Career Transition Assistance is designed to help people 45 years and over, to build their confidence and skills to become more competitive in their local labour market.
This animation follows Henry's journey with participating in Career Transition Assistance to receive help on his pathway to finding a job.
Get ready for work
Career Transition Assistance can help you get ready for work by:
- finding out how to transfer your existing skills and experiences to a new job
- improving your job search skills
- tailoring your job applications
It can also help to build your confidence with the technology that is typically found in workplaces.
Check your eligibility
If you are 45 years and over with a linked myGov account, you can register to participate in Career Transition Assistance. You are also eligible if you participate in:
- Workforce Australia Services with a Provider
- Workforce Australia Online Services
- Inclusive Employment Australia, or
- Parent Pathways
The program is free for eligible individuals, whether you are on income support or not.
How to get involved
How to get involved:
- If you are a Workforce Australia Online participant, you can self-refer to a course through your Workforce Australia Online account or by contacting the department’s Digital Services Contact Centre on 1800 314 677
- If you are registered with an employment services provider, talk to them about what courses might be suitable
- If you are not registered with an employment service but would like to know more about what Career Transition Assistance can offer, you can visit or contact your local Career Transition Assistance provider. You can locate your nearest provider by visiting the Workforce Australia Search Providers page, or contact the Digital Services Contact Centre on 1800 314 677 to find Career Transition Assistance courses in your area.
Individuals with an employment services provider can talk to their provider about referral to a suitable course.
CTA in real life
To see how Career Transition Assistance has helped people across Australia to change career, visit the Newsroom.
