Prepare to Launch

Skilling Queenslanders for Work

Are you searching for your next career move, training pathway, or volunteering opportunity but not quite sure where to begin?

If you’re feeling stuck, unsure, or ready to sharpen your skills, Prepare to Launch is your next step forward.

For further information about the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program from the Department of Trade, Employment and Training, click the button below.

Course Details

Course includes:

Crucial Conversations training – for effective communication
Community Induction Program training
Personalised Career Development Plan including resume writing, interview coaching, skill development, and job search techniques
Targeted training and upskilling opportunities
Direct access to employment and training opportunities through various industries

This course is valued over $3,100 and delivered at no cost to eligible participants.

Program dates

Duration: Six week program / 2 days per week.
Dates:

Program #2 – 20 October to 25 November 2026
Program #3 – 2 February to 10 March 2027
Program #4 – 2 March to 21 April 2027

Townsville Program

Are you searching for your next career move, training pathway, or volunteering opportunity but not quite sure where to begin? If you’re feeling stuck, unsure, or ready to sharpen your skills, Prepare to Launch is your next step forward.

Guided by Together Townsville’s four pillars — Networks, Training, Partnerships, and Connections — the program builds participants’ confidence and employability while giving business partners space to showcase their opportunities through practical learning and clear pathways into work or further training.

Participants will gain real-life experience that builds their confidence and skills while providing employment exposure and pathways across various industries over a 6 weeks course, delivered 2 days per week.

Business Partners

Business Partners can support by:

attending the Program as a guest speaker, sharing about their workforce requirements and employer expectations, industry pathways and job availabilities
allowing participants to attend a site visit at their premises to learn how their business is structured and what staffing requirements look like
sharing job vacancies with participants who may be potential applicants

This Skilling Queenslanders for Work project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government.

Questions?

Got questions about eligibility, program dates, or how the Prepare to Launch program can help you take the next step in your career? We are here to help!

Reach out to our Program Co-ordinator, Teresa Hope, and she will be more than happy to guide you through the process:

Email: programs@cictownsville.com.au