Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funded Training Brisbane
Delivered by Queensland’s Leading ESI Training Organisation — Intuitive Training
CSQ Funded Courses Eligibility Criteria
An eligible worker under the Short Course Building Program is an employee or Self-employed worker, substantially engaged in the Queensland Building and Construction industry doing:
- Construction, significant renovations and extensions of residential and commercial buildings.
- Installation services for interiors of residential and commercial buildings in associated trades; electrical, plumbing and flooring etc.
- Works on a CSQ designated major project – Construction of infrastructure.
Apply for CSQ Funding in 3 Easy Steps
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Prepare your Evidence
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Pay Participant Fee
An eligible participant for this program must be:
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Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident; or
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A participant who has the right to work and study in Australia on a VISA and has been employed in the Building and Construction Industry for a period of 6 months or more and is
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An Eligible Worker in Queensland, or is
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An unemployed Eligible Worker who has been unemployed for a period not greater than 6 months in Qld.
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Self Employed and substantially engaged in the Queensland Building and Construction Industry
Applicants for CSQ funding Must not be:
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An employee of an Authority.
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Currently enrolled and participating in a Queensland secondary school program.
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A contracted trainer or assessor or existing worker of a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
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Funded by an Authority or such other source for delivery of the same training being undertaken as part of the CSQ program
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Funded for more than eight (8) short courses under this program (Building and/or Civil specific) in the same program period.
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Funded for more than three (3) High-Risk work units of competency (excluding asbestos units of competency) in the same program period.
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Seeking Verification of Competency (VOC)
Check Eligibility
Submit Application
Complete a quick eligibility check before starting the full application. Your results will be emailed to you.
Evidence of previous training courses attended under CSQ funding will be requested upon enrolment
Short Course Building Program
Short Course Civil Program
Industry Micro Credentials
Major Projects
Micro Credentials Available from 26th October
The CSQ Short Course Building Program provides focused training designed to develop specific skills and competencies that meet the needs of Queensland workers and construction businesses.
Participant requirements
Participants must meet the citizenship, permanent residency or eligible visa requirements that apply to the relevant 2026–27 CSQ program.
To be considered for funding, the participant must satisfy all applicable CSQ contract requirements
- Be an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
- Have a right to work in Australia on a valid visa and has been employed in the Qld building and construction industry for a period of (6) six months or more.
- Be an existing eligible worker in Qld
- Be employed or substantially engaged in the construction industry
- Have been unemployed for less than six months after previously working in a role that met the applicable CSQ definition of an eligible worker, subject to the requirements of the relevant program.
- Self employed and substantially engaged in the Qld building and Construction Industry
Available Courses:
- CPCCCM2021 Work Safely at heights.
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid.
- TLILIC0005 License to operate a boom-type elevating work
platform (boom length 11m or more). - TLID3035 Operate a boom type elevating work platform.
- UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations
codes and practices in the workplace. - UETDREL006 Working safely near live electrical apparatus
as a non-electrical worker. - UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel.
The purpose of CSQ Short Course Civil funding in Queensland is to provide financial assistance to eligible workers in the building and construction industry. This funding aims to reduce the cost of training, making upskilling an affordable option for individuals.
Participant requirements
Participants must meet the citizenship, permanent residency or eligible visa requirements that apply to the relevant 2026–27 CSQ program.
To be considered for funding, the participant must satisfy all applicable CSQ contract requirements
- Be an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
- Have a right to work in Australia on a valid visa and has been employed in the Qld building and construction industry for a period of (6) six months or more.
- Be employed or substantially engaged in the construction industry
- Have been unemployed for less than six months after previously working in a role that met the applicable CSQ definition of an eligible worker, subject to the requirements of the relevant program.
- Self employed and substantially engaged in the Qld building and Construction Industry
Available Courses:
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform.
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights.
The CSQ Industry Micro Credential Program supports the construction industry by providing focused training for new or transitioning employees in specific skills. This initiative aims to enhance productivity and adaptability within the industry. The micro-credentials are designed to address industry-specific skill gaps and are developed in partnership with employers to ensure they are relevant and beneficial for the workforce.
