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Upskilling & Development Fund

Invest in Your Future with the Upskill & Development Fund

Take your career and skills to the next level with support from Hospitality NT. Our Upskill & Development Fund is designed to help our dedicated hospitality professionals grow and, in turn, strengthen our entire industry. Thanks to support we recieve from the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, we are excited to launch the 2025/26 Fund! 

Here’s what you need to know about the fund:

Important Update: How Funding is Now Processed

Please note a key change for this year: The Upskill & Development Fund now operates on a reimbursement basis only.

This means:

  • You must pay for your chosen training or activity upfront.
  • After you have successfully completed the approved activity, you can submit a reimbursement form along with valid receipts.
  • The grant payment will be disbursed to you after we have received all required documentation.

What can I use it for?
This fund supports a wide range of industry-specific training and professional development. Think short courses, masterclasses, workshops, and conferences that directly enhance your hospitality skills. Please note, this fund is not typically for full accredited qualifications (e.g., a Certificate III or Diploma). If you have an accredited course in mind, get in touch with us as we may have other funding options for you.

What are we looking for?
We want to support training that has a real impact. Successful applications will clearly show how the activity will:

  • Upskill you in your current role.
  • Help you progress in your hospitality career.
  • Improve service quality and benefit the wider NT hospitality sector.

How much funding is available?
You can apply for up to $2,000 towards your professional development. With a total fund of $45,000, we aim to support as many passionate individuals as possible.

Can I contribute too?
Absolutely! While not mandatory, we strongly encourage applicants to contribute towards the cost of their training. This helps us stretch the fund further and support even more people in our industry.

Help us celebrate success!
We love sharing stories that inspire others. If you receive funding, we’ll ask you to share a photo and/or a short testimonial about your experience. This helps us promote the fantastic work happening in NT hospitality and encourages others to apply.

The Application Form can be found here:

More information please contact the Hospitality NT Office

Ph: 8981 3650

Email: admin@hospitalitynt.com.au