Training and Resources

Civil Job Ready Program – Launceston
TasTAFE Alanvale Campus | 17–29 November 2025

A two-week course providing hands-on training and qualifications to kickstart your career in the civil construction industry. Training runs 9am–2:30pm daily.

For more details or to apply, visit ccftas.com.au/civil-job-ready or contact Tameka Page on 0476 233 004 / tameka.page@ccftas.com.au.

Are you a business with under 25 employees? The TCCI are able to assist for free with business advice including workplace documentation.

TasTAFE offers nationally recognised training across a wide range of industries, including Business, Community Services, Trades, and Hospitality. With a focus on practical, real-world learning, TasTAFE equips you with the skills, experience, and qualifications employers are looking for — with Fee-Free TAFE options available to help you get started.

Find out more at tastafe.tas.edu.au or call 1300 655 307.

Wellways offers free mental health and wellbeing support to individuals, families, and communities. Their services focus on recovery, inclusion, and connection helping people navigate mental health challenges and build meaningful lives.

Call Wellways Helpline on 1300 111 500 (Monday to Friday, 9am–9pm AEST) or visit wellways.org for more information and resources.

headspace provides free, confidential support for young people aged 12–25. Services include mental health, physical health, alcohol and drug support, and work and study assistance. Headspace is a safe place to talk, get advice, and find the help you need.

Learn more at headspace.org.au or call 1800 650 890.

CatholicCare provides support for individuals, families, and communities through services such as counselling, family support, housing assistance, and community programs. Their goal is to help people build resilience, wellbeing, and strong connections.

Learn more at catholiccaretas.org.au or call 1800 819 447.

Attention all L-Platers!

The Wheels4Work Learner Driver Mentor Program can help you get your logbook hours if you don’t have a supervisor or a car. They provide a free car and a volunteer supervisor to support you on the way to your P’s.

Outreach is available in Beaconsfield, Deloraine, and George Town.

For more information, contact Rick Mansfield on 0459 591 567 or email w4w.outreach@ravenswoodnh.org.

SRTA offers nationally accredited training across a range of industries, including First Aid, Construction and Workplace Safety. Their practical, hands-on courses are designed to give you the skills and qualifications needed for work and compliance.

Find out more at srta.com.au or call (03) 6334 4910.

The University of Tasmania (UTAS) offers a diverse range of nationally recognised courses across areas such as Health, Education, Business, Science, and the Arts. With a strong focus on hands-on learning, research, and real-world experience, UTAS helps you build the knowledge and skills to thrive in your chosen career.

Find out more at utas.edu.au or call 1300 363 864.

ANZ Saver Plus Program – Get up to $500 for education costs.
Save for 10 months and ANZ will match your savings up to $500.

Eligibility:
• 18 years or older
• Have a Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card
• Regular income (you or your partner)
• Studying yourself or have a child at school (or starting next year)
• Attend free online financial education workshops

Find out more at saverplus.org.au or call 1300 610 355.

Lifeline provides free, 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to cope, trained counsellors are available anytime to listen and provide support.

Call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.

Avidity has an opportunity for you to complete the Cert III in Individual support in Launceston. Fully funded course with a combination of 1 day in classroom and online learning. Course time frame is 17 weeks with 120 hours logbook evidence in the workplace. To register your interest please email admin@avidity.com.au

Libraries Tasmania offers free access to books, eBooks, audiobooks, research support, digital programs, and events across 46 locations statewide. They also provide online resources and a Home Library Service for those who need it.

Call 1800 808 303 or visit libraries.tas.gov.au.

Care2Serve provides free, confidential support for people who care for family or friends with disability, mental illness, chronic conditions, or who are frail or aged. They offer counselling, carer support plans, respite, and referrals to help carers manage their wellbeing.

Call 1800 422 737 (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm) or visit care2serve.com.au.

Anglicare offers a wide range of support services across Tasmania, including help with housing, financial counselling, mental health, family support, and community programs. Their team is here to provide care, guidance, and practical assistance when you need it most.

Find out more at anglicare-tas.org.au or call 1800 243 232.

The Migrant Resource Centre supports migrants, refugees, and multicultural communities across Tasmania. Services include settlement support, employment assistance, language and cultural programs, youth and family support, and community connection activities.

Find out more at mrctas.org.au or call (03) 6221 0999.