Skills Compare search to find a course and check your eligibility);
• No longer be at school or equivalent (excluding home school students ); and
• Provide Australian Pacific College with your USI at the time of enrolment
• Check the full eligibility criteria here 
• Smart and Skilled Student Eligibility Policy  

Under the Smart and Skilled program, the NSW Government subsidises training for students residing in specific regions of NSW.

Courses offered by APC under the Smart and Skilled Program: 

• CUA30720 Certificate III in Design Fundamentals
• CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design
• FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
• FNS60222 Advanced Diploma of Accounting
• MST20722 Certificate II in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles
• SIT50122 Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
• 10904NAT Diploma of Social Media Marketing

Click on the Course you are interested in to find out all the relevant information and apply today via the link below!

Please Note: APC has limited NSW Government funding for courses under the Smart and Skilled Program and positions will be allocated based on fund availability on a first-come, first-served basis.

How to Apply

1. Decide which course you would like to study
2. Submit your enquiry on the course page or
3. Book an appointment with our Consultant below!

If you would like more information about any of the APC courses please book a meeting with our Consultant to discuss your study options. 

If you are ready to apply, please click the below link to start your application.

Extra Resources and Information:

• For full course fees please see the relevant course page. If you would like further information, please book an appointment with our consultant.
• For information on how to access support and assistance during your Training please see our Student Hub Page
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) & Credit Transfer
• Cancellation, Withdrawal and Refund Policy
• Student Complaints and Appeal
• Access and Equity Policy
• Deferment, Suspension and Cancellation Policy

APC Smart & Skilled Information Video