A range of different organisations can help you improve your reading, writing and number skills.  You can also learn skills for further training and work in your local area, or online.

Talk to a person who can help

Call our Infoline.  We can talk to you about what you’d like to learn, and help you find some options that will suit you.

Ask about preparing for further study or work through TAFEstart by ringing the TAFE Information Line on 1800 882 661.

Learn in your community

Adult Community Education (ACE) providers in your region can help you improve your reading, writing and number skills.  Many ACE providers also offer programs to help you get computer and other workplace skills.

You'll learn in a small friendly group, or even get one on one coaching.  ACE programs are usually free or low cost.  For help with reading, writing and numbers, see the ACE providers and services in your region, or call the Infoline. 

Skills for work in your region

Learn skills to start you on a path to further training or work.

For help in finding work, and getting job skills through training and work experience, find the services in your region to the right of this page, or call the Infoline.

Skills you can learn include:

  • using a computer
  • getting your Ls – road rules, signs and road markings, and safety
  • getting your P1s – operate a vehicle safely under the guidance of a driving instructor
  • working in community services - senior first aid, and child-safe environments
  • doing basic home maintenance – safety procedures, emergency situations
  • getting Office skills – tables, charts, graphs, word processing and desktop publishing software, internet.

See the services in your region to the right of this page, or call our Infoline.