Government Funded Truck Licence

What Is the Government Funded Truck Licence Program?

• Singh Truck Driving School (through its RTO operations) has offered a government-backed funding initiative that covers 75% of truck licence training costs. ADT NSW

• This funding aims to make it much more affordable for eligible people to train for heavy vehicle licences and join the transport industry. ADT NSW

• Note: The funding program has very limited slots, and as per the current ALLTRUCK-/ADT-NSW page, applications are closed.

Eligibility Criteria for Funding

To qualify for the 75%-funded licence training, you needed to meet all the following conditions: ADT NSW

1. Age Requirement

   • You must be 40 years or older. ADT NSW

2. Residency

   • Be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident. ADT NSW

3. Employment / Income Status

   • Currently employed but at risk of entering the income-support system, or

   • Recently unemployed (within the last 12 months) and not registered with a federal employment services provider. ADT NSW

4. Skills Checkpoint Assessment

   • Complete a “Skills Checkpoint for Older Workers” assessment. Training needs must be identified in that assessment as part of a Career Plan. ADT NSW

How the Application Process Worked

• Once you provided your full name, email, and phone number, a representative from the training organisation (like Guru Truck Driving School / ALLTRUCK Driver Training) would contact you to help complete your application. ADT NSW

• Funding approval was required before beginning the course. ADT NSW

• Because funding is limited, spots were very competitive, and offers could be changed or withdrawn. ADT NSW

• For questions or to check for future funding: call 1300 521 289 (the number listed on the ADT-NSW page) or email info@adt.nsw.edu.au

Important Notes & Caveats

• Even though that particular funding round is currently closed, Singh Truck Driving School encourages interested candidates to register their interest — any future funding (or similar programs) may open again.

• Use of such funding may restrict your ability to use other government subsidies or funding programs — check with the training provider for current terms. ADT NSW+1

• The training under this program is aligned with the Heavy Vehicle Competency Based Assessment (HVCBA) scheme used in NSW. NSW Government+1

• If you undergo HVCBA, you will need a logbook to record your mandatory training hours, and you must pass a Final Competency Assessment (FCA) with a Transport-accredited assessor. NSW Government

Why This Funding Program Matters

• Reduces Financial Barrier: By covering 75% of the cost, the program made it much easier for people (especially older workers) to access heavy-vehicle training. ADT NSW

• Supports Workforce Growth: With a global shortage of qualified truck drivers, such funding helps grow the professional driving workforce.

• Encourages Upskilling: Enables people who already have a driver’s licence to upgrade to heavy vehicle licences (MR, HR, HC) without bearing the full cost.

• Flexible Training: Because training is done via HVCBA, learners can choose their own RTO, select their vehicle type (rigid or combination), and book assessments at convenient times. NSW Government

What to Do If You Missed This Funding Round

• Contact Singh Truck Driving School — Ask if there is a waitlist or future funding rounds.

• Explore Other Subsidies — Inquire about programs like Smart & Skilled (NSW government) that might support heavy-vehicle training. Transport for NSW

• Prepare for HVCBA — Even without funding, you can enrol for training + assessment under the regular HVCBA scheme. Transport for NSW+1

• Monitor Government Programs — Check with NSW Skills, Transport for NSW, and related government agencies for updated funding opportunities.