Victorian Government
Skills First subsidised training and concession fees (Victoria)
Government-subsidised TAFE and training places in Victoria, with lower concession fees for Health Care Card holders at Certificate IV and below.
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Who can get it
- Australian citizens, permanent residents or New Zealand citizens
- Physically present in Victoria or a designated border region while training
- Concession: Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card or Veteran's Gold Card holders, or their dependent spouse or child
How to claim
- Contact your preferred training provider to confirm eligibility and whether a Skills First place is available
- TAFE and Training Line: 13 18 23
Conditions and catches
- Concessions only for Certificate IV and below, and skill sets
- Limit of 2 courses at a time and 2 in a year
What the source says
Exact words quoted from the official page when we checked it. Last checked 15 Oct 2026.
Contact your preferred training provider to find out if you're eligible for Skills First
You can also get a concession if you are a dependent spouse or a dependent child of a card holder.
Concessions are available for Certificate IV level and below courses, and skill sets.