Five Bridges offers a range of training programs designed to equip local community members with the skills and knowledge needed to gain employment opportunities.

Our programs are open to Indigenous and Non-Indigenous participants. Click the programs below for more detail.

Business Career Preparation Program >>

Location: 
Sunshine Coast
Start Dates: 
15 February 2021
Duration: 
10 weeks
GET THE PRACTICAL SKILLS TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS. This course introduces you to business processes, tools and technology, and is packed with practical reallife activities. If you are hoping to kickstart your career, this course will provide you the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in business. You will gain valuable insights into how businesses operate and grow. No cost to participants for training.*

AGED CARE AND DISABILITY SERVICES CAREER READINESS PROGRAM >>

Location: 
Sunshine Coast
Start Dates: 
17 May 2021
Duration: 
13 weeks
BECOME A VALUED AND INTEGRAL PART OF THE HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES INDUSTRY Gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to work in a community or residential setting providing individual support. You will learn how to support independence and well-being, gain a range of technical skills, and develop a range of transferable skills from communication to teamwork. Our highly-experienced trainers provide guidance and support every step of the way, to ensure you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the field. Successful completion of this course will enable you to work in aged...

Business Career Preparation Program >>

Location: 
Central Queensland
Start Dates: 
17 May 2021
Duration: 
10 weeks
GET THE PRACTICAL SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS. This course introduces you to business processes, tools and technology, and is packed with practical reallife activities. If you are hoping to kickstart your career, this course will provide you the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in business. You will gain valuable insights into how businesses operate and grow. No cost to participants for training.*

Horticulture Career Preparation Program - Nambour >>

Location: 
Sunshine Coast
Start Dates: 
14 June 2021
Duration: 
11 weeks
GET STARTED IN THE HORTICULTURE INDUSTRY Get a start on your career in horticulture with this entry level course that will qualify you to work as a horticultural assistant, or garden or nursery labourer. The Certificate II in Horticulture will teach you the fundamentals of planting, potting and maintaining trees, shrubs and plants, how to recognize plants, prepare plant specimens and provide information on products and services, and soil testing along with how to treat weeds, pests and diseases. QUALIFICATIONS EARNT ON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURSE: FSK20113 Certificate II in Skills for...

Drive to Success in Yatala (Driving and Logistics) >>

Location: 
Brisbane
Start Dates: 
28 June 2021
Duration: 
8 weeks
This launchpad program aims to improve employment opportunities by providing the necessary entry-level skills for gaining work in the Driving and Logistics Industry. Gain practical skills for an exciting career on the road as a tip truck driver, bus driver, or local heavy general freight driver. This program will give you on-the-job training, including how to drive heavy vehicles, safely shift materials, manage fatigue, and communicate between vehicles. As part of this program you will complete FSK20113 Certificate II in Skills for Work & Vocational Pathways qualification, TL131216...

Business Governance >>

Our two day Governance workshop is designed specifically for board members of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and covers a range of topics including roles and responsibilities of board members, how to run board meetings, participation as a board member, knowing your constitution, organizational planning and much more. These 2 day workshops are delivered every 6-8 weeks. Contact Five Bridges office for more details.

Work Readiness >>

Five Bridges delivers a range of work readiness workshops and programs, designed to help prepare people to enter the workforce. To find out more information about current programs being offered, please contact us here and speak with a Five Bridges team member about how we can help you prepare for work.