FUNDING OPTIONS
MECTA is a Skills Assured Supplier approved for the delivery of training and assessment services subsidised by the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training under the Skills Assure funding program.
Below is the list of programs that are available under our approval. For more information on these funding options click on the name of the funding.
The Certificate 3 Guarantee supports eligible individuals to complete their first post-school certificate III qualification. It also supports school students to access training and Queensland’s Year 12 graduates to transition to employment by providing free training in high priority qualifications.
The Higher Level Skills program provides a government subsidy in selected certificate IV or above qualifications and priority skill sets to help individuals gain the higher level skills required to secure employment or career advancement in a priority industry.
The User Choice program provides public funding for the delivery of accredited, entry level training to apprentices and trainees.
Free apprenticeships for under 25s offer fully subsidised training apprenticeship and traineeship qualifications in the Early Childhood Sector. The Free apprenticeships for under 25s program will cover the cost of training for Queensland apprentices or trainees who commenced or are undertaking 1 of the high priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications from 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2024.
Fees for self funded students. The Fee for service applies when a student is not eligible for any subsidies or when there are no subsidies available.
International Students
In some cases, a registered training organisation (RTO) may enrol students who are temporarily visiting or reside in Australia on certain visas, other than study visas. However, some visas include restrictions on training. Most visas and sub-class visas clearly outline what your study rights are in Australia. It is the responsibility of the individual to check their study and work rights according to their individual visa*. Further information is also available from the Department of Home Affairs.
*Any course undertaken by a student visa holder must be registered on CRICOS and training must be provided by a CRICOS registered provider (The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students). MECTA is not a registered CRICOS provider and as such we are unable to accept applications from individuals wishing to study on a student visa.
Fees and Invoicing
Invoicing and Payment Plans
Learners will receive invoices every three months for their scheduled modules. It is mandatory
for learners to ensure that all fees are paid or to have an authorised payment plan with the Administration officer. MECTA limits payments to a maximum of $1500 at a time.
Monthly Statements for Outstanding Accounts and Issuance of Receipts
Statements will be issued on a monthly basis to learners with outstanding accounts. A receipt will be provided upon full payment of the invoice.
Company or Employer Payment Agreements
When an arrangement is made with MECTA for a company or learner’s employer to cover the fees, an invoice will be issued upon course enrolment.
User Choice Funded Learners
Under the User Choice program, student contribution fees are set at $1.60 per nominal hour for each unit of competency/module. Fees will be calculated at the commencement of the unit/module. Learner contribution fees may be adjusted annually, and any changes will be communicated by the department. Invoices will be issued as per the above process, with fees payable via bank transfer. User Choice funded learners are exempt from additional fees.
More information on exemption categories, fee reductions, and full exemptions can be found in the User Choice 2021-2024 policy – User Choice Policy (2.6 Fees and charges) https://desbt.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0021/7824/user-choice-policy.pdf
VET Investment Funded Learners
VET Investment-funded learners will be invoiced for their co-contribution fee over four instalments, three-monthly, in advance.
Fee For Service Learners
Fee For Service learners will be invoiced for their course fees over four instalments, three-monthly, in advance.
Montessori Learners
An enrolment fee of $200 is payable upon acceptance of enrolment. MECTA will issue a receipt upon payment. Students enrolled in the Certificate III in Montessori Early Childhood Education 11024NAT and the Diploma of Montessori Early Childhood Education 11206NAT.