Study Australia - Vocational Education

Australia specializes in vocational and technical education for tomorrow’s world. In Australia’s vocational and technical education institutions you will gain career-focused skills that are valued and sought by employers. You can step directly into a career or use your vocational studies as a pathway to university.

Vocational courses encourage you to be an independent and active learner, both in the classroom and in work environments. The vast range of courses includes information technology, business and management, marketing and communications, health, science, design and the arts, television production and media, environmental studies and land management, sport and recreation, engineering and building, and hospitality and tourism. English language training and university preparation courses are also offered.

Study at a leading institution. In Australia you can study vocational courses at both public Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutes and private colleges. These institutions are carefully monitored by government, ensuring quality of courses, staff and teaching. They offer leading edge technology, excellent facilities and the flexibility to achieve your goals.

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Recognized Qualification

Gain a recognized qualification. Australian vocational and technical education graduates achieve qualifications under the Australian Qualifications Framework, such as Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas. These qualifications provide the foundation for progressing into higher course levels, including university degrees. No matter what your interest, Australia offers a vocational course to suit you. Build your skills, achieve your potential and follow your chosen pathway to a career or university.

VTE courses

Australia's vocational and technical education (VTE) providers offer a wide range of training options in the popular fields of computing, business studies, marketing, tourism and hospitality. Our VTE courses provide students with skills, called national industry competency standards, that employers have identified as critical to their work needs. These standards form the basis of assessment and students graduate as soon as they demonstrate their achievement. Commencement dates can vary for these courses.

Qualification	Duration	Career path
Certificate I	4-6 months	competent operator
Certificate II	6-8 months	advanced operator
Certificate III	about 12 months	qualified trade-sperson or technician
Certificate IV	12-18 months	supervisor
Diploma	18-24 months	para-professional
Advanced diploma	24-36 months	junior manager