The Government of South Australia invests in initiatives that boost access to quality training in priority sectors, promotes skills development among under-represented groups and regional communities, and enhances the capability and innovation of training providers in delivering industry-relevant skills. Skills SA offer grant opportunities that support the development of foundation skills, address critical skill shortages and support workforce participation and development in key industries.
Eligibility may vary for specific grants. Check the grant guidelines for further information.
The application process and opening dates may vary for specific grants. Check the grant guidelines for further information.
Application tips
- Understand eligibility – Ensure your organisation meets the specific criteria outlined for each grant.
- Align with priorities – Demonstrate how your project addresses the identified skills shortages or workforce needs.
- Provide clear outcomes – Outline measurable outcomes and how they will meet the grant criteria.
- Budget justification – Present a realistic and detailed budget that aligns with the project’s scope.
- Review your application or seek feedback – Before submission, read through your application and/or seek feedback from experienced peers in your organisation.
Grants
Adult Community Education projects
Overview
Projects to support adult learners develop and improve their foundation skills and transition to vocational education, training or employment.
Eligibility
Community-based organisations, organisations with a training delivery relationship with a community-based organisation, or a non-government Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with a current Skills SA FAA.
Grants open / close info: Applications closed
Next application opportunity: Quarter 2, 2026
Adult Community Education set-up grants
Overview
Establishment of new providers in regions to deliver small volumes of Adult Community Education level 1 training places and increasing scale on a sustainable longer-term basis.
Eligibility
Applications by invitation only.
Grants open / close info: Applications ongoing
Next application opportunity: July 2025
Adult Community Education strategic set-up grants
Overview
Projects supporting the expansion and reach of foundation skills training and vocational pathways in regional areas and with Aboriginal communities through key partnerships.
Eligibility
Applications by invitation only.
Grants open / close info: Applications ongoing
Next application opportunity: July 2025
Equipment and Capital grants
Overview
Support training providers to invest in contemporary infrastructure, equipment and technology to increase training quality and build capacity in areas of skills demand and industry priority sectors.
Eligibility
Organisations with a current Funded Activities Agreement with Skills SA who are not-for-profit and/or industry-based and/or Aboriginal owned training providers, Adult Community Education providers and TAFE SA.
Grants open / close info: Applications for 2025 delivery have closed
Next application opportunity: Applications open in August 2025
Fee-Free Construction
Overview
Training places with non-Government registered training organisations in select construction courses to increase the pipeline of skilled workers to the construction industry
Eligibility
Applications by invitation only
Grants open / close info: Applications closed.
Next application opportunity: Quarter 4, 2025
Fee-Free First Nations
Not-for-profit Industry-based grants
Overview
Support providers to invest in contemporary infrastructure, equipment and technology to increase training quality and build capacity in areas of skills demand and government economic priorities.
Eligibility
Applications by invitation only.
Grants open / close info: Applications closed.
Next application opportunity: Quarter 4, 2025
Skill Shortage Solution grants
Overview
Improve sector-wide approaches and partnerships between industry and training providers to develop sustainable solutions to address current and future skill shortages.
Eligibility
Organisations with a current Funded Activities Agreement with Skills SA partnering with industry bodies, professional associations, regional/community organisations and employers.
Grants open / close info: EOIs for 2025 have closed
Next application opportunity: Check this page for updates
Hear Anne's Story
‘I think it’s a wonderful program for women that need the support to help them move forward after a domestic violence relationship’
The Zahra Foundation provided a safe and supporting environment for Anne to regain her confidence and learn new skills. Completing an adult community education course gave Anne the confidence to rebuild her life. She has bought herself a house and now volunteers and works part-time.