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Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program

Free training in reading, writing, maths, English and basic computer skills for people aged 15 and over who have left school.

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Free

SEE is free!

Who can get it

  • Australian citizens, permanent visa holders, or people who meet other visa conditions.
  • Aged 15 years and over and left school.
  • Need help with reading, writing, maths, English language or digital skills.

How to claim

  1. Contact your local SEE provider, call the National Customer Service Line on 1800 805 260, or ask your employment services provider or Centrelink.

What the source says

Exact words quoted from the official page when we checked it. Last checked 15 Oct 2026.

aged 15 years and over and left school
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The Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program offers free training
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SEE is free!
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