CSQ-Funded Solar & Battery Training in Queensland
Looking to upskill in solar or battery training without carrying the full cost yourself? CSQ funding can help make that step more accessible for eligible Queensland workers.
Construction Skills Queensland is an independent, not-for-profit body that supports training across the building and construction industry through selected training providers.
New Energy Training has been allocated funding under CSQ’s Short Courses program for selected renewable energy training.
About CSQ funding
CSQ-funded training is delivered through approved Registered Training Organisations across Queensland. The aim is simple: help more people build practical skills, update their knowledge and stay current in industry. For eligible students, CSQ contributes toward the cost of approved training, which helps reduce the amount you pay.
At New Energy Training, this funding supports short course options designed to help existing workers upskill or cross-skill in targeted areas of the renewable energy industry.
CSQ-funded courses at New Energy Training
CSQ funding is applicable to selected short courses, including:
Course fees and subsidies
Grid-Connect PV Systems Design & Install
Duration
5 Days with Online Pre-work
Prerequisites
Students must hold a current, unrestricted electrical licence.
Units of Competency:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
UEERE0054 – Conduct site survey for grid-connected photovoltaic and battery storage systems
UEERE0061 – Design grid-connected photovoltaic power supply systems
UEERE0080 – Install photovoltaic power conversion equipment to grid
UEERE0081 – Install photovoltaic systems to power conversion equipment
Funding information:
UEERE0061 – CSQ Funding Amount – $720.00
UEERE0081 – CSQ Funding Amount – $610.00
UEERE0054- Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $600.00
UEERE0080- Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $600.00
Admin Fee – $50.00
So, the full breakdown is as follows:
NET Student Fee: $1250.00
CSQ Funding: $1330.00
Total Program Fee: $2580.00
Grid-Connected Battery Storage Design & Install
Duration
5 Days with Online Pre-work
Prerequisites
Students must hold a current, unrestricted electrical licence and have previously completed the following unit of competency:
UEERE0061 – Design Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Power Supply Systems
Units of Competency:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
UEERE0054 -Conduct Site Survey for Grid-Connected Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems
UEERE0078 – Install Battery Storage to Power Conversion Equipment
UEERE0077 – Install Battery Storage Equipment Power Conversion Equipment to Grid
UEERE0060 – Design Grid-Connected Battery Storage Systems
Funding Information:
UEERE0060 – CSQ Funding Amount – $940.00
UEERE0078 – CSQ Funding Amount – $440.00
UEERE0077 – CSQ Funding Amount – $440.00
UEERE0054 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $600.00
Admin Fee – $50.00
So, the full breakdown is as follows:
Student Fee: $650.00
Funding per program: $1820.00
Total Program Fee: $2470.00
Grid-Connected Battery Storage Install Only
Duration
2 Days with Online Pre-work
Prerequisites
Students must hold a current, unrestricted electrical licence.
NOTE: Students must have completed the PV Systems Design & Install competencies to be able to apply for the SAA Battery Install Only accreditation.
Units of Competency:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
UEERE0054 – Conduct Site Survey for Grid-Connected Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems
UEERE0078 – Install Battery Storage to Power Conversion Equipment
UEERE0077 – Install Battery Storage Equipment Power Conversion Equipment to Grid
Graduates who complete the course will also be eligible to apply for Grid-Connected Battery Storage Design and Install Accreditation through Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA).
Funding Information:
UEERE0078 – CSQ Funding Amount – $440.00
UEERE0077 – CSQ Funding Amount – $440.00
UEERE0054 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $600.00
Admin Fee – $50.00
So, the full breakdown is as follows:
Student Fee: $650.00
Funding per program: $880.00
Total Program Fee: $1530.00
Certified Designer (Grid-Connect PV & Battery Systems Design-Only)
Duration
Online
Prerequisites
Nil
Units of Competency:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
UEERE0054 – Conduct site survey for grid-connected photovoltaic and battery storage systems
UEERE0051 – Apply electrical principles to renewable energy design
UEERE0061 – Design grid-connected photovoltaic power supply systems
UEERE0060 – Design grid-connected battery storage systems
Funding Information:
UEERE0054 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $600.00
UEERE0051 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $900.00
UEERE0061 – CSQ Funding Amount – $720.00
UEERE0060 – CSQ Funding Amount – $940.00
Admin Fee – $50.00
So, the full breakdown is therefore as follows:
Student Fee: $1550.00
Funding per program: $1660.00
Total Program Fee: $3210.00
Standalone PV/Genset Systems (FULL)
Duration
5 Days with Online Pre-work
Prerequisites
Students must hold a current, unrestricted electrical licence.
Units of Competency:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
UEERE0055 – Conduct site survey for off-grid PV/Genset systems
UEERE0063 – Design off-grid PV/Genset systems
UEERE0079 – Install off-grid power conversion equipment
UEERE0078 – Install battery storage to power conversion equipment
UEERE0081 – Install photovoltaic systems to power conversion equipment
Funding Information:
UEERE0055 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $900.00
UEERE0063 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $900.00
UEERE0079 – Not funded by CSQ. Cost is $900.00
UEERE0078 – CSQ Funding Amount – $440.00
UEERE0081 – CSQ Funding Amount – $610.00
Admin Fee – $50.00
So, the full breakdown is as follows:
Student Fee: $2750.00
Funding per program: $950.00
Total Program Fee: $3700.00
Eligibility and applying
The CSQ funding is only available for individuals who meet the eligibility requirements. These are listed by CSQ as follows:
An Eligible Participant for this Program
MUST BE:
- an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident; or
- a Participant who has the right to work in Australia on a valid VISA prescribed by Construction Skills Queensland and has been employed in the Building and Construction Industry for a period of 6 months or more, and is
- an Eligible Worker in Queensland, or is
- an unemployed Eligible Worker who has been unemployed for a period not greater than 6 months in Queensland.
MUST NOT BE:
- an Employee of an Authority;
- currently enrolled and participating in a Queensland secondary school program;
- a contracted trainer or assessor or existing worker of an RTO;
- funded by an Authority or such other source for delivery of the same training being undertaken as part of this Program;
- funded for more than eight (8) Short Courses under this Program (either in Building Specific and/or Civil Specific) in the same Program period;
- funded for more than three (3) high risk work (HRW) Units of Competency (excluding Asbestos Units of Competency) in the same Program period;
- a Participant seeking a Verification of Competency.
In addition to obtaining a copy of the participant’s relevant ID documents, we will also require evidence from the employer confirming that the participant is an “Eligible Worker” as follows (NOTE: If this doesn’t show below, it will be an attachment):
Eligible Worker
Employed and substantially engaged in the Queensland Building and Construction Industry.
OR
Unemployed for less than 6 months in a role which would meet the employed and substantially engaged requirements of an Eligible Worker.
Evidence required:
Employer letter on letter head, dated and signed by the employer which confirms:
a) the role of the Participant; and
b) the duties being undertaken by the Participant that demonstrate substantial engagement in the industry priorities identified in the supporting resources.
OR
Statutory Declaration providing details of employment which would ordinarily be on the employer letter.
OR
Self Employed and substantially engaged in the Queensland Building and Construction Industry.
Evidence required:
Copy of ABN/ACN registration showing ownership and Invoices for recent work in the industry.
OR
Statutory Declaration providing details of business registration and recent work in the industry.
Need help?
If you have questions about CSQ funding, course suitability or eligibility, get in touch with New Energy Training and our team can point you in the right direction.