TAFE NSW Women in Business
The TAFE Women in Business initiative offers a fully subsidised online program for women who want to establish a micro or small business, or who are already operating a business.
You can choose from a range of topics to build a program personalised to your specific needs and access online events.
Events and training finder
Use an interactive online tool to find government-run or government-funded events and training programs designed to improve your business skills.
You can search according to your specific circumstances and generate a list of programs that suit your needs.
Self-Employment Assistance
You may be eligible for services and support from the Australian Government’s Self Employment Assistance program.
This includes:
- self-employment workshops
- business plan development for micro-business owners
- accredited small business training
- business advice sessions, and
- business health checks.
If you are aged 18 years or older, you may also be eligible for 12 months of personalised small business coaching.
Support for women in trades
Women who start an eligible apprenticeship can access additional non-financial support from the Australian Government.
This includes:
- entrepreneurship training
- information on career options and apprenticeship pathways
- industry mentoring
- access to professional networks.