Are You Eligible for Queensland Government Funding?
IEFP is an approved Skills Assure Supplier under the Queensland Government Career Start program — delivering the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness to eligible Queensland residents for a co-contribution of just $150.
Career Start Eligibility Requirements
In Queensland, The Institute of Elite Fitness Professionals (IEFP) is a Skills Assure Supplier for the Career Start program funded by the Queensland Government (Agreement Number: QS102692).
The program is available to Queensland residents aged 15 years or over who are no longer at school (excluding VET in Schools students) and who are:
- Australian citizens; or
- New Zealand citizens; or
- Australian permanent residents (including humanitarian entrants); or
- Temporary residents with an eligible visa and a pathway to permanent residency.
Prospective students must generally not hold, or be enrolled in, a Certificate III or higher qualification (excluding qualifications completed while at school and foundation skills qualifications). Final eligibility will be determined in accordance with Queensland Government funding requirements.
SIS30321, Certificate III in Fitness Career Start Fees:
*Full Non-concessional fee: $1,200 ($85.71 per unit)
*Eligible students co-contribution fee: $150 ($10.71 per unit)
*Note SIS30321, Certificate III in Fitness has a total of 15 units, fees are calculated to a total of 14 units, with the requirement for all students to undertake HLTAID011, Apply First Aid Externally (average fee $100 – $120), and credit transfer applied. Credit Transfer of Nationally Recognised Training is free of charge.
Student Co-Contribution Fees
SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness
*$150
Co-contribution fee (standard course price normally $1,200+)
*Additional fees applicable for unit HLTAID011 (Apply First Aid – Average fee $100 – $120) – See below.
First Aid Requirement
HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid is a requirement of the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness.
IEFP does not deliver, assess, or subcontract this unit for online-only students. Students are responsible for independently enrolling in, completing, and funding HLTAID011 through a separate Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Disclaimer
Funding availability, eligibility requirements, student contribution fees, and program conditions are determined by the relevant government authority and may change without notice.
IEFP cannot guarantee funding approval. Students should confirm their eligibility before enrolment and prior to submitting any funding application.
Delivery Locations
SIS30321 – Certificate III in Fitness, is delivered primarily through Correspondence learning (online) in conjunction with our Sunshine Coast location (Noosa, QLD). Contact us for more information on how you can undertake your course, with additional options to aid in placement completion in select areas.
Queensland Traineeship
Students based in Queensland may be eligible for a Traineeship in Certificate III in Fitness.
This allows students to gain industry experience by working in gyms, fitness, and community facilities, providing paid, on-the-job training to become a fitness instructor.
The Institute of Elite Fitness Professionals is an approved Skills Assured Supplier for Certificate III in Fitness traineeships, see below for further information.
What is the Queensland Traineeship?
Traineeships allow eligible students to work with an employer as paid employees.
Students undertake a training qualification with a supervising registered training organisation chosen by both the employer and the student.
A school-based trainee’s employment and/or training arrangements must impact on their school timetable for the program to be considered school based.
The Institute of Elite Fitness Professionals is an approved supplier for Certificate III in Fitness traineeships.
For full eligibility criteria and complete FAQs please go to: https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/apprentices/resources/information-sheets/is26
SIS30321, Certificate III in Fitness Co-Contribution Fees:
*Non-concessional students co-contribution fee: $600 ($42.86 per unit)
*Concessional students co-contribution fee: $450 ($32.14 per unit)
*Note SIS30321, Certificate III in Fitness has a total of 15 units, fees are calculated to a total of 14 units, with the requirement for all students to undertake HLTAID011, Apply First Aid Externally (average fee $100 – $120), and credit transfer applied. Credit Transfer of Nationally Recognised Training is free of charge.
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