Other Initiatives can also help you to overcome barriers to getting a job. You may be eligible for one of the following programs.
New Enterprise Incentive Scheme provides the necessary training, mentoring and support to help you start a small business.
Productivity Places Program provides places in training courses delivered by registered training organisations where you can gain new qualifications or upgrade your existing qualifications.
Australian Apprenticeships Access Program is a free, nationally recognised industry training program that gives you basic skills to help you secure an Australian Apprenticeship.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Program provides free training to improve your reading, writing or maths skills.
Extra Help
ASK can offer you specialised services depending on the outcome of your assessment with Centrelink. Depending on the type of disadvantage you face, you can receive specific services to help you find a job. Higher levels of funding and more assistance are available to help you if you are highly disadvantaged. If you are homeless, a person with disability, an at-risk young person, we will help you to get the support and assistance suited to your circumstances. This could include mental health support services, counselling, rehabilitation services, financial counselling and anger management.