Scholarship Overview
The Motor Traders' Association of Queensland scholarship initiative is designed to strengthen the region's automotive trade pipeline by assisting experienced tradespeople to become qualified workplace trainers and assessors. The program supports the growth of the industry by investing in trade professionals who can teach and mentor incoming apprentices through the MTA Institute, which educates over 2,000 students each year.
In the 2026 Round 2 intake, the scholarship was awarded to two trade professionals: Gerhard Van Zyl, a diesel mechanic with more than 15 years of industry experience, and Nicola Todd, an experienced commercial vehicle technician. Both awardees have extensive workplace experience in technical diagnostics, safety, and guiding apprentices.
Who Can Apply
Eligibility for this opportunity is based on the following general criteria:
- Applicants must be trade-qualified professionals.
- Candidates must actively work within the automotive industry in Queensland.
Additional eligibility requirements, age restrictions, or prerequisite qualifications are not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
Benefits
Recipients of the award receive key professional development support, including:
- Full coverage for the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment course.
- Financial funding worth over $3,000 per recipient.
- Opportunity to formalize skills in technical instruction, workplace assessment, and mentorship.
How to Apply
These scholarships are made available twice per year to qualified tradespeople in Queensland's automotive sector. Specific application steps, selection forms, submission addresses, and deadline dates are not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
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Always confirm deadlines and eligibility on the official scholarship website.