MTC Australia’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work (SQW) program is a joint initiative with Populi Solutions and is designed to help disadvantaged Queenslanders gain skills, qualifications, and experience to join and stay in the workforce.
What is the Skilling Queenslanders for Work (SQW) program?
This free and personalised version of the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program called Training, Knowledge, Opportunities (TKO) has been created to support you on your employment journey.
TKO is a six-week program focused on increasing your employment skills, confidence, and work readiness. As well as improving your skillset, the TKO program will support your mental and physical well-being through GLOVES.
GLOVES is a group session that combines mental and physical fitness to help reduce anxiety, improve self-esteem and confidence and support you back into the workforce.
The Skilling Queenslanders for Work TKO program is delivered at no cost to participants. This Skilling Queenslanders for Work project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government.
How can this program help me find work?
Getting ready and looking for work can seem daunting but by working with our experienced trainers, we can help you increase your chance of success significantly.
The TKO program develops your skills in:
Searching for work and accessing the hidden job market.
Identifying your skills & attributes.
Understanding application tracking software.
Marketing and promoting yourself.
Practicing interview techniques.
Preparing to start a new position.
Taking part in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work TKO program will also reconnect you with employers and other job seekers in your local community and give you an advantage when applying for jobs as it shows potential employers that you are willing to develop and try something new.
How can this program help me find work?
Fitness has had proven results in helping people both physically and mentally. By participating in this program, you may:
If you would like to:
Reduce your anxiety.
Improve your self-esteem.
Build your confidence.
Improve your fitness and strength.
If you would like support to improve your mental and physical health in a friendly and non-judgemental environment, then MTC’s TKO program may be the right step for you.
When is the program delivered?
We will be delivering TKO across multiple sites in Greater Brisbane, we will soon have a course schedule for you to find a time and location that suits you.
The program goes for two days a week for six weeks with classes held on Tuesday and Wednesdays 9:30am-3:30pm with the physical well-being session held 1:30am-3:30pm on Tuesday.
Am I eligible for the Skilling Queenslanders for Work TKO program?
MTC Australia and Populi’s TKO program (a Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative) is open to people who:
Are aged 15 years or older.
Are living in Queensland.
Meet Australian residency requirements.
Have been unemployed or underemployed for six months or more.
Are not eligible for Australian Government Services or have been receiving Australian Government Services for more than 6 months and remain unemployed.
How do I apply for the Skilling Queenslanders for Work TKO program?
To apply for MTC Australia’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work TKO program, please check your eligibility through the form linked below or contact our Customer Care team on 1300 232 663 or at [email protected]
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