SOUTH AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT

Subsidised Training 

RTV Training is a Registered Training Organisation approved to deliver subsidised training under the Government of South Australia's "Skills SA Program". 

This page contains the information required for participants and prospective participants to understand their eligibility, fees, and the enrolment process. 

For further information reach out to RTV Training and or Skills SA.

Subsidised Traineeship Qualifications

The following qualifications are offered as subsidised traineeships only, available to new and existing workers under the traineeship program. All prices below are GST-exempt where applicable and are current as at the date of publication.

Qualification
Employer Contribution Fee
(eligible participants)
Full Fee
(ineligible participants) 
RII30120 – Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
$980.00
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RII40120 – Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations
$980.00
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RII50120 – Diploma of Surface Operations Management
$980.00
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Participant Eligibility Criteria apply. Visit www.skills.sa.gov.au for full Participant Eligibility Criteria.

Conditions that apply to this funding:

  • Places are subsidised traineeship enrolments only — the participant must be a new or existing worker employed under an approved Training Contract (traineeship).
  • The participant and their employer must meet the Skills SA Participant Eligibility Criteria at the time of enrolment.
  • Employer approval of the traineeship enrolment is required before training can commence.
  • Subsidised training places are limited and subject to availability under RTV's current Funded Activities Annexure with the Minister.
  • Enrolment is subject to completion of an Upfront Assessment of Need (see below).

Incidental fees: RTV does not currently charge separate incidental fees for these qualifications beyond the Employer Contribution Fee / Full Fee listed above. If any incidental costs apply to a specific cohort (for example, optional equipment, materials, or field-trip related costs that a participant may choose to source elsewhere), these will be clearly disclosed to the participant in writing before enrolment, in accordance with clause 20.3 of the FAA Training Schedule.

Subsidised Training Enrolment Process

At RTV Training, we've made the process simple to help you get started with your subsidised course, supported by the Government of South Australia. We will assist in every step: 

Step 1 – Choose Your Course & Enrol 
Once you choose the course, we will ensure that it is the right course for you: 

  • Confirm you meet the entry requirements of your course
  • Verify your eligibility for subsidised training
  • Confirm your employment, and that your employer approves your enrolment in the qualification
  • Complete an Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) to identify any learning or support requirements

     What to bring when you enrol:
    • Proof of identity (Driver's Licence, Passport, or Proof of Age Card)
    • Proof of South Australian residence (e.g. Driver's Licence or bank statement)
    • Proof of citizenship or an eligible visa (Birth certificate, passport, or copy of visa)
    • Evidence of prior study, if you want to apply for Credit Transfer or RPL
    • Verifiable USI Transcript, if you want to apply for Credit Transfer. 
    • Your employment and employer contact details
    Step 2 – Confirm your employment details
    As you are enrolling in a traineeship, your employer must approve your training and formally commit to it through a Training Contract — the legal agreement between you and your employer that sits at the heart of your traineeship. 

    RTV will work with you and your employer to:

    • Confirm your employment details, including your employer's business name and contact details 
    • Confirm the qualification you'll be undertaking, and that it suits both your career goals and your employer's workplace needs (as per the follow steps)

    Step 3 – Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN)
    Before you start, RTV conducts a brief assessment to help set you up for success. Training providers contracted by Skills SA to deliver subsidised training are required to carry out an Upfront Assessment of Need for every prospective student. The process helps make sure you're supported to start in the right course, at the right level, so you can complete your training successfully.

     The assessment includes:

    • A discussion of your career goals and confirmation that the course suits your needs
    • A check of your reading, writing and numeracy skills
    • Identification of any personal or life factors that might affect your study
    • Development of a Learning and Support Plan tailored to you
    • Information on the SA Government's Success and Wellbeing Services, which can support you with study, travel and financial matters during training — see mytraining.skills.sa.gov.au/support for details
    Step 4 – Participant Number & Agreement
    If you're enrolling in a subsidised course, you'll need a Participant Number. RTV will help you to:
    • Complete the Participant Agreement
    • Register for your Participant Number 

     Keep this number safe — it's used for all future training and to track your progress with the Department (Skills SA). If you lose it, call Skills SA on 1800 673 097 or ask RTV to retrieve it for you.

    Step 5 – Privacy & Access to Your Information
    Your personal information is collected in line with the South Australian Information Privacy Principles, for the purposes of training delivery, reporting, and confirming eligibility. You have the right to access or update your information under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA). For assistance, call Skills SA 1800 673 097.

    Step 6 – Unique Student Identifier (USI)
    Everyone undertaking nationally recognised training in Australia needs a Unique Student Identifier (USI), which links all your VET records in one secure online account. You can create your USI in minutes using ID such as a Medicare card or Driver's Licence at www.usi.gov.au.

    For more information on subsidised training, visit mytraining.skills.sa.gov.au/trainees-apprentices.

    Step 7 - Training Contract
    Once these details are confirmed and the following steps are completed, you and your employer will need to sign the Training Contract with the support of an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) — a free service that manages the sign-up process on behalf of you, your employer, and RTV.

    Once signed, your ACAP lodges the Training Contract with the South Australian Skills Commission (SASC) for registration. 

    Step 8 - Get started
    Once all is approved, we can get you started. 

    It might sound like a long process, but it doesnt have to be, RTV Training will assist in everyway possible for the process to be as smooth as possible. 

    Funding Acknowledgement

    Supported by the Government of South Australia