
First Nations Training is a Queensland-based, Indigenous-led consultancy that specializes in culturally appropriate training and vocational education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The business is owned and led by Ian Ludwick, a Bulgun Warra, Ankamuthi, and Wakaman man from Hope Vale, Cape York, who has been delivering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training since 2010. Ian brings a wealth of experience as a former Advanced Care Paramedic, Queensland Police Officer, and film producer, combining professional, cultural, and creative expertise.

First Nations Training is a Queensland-based, Indigenous-led consultancy that specializes in culturally appropriate training and vocational education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The business is owned and led by Ian Ludwick, a Bulgun Warra, Ankamuthi, and Wakaman man from Hope Vale, Cape York, who has been delive
First Nations Training is a Queensland-based, Indigenous-led consultancy that specializes in culturally appropriate training and vocational education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The business is owned and led by Ian Ludwick, a Bulgun Warra, Ankamuthi, and Wakaman man from Hope Vale, Cape York, who has been delivering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training since 2010. Ian brings a wealth of experience as a former Advanced Care Paramedic, Queensland Police Officer, and film producer, combining professional, cultural, and creative expertise.

Gain the confidence and capability to work effectively in any organisation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training that strengthens communication, teamwork, and foundational business skills through culturally appropriate training and vocational education.

Explore creative storytelling and digital production through hands-on training that develops skills in filming, editing, and media communication, with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training and culturally appropriate training within vocational education.

Learn essential lifesaving skills and emergency response techniques through Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training, ensuring you receive culturally appropriate training to keep your community safe and respond confidently in any situation. This vocational education will equip you with the necessary tools to handle emergencies effectively.

Promote cultural safety and understanding in the workplace through workshops that offer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training, focusing on building respect, leadership, and cross-cultural communication, alongside culturally appropriate training in vocational education.
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Yes. First Nations Training delivers nationally accredited qualifications in partnership with the Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW (RTO ID: 91020). This partnership ensures all training meets the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) standards and is recognised across Australia. Learners receive accredited certificates while gaining culturally safe, community-focused education that reflects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, values, and ways of learning.
First Nations Training delivers culturally safe, nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) programs designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our courses cover Health and Community Services, Business and Workplace Skills, Screen and Media, and essential First Aid and CPR. We also provide Cultural Competency and Leadership Workshops for organisations seeking to create culturally safe workplaces. Training is offered face-to-face, online, and in remote community settings.
Yes. First Nations Training is 100% Indigenous owned and operated. The business is led by Ian Ludwick, a Bulgun Warra, Angkamuthi and Wakaman man from Hope Vale, Cape York. All training is designed and delivered by Indigenous trainers with lived experience in rural and remote communities, ensuring every program is authentic, culturally safe, and connected to Country and community.


If you're unsure about what type of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training or culturally appropriate training will work best for you, just tell us a little more about your needs in vocational education. We will get back to you as soon as possible with the answers you need!
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