Pre-accredited training programs
Pre-accredited training programs:
- help Victorian adults, particularly those who have not achieved Year 12 or an equivalent qualification, develop the core skills they need for study, work and life. Core skills include literacy, numeracy, English language, and employability skills, including digital skills
- focus on creating pathways for learners to further education and training and to employment
- are short modular courses that are unique and separate from accredited training programs, with their own A-frames (course and session plans) and objectives
- are designed to be flexible, meet learners’ needs and support them to return to study, improve their literacy and numeracy skills, find qualification pathways and broaden their employment options.
2026 Training Delivery
The Learn Local sector plays an important role in supporting people to:
- re-engage with education and training
- have positive learning experiences
- build confidence and skills
This helps people to improve their lives and take the next steps towards their future.
The delivery of ACFE Board-funded training programs is a core component of this work.
In 2026, student contact hours will be available under the following programs streams:
- General Pre-accredited Training
- Digital Skills Places (negotiated through National Skills Agreement)
Refer to the 2026 ACFE Training Delivery Guidelines(opens in a new window) for information on the EOI process for both program streams.
Expression of Interest process
Learn Local providers can request ACFE training delivery hours through an Expression of Interest (EOI).
The 2026 EOI opens on 27 August and closes on 17 September 2025.
Download 2026 EOI resources from the Learn Local sector hub in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window). Resources include:
- 2026 ACFE Training Delivery Guidelines
- 2026 Delivery Plan
- 2026 ACFE Training Program Table
- Learner Eligibility Assessment and Evidence
Submitting your application for 2026 ACFE training delivery
- Send your proposed 2026 Delivery Plan to training.participation@djsir.vic.gov.au by 17 September 2025.
- Submit your Module Plans and Session Plans with your EOI application or separately by 31 October 2025.
If you are a registered Learn Local provider and don’t have access to the Learn Local Secure portal, please contact your local regional office.
General Pre-accredited training
General Pre-accredited training curriculum can be centrally or locally developed, for delivery through the program categories:
- Language
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Employability
- Engagement
Locally developed General Pre-accredited training modules must be consistent with either the PQF+(opens in a new window) or Pre-accredited Quality Framework (PQF 2013)(opens in a new window).
All new modules must be developed using PQF+ templates.
Access PQF+ templates and centrally developed curriculum from the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
Digital Skills Places
A Victorian Budget 2025-26 initiative, negotiated through the National Skills Agreement, over four-year period concluding at the end 2029:
- for development of core digital skills required to make use of digital devices and online applications, for study, work and life.
- may include centrally and locally developed curriculum.
- delivered through the Digital Skills program stream.
The ACFE Board provide curriculum and resources for General Pre-accredited and Additional Digital and Employability Places program streams that are:
- quality-assured
- centrally developed
The list of centrally developed curriculum and module codes is available from the Learn Local sector hub, in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window). Please note, we will add new modules as they become available.
When planning your EOI responses, please review these centrally developed resources as a first consideration.
Centrally developed resources can be used as they are or be adapted.
Two online information sessions were held by the department in partnership with the VET Development Centre (VDC).
These sessions focused on:
- priorities for 2026 training delivery
- program streams
- Expression of Interest (EOI) timelines
Download a copy of the information session presentation and Frequently Asked Questions fact sheet from the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
2025 Training Delivery
The Learn Local sector plays a vital role in providing opportunities for people to:
- re-engage with education and training
- participate in positive learning experiences
- gain the confidence and skills they need to improve their lives and take the next steps towards their future.
The delivery of ACFE Board-funded training programs is a core component of this work.
Expressions of Interest (EOI) were open for ACFE 2025 training delivery hours from 29 August to 20 September 2024.
Learn Local providers could request ACFE training delivery hours under the following program streams as applicable:
- General Pre-accredited Training
- Additional Digital and Employability Places
The EOI processes for both program streams are covered in the same EOI guidelines. For access to the guidelines, see 2025 ACFE Training Delivery Guidelines(opens in a new window).
Additional 2025 EOI resources can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub, located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window). These include:
- 2025 ACFE Training Delivery Guidelines
- 2025 Delivery Plan
- 2025 ACFE Training Program Table
- Learner Eligibility Assessment and Evidence
General Pre-accredited Training
General Pre-accredited training includes centrally and locally developed curriculum, for delivery through the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, Employability and Engagement program categories.
Locally developed General Pre-accredited training modules (previously known as courses) must be consistent with either the Pre-accredited Quality Framework(opens in a new window) (PQF 2013) for existing modules or the PQF+ for any new modules.
PQF+ templates can be accessed from the Learn Local sector hub, located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
Additional Digital and Employability Places
Digital Literacy Essentials and Employability with a Digital Component.
The Victorian Budget 2023–24 provides funding over two years, to address the skills knowledge based required to ensure thousands of pre-accredited learners have the digital literacy and employability skills they need to improve their employment prospects.
Training delivery hours are available in 2025 as part of the second year of the Additional Digital and Employability Pre-accredited Places Budget initiative. This will include centrally and locally developed curriculum, for delivery through the Digital Literacy Essentials and Employability with a Digital Component training delivery program categories.
Quality-assured, centrally developed curriculum and resources have been developed within the General Pre-accredited and Additional Digital and Employability Places program streams.
The list of ACFE Board centrally developed curriculum and module codes is available from the Learn Local sector hub, located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window). Please note, new modules will be added as they become available.
Learn Local providers should review and use or adapt these centrally developed resources as a first consideration when planning their EOI responses. These resources are available on the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
Two online information sessions were held by the department in partnership with the VET Development Centre (VDC) on 5 September and 10 September 2024.