Participant eligibility
To be eligible for the program, participants must meet the following criteria:
- Be aged 15 years or older.
- Not be a school student.
- Permanently reside in Queensland.
- Be an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, or hold an eligible visa.
- Meet any additional eligibility requirements identified through approved program projects.
The program focuses on skills that are not currently addressed through post-schooling education pathways, aiming to improve employability, productivity, and opportunities within one or more micro-credential categories
Available Courses:
- AGAT Asbestos general awareness training.
- 1656 Introduction to electrical network.
infrastructure for authorised persons. - QNFT Fit Testing (Quantitative Method).
- WHSQHSRNCB01 Workplace Health and safety representative.
- WHSQHSRNCB02 Workplace Health and safety representative
(HSR) Refresher course.
The purpose of CSQ Major Projects Funding is to address the skills and training needs of the construction workforce during major projects. This funding aims to upskill workers, enhance workforce capability, and create a more agile workforce capable of responding to the demands of construction projects.
By providing access to building and construction training, CSQ Major Projects Funding helps to fill skills gaps, improve productivity, and ensure that construction projects are completed efficiently and safely
Participant eligibility
To qualify for funding, participants must:
- Be an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
- Have a right to work in Australia on a valid visa and has been employed in the Qld building and construction industry for a period of (6) six months or more.
- Be an existing eligible worker in Qld.
- Must be working on a major project or program of works.
Available Courses:
Short Courses:
- CPCCCM2021 Work Safely at heights.
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid.
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform.
- RIIRTM203E Work as a safety observer spotter.
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights.
- TLID3035 Operate a boom type elevating work platform.
- TLILIC0005 License to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11m or more).
- UETDREL006 Introduction to electrical network infrastructure for authorised persons.
- UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel.
Micro Credentials (Available from 26th October 2026)
- AGAT Asbestos general awareness training.
- 1656 Introduction to electrical network infrastructure for authorised persons.
- QNFT Fit Testing (Quantitative Method).
- WHSQHSRNCB01 Workplace Health and safety representative.
- WHSQHSRNCB02 Workplace Health and safety representative
(HSR) Refresher course.
CSQ Funded Training Courses 2026–27
- CSQ subsidies and applicable participant fees are displayed for each course.
- Eligible participants may access funding for up to eight units of competency, including a maximum of three High Risk Work Licence/MPO units.
Important: Eligibility and final participant contribution must be confirmed before enrolment.
Indvidual Units
Note: Prices subject to change without notice!
| Course | Unit code | Unit title | Duration | Course fee | CSQ funding | Participant fee |
| Work at heights (construction industry) | CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | 1 day | $390.00 | $390.00 | $0.00 |
| First Aid | HLTAID011 | Provide first aid | 1 day | $130.00 | $110.00 | $20.00 |
| Under 11 m Boom | TLID3035 | Operate a boom type elevating work platform | 1 day | $325.00 | $390.00 | $0.00 |
| EWP over 11 m HRWL | TLILIC0005 | Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) | 3 days | $675.00 | $660.00 | $15.00 |
| Electrical Spotter | UETDREL006 | Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker | 1 day | $375.00 | $330.00 | $45.00 |
| LV Rescue | UETDRMP018 | Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel | 3hrs | $60.00 | $60.00 | $0.00 |
| Operate EWP | RIIHAN301E | Operate elevating work platform | 1 day | $300.00 | $330.00 | $0.00 |
| Work at heights | RIIWHS204E | Work safely at heights | 1 day | $290.00 | $280.00 | $10.00 |
| Authorised Person | 1656 | Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons | 1 day | $475.00 | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Fit Testing | QNFT | Fit Testing (Quantitative Method) | 45 mins | $110.00 | $110.00 | $0.00 |
| Asbestos Awareness | AGAT | Asbestos General Awareness Training | 5 hours | $170.00 | $170.00 | $0.00 |
| HSR Initial | WHSQHSRNCB01 | Health and Safety Representative (HSR) | 5 day’s | $800.00 | $720.00 | $80.00 |
| HSR Refresher | WHSQHSRNCB02 | Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Refresher | 1 day | $350.00 | $330.00 | $20.00 |
Bundled Courses
Note: Prices subject to change without notice!
