THE State Government will reduce TAFE fees by half for selected qualifications from next year.
The 50 per cent fee reductions will target important sectors of the local economy including aged and disability care, METRONET and civil construction, defence, hospitality and tourism.
TAFE facilities in Broome, Karratha, Rockingham and Bunbury will also be upgraded to support NDIS training.
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READ NOW“Unfortunately the cost of training skyrocketed, that’s why we froze fees (in 2017) and now with the Budget back on track, we are slashing fees for specific courses by 50 per cent to make them affordable,” Premer Mark McGowan said.
“Not only are we investing in job-creating projects across WA, we’re investing in the people we need to build them.”
Education and Training Minister Sue Ellery said the fees would be capped at $400 per year for concession students and $1200 for non-concession students.
“More than ever the skills we need are learnt at TAFE and training institutions,” she said.
“This is a great opportunity for young people to kickstart their careers by getting the skills that employers want, without the hefty course fees.”