Vocational Education in Australia
Australia specialises in vocational and technical educationfor tomorrow’s world.
Set yourself apart
In Australia’s vocational and technical educationinstitutions you will gain career-focussed 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.
Gain a recognised 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.
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 tradesperson or technician |
| Certificate IV | 12-18 months | supervisor |
| Diploma | 18-24 months | para-professional |
| Advanced diploma | 24-36 months | junior manager |
Almost all Australian secondary schools also offer vocational education programs in addition to the standard school curriculum. These programs are based on the same competencies and lead to a recognised national qualification.
Other courses available
Many institutes also provide accredited English language training and Foundation Studies for entry to university Diploma and Bachelor Degree courses.
VTE institutes in Australia also have considerable international experience designing and delivering specialty courses for large or small groups.
Academic year
PublicThe public vocational and technical education, or TAFE Institutes, year runs from February to December. TAFE courses vary from short half-day courses to full-time courses lasting three years. Most courses begin at the start of the academic year, however, there are some courses that have a mid-year intake.
PrivateEnglish language training, business and other private institutions run classes from January to December with a short break during the Christmas-New Year period.
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