| Course | Unit code | Unit title | Duration | Course fee | CSQ funding | Participant fee |
| Under 11M EWP & Scissor Lift | RIIHAN301E TLID3035 |
Operate elevating work platform Operate a boom type elevating work platform |
1 day | 625.00 | $330.00 $390.00 |
$0.00 |
| EWP over 11m & EWP / Scissor Lift (under 11m) | TLILIC0005 RIIHAN301E TLID3035 |
Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) Operate elevating work platform Operate a boom type elevating work platform |
3 days | $795.00 | $330.00 $390.00 $660.00 |
$0.00 |
| EWP Over 11m & EWP Rescue | TLILIC0005 UETDRMP016 |
Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) Perform rescue from an elevating work platform |
3 days | $850.00 | $660.00 Not funded |
$100.00 |
| EWP over 11 m, EWP Rescue & EWP Escape | TLILIC0005 UETDRMP016 UETDRMP015 |
Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) Perform rescue from an elevating work platform Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape |
3.5 days | $1,025.00 | $660.00 Not funded Not Funded |
$150.00 |
| Authorised Person/ Electrical Spotter | UETDREL006 1656 |
Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons |
1 day | $850.00 | $330.00 $500.00 |
$20.00 |
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Authorised Person/ Electrical Spotter CPR / LVR |
1656 HLTAID009 |
Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
1.5 Days | $605.00 |
$500.00 Not Funded $60.00 |
$45.00 |
| CPR / LVR | HLTAID009 UETDRMP018 |
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel |
4 hours | $120.00 | Not funded $60.00 |
$60.00 |
| Asbestos Awareness & Fit Testing | AGAT & QNFT |
Asbestos General Awareness Training Fit Testing (Quantitative Method) |
4 hours | $280.00 | $170.00 $110.00 | $0.00 |
Why Choose Intuitive Training
Recognised Excellence in Electrical Safety
As the largest private RTO delivering ESI-accredited training across Queensland, Intuitive Training blends deep industry knowledge with practical expertise to help participants meet regulatory requirements confidently
Experienced Trainers & Industry Engagement
Our trainers maintain industry currency through ongoing professional development, reflecting our commitment to quality, safety, and high industry standards.
Funded Training Opportunities
As a CSQ-approved provider, Intuitive Training offers eligible construction and electrical workers subsidised or no-cost training through the Short Courses Building Program.
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CSQ Funding Program FAQ’s
The below Frequently Asked Questions are aimed to guide and inform participants requesting CSQ funding by proving examples of situation where a participant doing certain works is or is not eligible for CSQ Funding.
I do routine repairs and maintenance works!
Workers who do routine maintenance and repairs to existing structures to maintain their current condition are not eligible for funding.
I do general landscaping works!
Participants who do garden design, lawn care, tree planting irrigation, maintenance works fall under the horticulture industry and are not eligible.
I work in a factory manufacturing / producing construction material!
This type of work falls under manufacturing and is not construction industry therefore these participants are not eligible.
I do maintenance on a mine site!
The mining and resources sector work is not part of the Queensland Building and Construction Industry. Participants working on mine sites are not eligible.
I work in a quarry!
Quarrying is part of the Mining and resources sector participants working in quarries are not eligible.
I perform administration or clerical duties!
Administration or clerical workers are not eligible under the SCB25_26 program but are eligible for alternate CSQ funding programs.
I work for a local council!
Some local council workers are eligible for funding under this program
I work for a labour hire company!
Where the labour hire company can demonstrate primary and substantial direct involvement in the Qld construction industry and you meet all eligibility requirements you are eligible.
I do Structural Landscaping!
Where participants can prove that they undertake the following works may be eligible
• Build retaining walls
• Construct paving, decking and fencing
• Instal drainage systems, foundations or
• Perform earthworks for landscaping and site preparation for landscape areas.
I am a Site Supervisor on a construction site: If you
If you are office based doing contract administration and scheduling and not engaged in construction works you are not eligible