The 2025 ACFE training delivery information sessions focused on priorities for 2025 General Pre-accredited and Additional Digital and Employability Places training delivery program streams, including information on Expression of Interest (EOI) timelines.
A frequently asked questions factsheet has been developed to answer common questions raised in the information sessions.
A copy of the information session presentation and frequently asked questions fact sheet can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub, located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
The 2025 Training Delivery Support Grant (TDSG) provides funds to eligible Learn Local providers that are contracted to deliver pre-accredited training. The purpose of this grant is to support the purchase of equipment and resources to facilitate the delivery and reporting of quality programs and services to learners experiencing educational disadvantage.
For more information please see:
- 2025 Training Delivery Support Grant Guidelines
- 2025 Training Delivery Support Grant Purchase Plan and Acquittal form
These can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub, located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
Expressions of Interest (EOI) were open for the 2025 Allocation Variation process from 17 February 2025 to 15 August 2025.
Learn Local providers could request variations to their 2025 Delivery Plan for:
- Additional Pre-accredited hours
- Return of hours
- Variation to Program Stream and/or Local Government Area (LGA).
Requests could made at any time until the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
For further details, including 2025 variation criteria, please refer to:
- 2025 Learn Local Sector Memo: The pre-accredited allocation variation process for 2025 is now open
- 2025 Allocation Variation process – Expression of Interest guide
- 2025 Allocation Variation request form.
These resources can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub, located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
The 2025 ACFE Pre-accredited Training Data Entry and Reporting guidelines gives you information about the data that you need to collect and how to report it, in 2025.
Learn Local providers need to report data for all contracted program delivery, including:
- General pre-accredited
- Additional Digital and Employability Places
Download the 2025 Pre-accredited Training Data Entry and Reporting guidelines from the Learn Local sector hub. Located on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
2024 Training Delivery
The Learn Local sector plays a vital role in providing opportunities for people to:
- re-engage with education and training
- participate in positive learning experiences
- gain the confidence and skills they need to improve their lives and take the next steps towards their future.
The delivery of ACFE Board-funded training programs is a core component of this work.
Expressions of Interest (EOI) were open for ACFE 2024 training delivery hours from 28 August to 15 September 2023.
Learn Local providers could request ACFE training delivery hours under the following program streams as applicable:
- General Pre-accredited Training
- Additional Digital and Employability Places
Download the training delivery guidelines and EOI resources from the Learn Local sector hub. This is on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window). Resources include:
- 2024 ACFE Training Delivery Guidelines
- 2024 ACFE Training Program Table
- 2024 Training Delivery Plan
- Learner Eligibility Assessment and Evidence
General Pre-accredited Training
General Pre-accredited training includes centrally and locally developed curriculum, for delivery through the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, Employability and Engagement program categories.
Locally developed General Pre-accredited training modules (previously known as courses) must be consistent with the Pre-accredited Quality Framework(opens in a new window).
Additional Digital and Employability Places
Digital Literacy Essentials and Employability with a Digital Component.
The Victorian Budget 2023–24 provides funding over two years, to address the skills knowledge based required to ensure thousands of pre-accredited learners have the digital literacy and employability skills they need to improve their employment prospects.
Training delivery hours are available in 2024 as part of the first year of the Additional Digital and Employability Pre-accredited Places Budget initiative. This will include centrally and locally developed curriculum, for delivery through the Digital Literacy Essentials and Employability with a Digital Component training delivery program categories.
Quality-assured, centrally developed curriculum and resources have been developed within the General Pre-accredited and Additional Digital and Employability Places program streams.
Here is a list of ACFE Board centrally developed curriculum and module codes(opens in a new window). Please note, new modules will be added as they become available.
Learn Local providers should review and use or adapt these centrally developed resources as a first consideration when planning their EOI responses. These resources are available on the Learn Local Secure Portal(opens in a new window).
A copy of the 2024 ACFE provider information session presentation and 2024 ACFE training frequently asked questions fact sheet can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub. This is on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
The 2024 Training Delivery Support Grant (TDSG) provides funds to eligible Learn Local providers that are contracted to deliver pre-accredited training. The purpose of this grant is to support the purchase of equipment and resources to facilitate the delivery and reporting of quality programs and services to learners experiencing educational disadvantage.
For more information please see the 2024 Training Delivery Support Grant Guidelines.
These guidelines can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub. This is on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).The 2024 ACFE Pre-accredited Training Data Entry and Reporting guidelines gives you information about the data that you need to collect and how to report it, in 2024.
Learn Local providers need to report data for all contracted program delivery, including General pre-accredited and Additional Digital and Employability Places program delivery.
2024 Resources include:
- 2024 Pre-accredited Training Data Entry and Reporting Guidelines
- Pre-accredited Training Data Entry Requirements: A guide for Learn Local training providers
- Guide to uploading pre-accredited training data to the SVTS Portal
You can access the current guidelines and supporting documents from the Learn Local sector hub. This is on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
Expressions of Interest (EOI) were open for 2024 ACFE Delivery Plan variation from 8 April to 16 August 2024.
Learn Local providers could request Additional Pre-accredited Hours, Return of Hours and Variation to Program Stream and / or Local Government Area (LGA). Requests could be made at any time until the closing date.
To access full details, including variation criteria, please see:
- 2024 ACFE Delivery Plan Variation Expression of Interest (EOI) Memo
- 2024 Delivery Plan Variation Expression of Interest Guide
- 2024 Learn Local Delivery Plan Variation Request Form
These resources can be downloaded from the Learn Local sector hub. This is on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
Accessing past training delivery resources
Learn Local providers can access key documents for the 2023 contracting year through the Learn Local sector hub. This is on your Dashboard in the Learn Local secure portal(opens in a new window).
To access documents prior to 2023, please contact your Regional Office.
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