FOUNDATION SKILLS PROGRAM - PHASE 3 - NEW PROVIDER APPLICATION

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National Skills Agreement - Increasing Access to Foundation Skills Program - Phase 3

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Program Information

The National Skills Agreement (NSA) Ensuring Access to Foundation Skills Implementation Plan between the Australian and NSW Governments supports increased access to foundation skills training, particularly for underserved communities across NSW.

The Foundation Skills Program – Phase 3 (FS Program) is the final phase of the Program under the NSA and will operate from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028.

The program aims to:

  • increase access to foundation skills training across NSW;
  • address unmet demand and barriers to foundation skills delivery and participation; and
  • improve access and outcomes for priority learners and communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners and learners in underserviced locations.

The FS Program supports accredited and non-accredited foundation skills training in areas including English language, literacy, numeracy, digital and employability skills.

Contract Period - January 2027 to December 2028.

Providers must read the National Skills Agreement - Foundation Skills Program - Phase 3 Program Guidelines before completing this application. Please use this form to apply for funding under this program.

Applications close Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

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Provider Eligibility

1. Please indicate which programs your organisation is currently contracted for: Smart and Skilled, Adult and community education (ACE) Program, and / or National Skills Agreement Foundation Skills Program funding. * Required
2. If you selected Smart and Skilled in the above question, is your organisation classified as a "Community Based Adult Education Provider" in its Registered Training Organisation (RTO) status? * Required
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3. As of 30 June 2025, did your organisation have at least one eligible foundation skills qualification or accredited foundation skills course on its RTO scope of registration? (See Attachment 9.2 - Provider Eligibility Requirement - Foundation Skills Qualifications and accredited courses). * Required
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  • "3. As of 30 June 2025, did your organisation have at least one eligible foundation skills qualification or accredited foundation skills course on its RTO scope of registration? (See Attachment 9.2 - Provider Eligibility Requirement - Foundation Skills Qualifications and accredited courses)." on page 1

Application Questions (Not Applicable)

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  • "3. As of 30 June 2025, did your organisation have at least one eligible foundation skills qualification or accredited foundation skills course on its RTO scope of registration? (See Attachment 9.2 - Provider Eligibility Requirement - Foundation Skills Qualifications and accredited courses)." on page 1

Capability of Staff

a) Are fully qualified Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) trainers and assessors (including both accredited and non-accredited qualifications) b) Are currently undertaking qualifications or professional development related to Foundation Skills delivery c) Meet the minimum trainer qualifications for non-accredited delivery as per program requirements (Outlined in the Program guidelines) d) The number of support staff providing vocational and non-vocational support.

Strategies to Meet Learner Needs

Please include in your response how your organisation supports learners from diverse backgrounds, including priority groups such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners and those requiring additional support. Also, describe how you assist learners with their education or employment goals, as well as how you address non-vocational needs like mental health, housing, and wrap-around supports.

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Application Spreedsheet Submission (Not Applicable)

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  • "3. As of 30 June 2025, did your organisation have at least one eligible foundation skills qualification or accredited foundation skills course on its RTO scope of registration? (See Attachment 9.2 - Provider Eligibility Requirement - Foundation Skills Qualifications and accredited courses)." on page 1

Please complete the following tabs in the Application Spreadsheet and attach the spreadsheet to your application submission:

Tab 1: Historical Delivery – Provide details of your organisation’s foundation skills delivery activities since January 2023.

Tab 2: Proposal for Future Delivery – Outline your plans for use of the requested funds, including proposed delivery locations and target cohorts.

Tab 3: Locations with Gaps in Access (if applicable) – For any proposed delivery locations not identified as priority locations in the program guidelines, list each community, identify access gaps to be addressed, and provide supporting evidence, including consideration of existing foundation skills supply in each region.

Tab 4: Community Connection – For each location listed in your future delivery proposal (Tab 2), describe your organisation’s physical presence, historical activity, established networks, partnerships, and community development activities.

Completion and submission of all relevant tabs is required for your application to be considered.

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    • "3. As of 30 June 2025, did your organisation have at least one eligible foundation skills qualification or accredited foundation skills course on its RTO scope of registration? (See Attachment 9.2 - Provider Eligibility Requirement - Foundation Skills Qualifications and accredited courses)." on page 1

    1. Provide details of the Foundation Skills training your organisation proposes to deliver for at least the first 12 months of the grant period.

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