Career development support
RSL Queensland provides tailored career development support for transitioning and ex-serving Defence members, and the partners of current or ex-serving serving Defence members.
Available Australia-wide, this free service is designed to help you build a meaningful, sustainable career.
Navigate your career journey with confidence
Are you:
- Transitioning from Defence?
- Re-entering the workforce?
- Exploring different career or study paths?
- Not sure of your career goals?
- Seeking greater balance, satisfaction or purpose?
Wherever you are on your career journey, our expert career consultants are here to guide you – free of charge.
They’ll work with you to understand yourself, the job market and how to progress towards a sustainable, rewarding career.
What we offer
Our service is built on the principles of lifelong learning, self-awareness and informed decision-making, as outlined in the Australian Blueprint for Career Development. We help you:
Explore your career options
Identify your strengths, values and interests through personalised career counselling. Discover career paths that align with your unique experience and aspirations.
Gain insights for success
Understand current job market trends and emerging industries. Explore upskilling opportunities, vocational training and educational pathways that support your goals.
Build a career action plan
Receive a tailored, step-by-step plan to help you move forward with clarity and purpose. Get connected with trusted education providers, training organisations and employment services.
Receive ongoing support
Our consultants provide guidance as you progress, helping you to navigate the tertiary education environment (if applicable) and adapt and grow in your career journey.
Why contact RSL Queensland?
Free nationwide
This free service is available right across Australia. We can help you online or via phone.
Experts who care
Speak to caring, professional career counsellors and rehabilitation consultants. Our team has an in-depth understanding of veterans’ and partners’ career needs and opportunities.
1:1 guidance tailored for you
We offer career counselling tailored for your needs, strengths and job market realities, helping you towards a fulfilling, long-term career.
Best practice tools and resources
Our support is grounded in Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) best practices and aligned with the Career Development Blueprint.
Take the first step today
Your next chapter starts with a conversation. Whether you have a clear goal or are just beginning to explore, we’re here to help you build a fulfilling future.
How we can support you
Our career development support can help you:
- identify ideal career options for your experience, strengths, needs and passions
- optimise your job satisfaction and work-life balance
- understand job prospects and study or training requirements for different careers
- gain clarity and confidence on your career goals and direction
- start a new career or re-enter the workforce.
Let us help guide you towards your ideal career
Get in touch with the RSL career development team, who can provide you with free support online or over the phone.
An ex-serving member of the regular ADF must:
- have Australian residence status
- have served at least one day continuous full time service (CFTS)
- not be currently in or eligible for the DVA Work Rehabilitation Program or Veterans’ Vocational Rehabilitation Scheme (VVRS) that offers vocational components
A partner must:
- have Australian residence status
- be married or the de facto partner of a current or ex-serving ADF member who has served at least one day of continuous full time service (CFTS)
A current full-time serving member of the regular ADF must:
- have Australian residence status
- have a confirmed discharge date no later than four (4) months in the future
- be aware of Defence Force Transition Program (DFTP) entitlements
- not be currently in a Defence/DVA Work Rehabilitation Program that offers vocational components
For ex-serving Defence members:
A range of financial and other assistance is available through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Rehabilitation Program. Please visit the DVA website for further information.
For those transitioning out of service, please refer to the assistance available under the Defence Force Transition Program (DFTP).
Veteran Scholarships | University of Southern Queensland
Caloundra RSL Sub Branch Scholarship | University of the Sunshine Coast
TAFE Queensland Defence to Civilian Success Training Program
Email - defence@tafeqld.edu.au
Fee-Free* Short Courses & Full Qualifications | TAFE NSW
For partners:
Caloundra RSL Sub Branch Scholarship | University of the Sunshine Coast
TAFE Queensland Defence to Civilian Success Training Program
Email - defence@tafeqld.edu.au
Fee-Free* Short Courses & Full Qualifications | TAFE NSW
For children/grandchildren of veterans (veteran dependants):
Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT)
Scholarships for veteran dependants are available through our partnership with AVCAT. Applications open annually from 18 August to 31 October.
For more information, click here.
Caloundra RSL Sub Branch Scholarship | University of the Sunshine Coast
Fee-Free* Short Courses & Full Qualifications | TAFE NSW