Queensland Government
Fee-Free TAFE Queensland
Tuition-free priority courses at TAFE Queensland or CQUniversity for eligible Queenslanders, now including construction.
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Fee-Free TAFE, extended until 31 December 2026, allows eligible Queenslanders to study priority skill sets and qualifications.
Who can get it
- Permanently live in Queensland.
- Australian or NZ citizen, permanent resident, or eligible temporary resident on a pathway to permanent residency.
- 15 or older and no longer at school.
- Not currently enrolled in a qualification (foundation skills excepted).
- Not already completed a Fee-Free TAFE or Free Nursing qualification.
How to claim
- Enrol through TAFE Queensland (1300 308 233) or CQUniversity (13 27 86).
Conditions and catches
- Only one qualification under Fee-Free TAFE or Free Nursing.
- Uniforms and resources may still cost extra.
- Extended until 31 December 2026; fee-free construction applies to students who start before 31 December.
What the source says
Exact words quoted from the official page when we checked it. Last checked 15 Oct 2026.
Fee-free construction is now available as part of fee-free TAFE for students who start training before 31 December.
Fee-Free TAFE, extended until 31 December 2026, allows eligible Queenslanders to study priority skill sets and qualifications, providing opportunities to upskill, reskill or start a career in high-demand industries.