In response to coronavirus (COVID-19), the Northern Territory and Australian governments are jointly funding a range of courses to give you practical skills for work.

These courses are open to Territorians who meet the relevant eligibility criteria.

Who can apply

You can apply if you're:

• a job seeker - an individual who is out of work
• receiving an income support payment - find out more on the Services Australia website
• underemployed - employed on a casual or part time basis, and working less than 35 hours per week, and willing and able to work additional hours
• a school leaver or young person - 17 to 24 years old regardless of employment status
• enrolling in any of the following qualifications, regardless of age or employment status:
  • digital skills qualifications.

You must also:

• be an NT resident
• be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency
• have the skills and capabilities to undertake training and to actively engage in employment.

Who can't apply

You can't apply if you're:

• a school student or under 17 years old
• an individual who is employed full-time and over 24 years old unless:
  • enrolling in one of the above eligible qualifications.