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NSW Smart and Skilled

The Smart and Skilled funding framework is a NSW Government initiative designed with the purpose of reforming the NSW Vocational Education and Training (VET) System.

NSW Smart and Skilled

The Smart and Skilled funding framework is a NSW Government initiative designed with the purpose of reforming the NSW Vocational Education and Training (VET) System.

Foundation Education is an approved NSW Smart & Skilled Provider, delivery high quality support and subsidised training to eligible NSW students. Foundation Education is currently approved to deliver training under the Entitlement Apprenticeships and Traineeships Program (EA&T) and School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SbAT) Programs.

Through this initiative, the NSW Government focus on strengthening the VET system to improve the quality of training, career outcomes and to ensure people in NSW obtain the necessary high-level skills required for the advancement of their careers.

Foundation Education is an approved NSW Smart & Skilled Provider, delivering high-quality support and subsidised training to eligible NSW students for the development of high-level knowledge, skills, and abilities. The qualifications and skill sets listed in this handbook are delivered through the NSW Government Smart & Skilled funding initiative for eligible students.

Note: This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Student Information

All key information and guidelines regarding Foundation Education’s delivery of subsidised training through the Smart and Skilled program is found in the Student Information Booklet here.

This booklet will provide you with information including, but not limited to, available qualifications, eligibility requirements, available subsidy programs and enrolment information.

Not Eligible for Funding?

We believe everyone should have access to quality education. This is why we have a range of payment options to suit your lifestyle and budget.