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.

Community Foundation Skills

Duration: 
8 weeks
BUILD YOUR EMPLOYMENT FOUNDATIONS WITH THIS CAREER PREPARATION PROGRAM. In this unique career preparation program, Five Bridges, in partnership with Look Now Training, will provide you with the skills you need to get a job or apprenticeship with local businesses. No cost to participants for training. This training is proudly funded and supported by the Queensland Government through its Skilling Queenslanders for Work Initiative. WHAT YOU GET Training delivered by experienced and dedicated industry professionals Personalised skills plan Full employment readiness program Opportunity to meet new...

Drive to Success (Driving and Logistics) >>

Duration: 
7 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 FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work & Vocational Pathways qualification, TL131216...

Horticulture Career Preparation Program >>

Location: 
Sunshine Coast
Duration: 
12 weeks
GET STARTED IN THE HORTICULTURE INDUSTRY No cost to participants for training. This training is proudly funded and supported by the Queensland Government through its Skilling Queenslanders for Work Initiative. 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, or simply improve your own garden!! 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...

INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT CAREER READINESS PROGRAM >>

Location: 
Sunshine Coast
Duration: 
13 weeks
BECOME A VALUED PART OF THE HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES INDUSTRY No cost to participants for training. This training is proudly funded and supported by the Queensland Government through its Skilling Queenslanders for Work Initiative.* 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...

MAROOCHYDORE Business Career Preparation Program >>

Location: 
Sunshine Coast
Duration: 
12 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.*

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.