Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding
Supporting Queensland's Building & Construction Workforce
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) is an independent industry-funded body that provides training subsidies to help build the skills and capability of Queensland’s construction and building workforce.
Through CSQ funding, eligible individuals and employers can access subsidised training for a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications and short courses – helping workers upskill, stay current with industry standards, and advance their careers.
How CSQ Funding Helps You
CSQ funding helps reduce the cost of training for eligible participants in the building and construction industry. It’s designed to:
Support upskilling and career development
Make nationally recognised training more affordable
Help employers build a safer, more qualified workforce
Address skill shortages in the construction sector
Civil Safety are proud to be an approved CSQ provider, which means that many of our construction and high-risk training courses are eligible for CSQ subsidies.
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding Eligibility Criteria
Before commencing your application, please take the time to review the below eligibility chart. This will help determine whether you may be eligible for funding from CSQ.
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I AM employed in Queensland within the Building & Construction Industry OR an unemployed eligible worker (been unemployed for less than 6 Months)
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I AM Australian or New Zealand Citizen OR Permanent Resident OR a Visa holder who has worked in the industry for a period of 6 months or more (excluding international student visas).
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I AM NOT an employee of any Authority (local councils acceptable if meet eligible worker criteria)
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I AM NOT funded by an Authority or such other source for delivery of the same Training being undertaken as part of this Program
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I AM NOT currently enrolled and participating in a school program (excluding eligible school-based apprenticeships and trainees)
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I AM NOT undertaking the training as part of an apprenticeship or traineeship
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I AM NOT a contracted trainer and assessor or an existing worker of any RTO.
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I AM NOT seeking a Verification of Competency
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I HAVE NOT previously completed the Unit of Competency (course) previously
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I HAVE NOT received CSQ funding since 1st October 2024 for:
- 1. A total of eight (8) short courses, with a maximum of three (3) RIIMPO (machinery) units and three (3) High Risk Licences;
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2. One (1) Higher Qualification OR One (1) SAGT Qualification
How to Apply for Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding
Getting started is simple:
Check your eligibility – check above or contact our team and we’ll help confirm if you qualify.
Select your course – choose from our range of CSQ-funded options below.
Provide supporting documents – we’ll guide you through the quick application process.
Start training – once approved, you can start your course at a subsidised rate.
Short Courses Eligible for CSQ Funding at Civil Safety
Are you a worker in the building and construction industry looking to learn new and important skills that will help you to further your career in construction or re-enter the industry? Our Short Courses program could be right for you.
The Short Courses program provides funding to assist with upskilling and cross-skilling existing workers in the building and construction industry. Short Courses are individual competencies and skill sets designed to provide flexible solutions to workers wanting to update their skills and knowledge in specific, targeted areas.
Please note: An eligible participant may only be funded for a maximum of 8 short courses in total across either building or civil (including major projects) or a combination of both during the program delivery period. A limit of three high-risk work and three mobile plant units of competency apply.
Courses are available in the following regions within Queensland:
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns, Weipa, Mackay/Whitsundays, Moranbah, Gladstone, Townsville, Toowoomba, Weipa, Wide Bay.
Short Courses - Building
Code | Course Name |
BSBESB402 | Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of New Business Ventures (QBCC Managerial Course) |
CPCCCM2012 | |
CPCCLDG3001 | |
CPCCLSF4001 | Licence to Erect, Alter and Dismantle Scaffolding (Advanced Level) |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS Requirements, Policies and Procedures in the Construction Industry |
HLTAID011 | |
MSMWHS217 | |
TLID3035 | Operate a Boom-Type Elevating Work Platform |
TLILIC0005 | Licence to Operate a Boom-Type Elevating Work Platform (11m+) |
UETDRMP007 | Perform Rescue From a Live Low-Voltage (LV) Panel |
Short Courses - Civil
Please note: An eligible participant may only be funded for a maximum of 8 short courses in total across either building or civil (including major projects) or a combination of both during the program delivery period. A limit of three high-risk work and three mobile plant units of competency apply.
Code | Course Name |
RIICOM301E | Communicate Information |
RIIHAN301E | |
RIIHAN308F | |
RIIHAN309F | |
RIIHAN311F | |
RIIMPO317F | |
RIIMPO318F | |
RIIMPO319E | |
RIIMPO320F | |
RIIMPO321F | Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations |
RIIMPO322E | Conduct Civil Construction Tracked Front End Loader Operations |
RIIMPO323E | |
RIIMPO324F | |
RIIMPO325E | |
RIIMPO326E | |
RIIMPO337E | |
RIIMPO338E | Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations |
RIIRIS301E | |
RIIWHS202E | |
RIIWHS204E |
Higher Qualifications
The Higher Qualifications program is for when you’re keen to move into a higher-level role in general or civil construction. The HLS program provides nationally accredited qualifications ranging from a Certificate IV to a Diploma level.
Please note: Eligible participants are not to complete more than 50% of the qualification through RPL and/or credit transfer. Eligible participants must not be undertaking a CSQ SAGT program in the same term.
Courses are available in the following regions within Queensland:
Far North, Gold Coast, Mackay, Northern, Central, Online
Qualifications - Civil
RII40720 |
Qualifications - Building
BSB40920 | |
BSB41419 |