As a CSQ registered training supplier, we provide training supported by Construction Skills Queensland funding — helping you upskill at reduced cost.
Subsidised Training
CSQ contributes towards course costs, significantly reducing your out-of-pocket expenses.
Industry Focused
Programs designed specifically for Queensland's building and construction industry workers.
Eligibility Support
We help you determine your eligibility and guide you through the funding application process.
What is CSQ Funding?
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) is an independent, industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices and career seekers in the building and construction industry. CSQ provides funding to eligible participants in the Queensland Building and Construction Industry to assist with their up-skilling and cross-skilling.
The full amount of Funding that Landscape Skills receives from CSQ for any Unit of Competency for any participant is being used towards the training for that participant.
What Courses Are Available?
CSQ Short Courses
The Short Courses program helps to provide upskilling and cross-skilling to participants within the Construction Industry in Queensland. The current program year is 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027.
CSQ Short Courses – Civil
CSQ FundedRIIMPO318F Conduct Civil Construction Skid Steer Loader Operations
Get your skid steer loader ticket with practical, hands-on civil construction training. Learn safe operation techniques for earthmoving and site preparation projects on Queensland construction sites.
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CSQ FundedRIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations
Gain your excavator ticket with hands-on civil construction training. Master safe excavator operation techniques for earthmoving and site preparation projects across Queensland construction and mining sites.
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CSQ FundedRIIMPO317F Conduct Roller Operations
Obtain your roller operations certification for civil construction sites. Master compaction techniques essential for road building, earthworks, and major infrastructure projects throughout Queensland.
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CSQ FundedRIIMPO321F Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations
Earn your front end loader ticket with nationally recognised training. Develop essential skills in loading, stockpiling, and material handling for civil construction sites across Queensland regions.
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CSQ FundedRIIHAN308F Load and Unload Plant
Gain competency in safely loading and unloading heavy plant equipment onto transport vehicles. Critical safety training for civil construction operators and transport professionals across Queensland.
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CSQ FundedRIICCM202E Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services
Learn to safely identify, locate, and protect underground utilities before excavation begins. Essential compliance training for civil construction and earthmoving professionals working across Queensland.
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CSQ FundedRIIHAN309F Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations
Get certified to operate telescopic materials handlers on construction sites. Learn safe lifting, carrying, and placement techniques essential for modern civil construction and building projects.
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CSQ FundedRIIRIS301E Apply Risk Management Processes
Develop essential risk management skills for civil construction environments. Learn to identify workplace hazards, assess risks, and implement effective control measures on active construction sites.
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CSQ FundedRIIWMG203E Drain and Dewater Civil Construction Sites
Master drainage and dewatering techniques for civil construction sites. Essential training for managing water on excavation and earthmoving projects to maintain safe and productive work environments.
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CSQ FundedRIIMPO326E Conduct Water Vehicle Operations
Gain certification to operate water carts and tankers on construction and mining sites. Learn safe water vehicle operation and dust suppression techniques required across Queensland project sites.
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Skills Assessment and Gap Training
The Skills Assessment and Gap Training (SAGT) program will provide a pathway for eligible participants to have their existing skills recognised and provide gap training to achieve qualifications within the Building and Construction Industry in Queensland.
It is a program for workers and career seekers with significant experience in the industry to undertake Recognition of Prior Learning and Gap Training to obtain a qualification. The current program year is 26 October 2026 to 26 October 2027.
SAGT – Building
SAGT – Civil
What Costs Are Involved?
The CSQ contribution and co-contribution fee for each course are listed below. Eligible participants pay no co-contribution fee for the courses shown. All funding is subject to eligibility.
Short Courses – Civil
| Short Course Code | Short Course Title | CSQ Contribution | Co-Contribution Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIIMPO317F | Conduct roller operations | $610 | $0 |
| RIIMPO318F | Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations | $610 | $0 |
| RIIMPO320F | Conduct civil construction excavator operations | $610 | $0 |
| RIIMPO321F | Conduct civil construction wheeled front-end loader operations | $610 | $0 |
| RIIHAN308F | Load and unload plant | $330 | $0 |
| RIIHAN309F | Conduct telescopic materials handler operations | $660 | $0 |
| RIIMPO326E | Conduct water vehicle operations | $550 | $0 |
| RIIRIS301E | Apply risk management processes | $280 | $0 |
| RIIWMG203E | Drain and dewater civil construction sites | $280 | $0 |
| RIICCM202E | Identify, locate and protect underground services | $280 | $0 |
Short Courses – Building
| Short Course Code | Short Course Title | CSQ Contribution | Co-Contribution Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBESB402 | Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of New Business Ventures | $440 | $0 |
SAGT – Building
| Course Code | Course Title | Maximum CSQ Funding Contribution | Co-Contribution Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHC30921 | Certificate III in Landscape Construction | $4,840 | $0 |
SAGT – Civil
| Course Code | Course Title | Maximum CSQ Funding Contribution | Co-Contribution Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| RII30820 | Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations | $5,720 | $0 |
What Regions Is The Funding Available?
| Course Code | Course Title | Gold Coast | Greater Brisbane | Sunshine Coast | Wide Bay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AHC30921 | Certificate III in Landscape Construction | ||||
| RII30820 | Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations | ||||
| RIIMPO317F | Conduct roller operations | ||||
| RIIMPO318F | Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations | ||||
| RIIMPO320F | Conduct civil construction excavator operations | ||||
| RIIMPO321F | Conduct civil construction wheeled front-end loader operations | ||||
| RIIHAN308F | Load and unload plant | ||||
| RIIHAN309F | Conduct telescopic materials handler operations | ||||
| RIIMPO326E | Conduct water vehicle operations | ||||
| RIIRIS301E | Apply risk management processes | ||||
| RIIWMG203E | Drain and dewater civil construction sites | ||||
| RIICCM202E | Identify, locate and protect underground services | ||||
| BSBESB402 | Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of New Business Ventures |
Am I Eligible?
There are different eligibility requirements for each program. As a minimum, you will need to:
- Have the right to work in Australia; and
- Permanently works (or has worked in the last 6 months) in the Building and Construction Industry in Queensland
Please contact us to check your eligibility for any of the CSQ funding programs.
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