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FEE FREE TRAINEESHIPS

There’s never been a better time to start a traineeship in NSW. The NSW Government is paying the course cost for 70,000 new traineeships – meaning trainees undertaking a government funded traineeship course no longer face a student fee of up to $1000.

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OPEN A DOOR TO YOUR FUTURE

Vocational Education and Training (VET) can help you move ahead in the career of your choice. VET offers you a huge range of opportunities to get the skills and knowledge that will set you up for life.

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CAREERS IN INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTION

For whatever you want to be. Jobs in-demand, high salaries and fee-free apprenticeships on offer.  All across NSW.

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FEE-FREE APPRENTICESHIPS

The NSW Government is covering the course fee of up to $2000 for 100,000 new apprentices.

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WHICH JOBS ARE IN DEMAND?

VET currently provides training courses for 8 out of 10 occupations predicted to have the greatest new jobs growth over the next few years.

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WHY CHOOSE VET

VET offers possibilities for every career, providing qualifications in demand by employers, opening doors to well paid jobs.

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Achieve with VET

VET courses, including apprenticeships and traineeships, can lead to over 500 career pathways. Here are just some of the success stories.

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  • Jackson Harvey

    The story

    Caring for his sick grandfather and volunteer work at an aged care facility set Jackson on his pathway to a career in health and aged care. “These experiences opened my eyes to how much of an impact nurses have on patients and their families,” he says. “I wanted to make a difference to people going through the hardships of major health problems.”

    The success

    Jackson completed a school-based traineeship, which saw him learn on the job at his local hospital one day a week. His traineeship counted as points towards his HSC, meaning he graduated with his higher school certificate and TAFE NSW Certificate III at the same time. “The traineeship provided me with employment and expanded the network of managers and supervisors who might consider me as an employee in the future,” he says.

    VET courses studied

    Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care)

  • Gillian Markham

    The story

    After a decade in the events and tourism industry, Gillian wanted a formal qualification to back up her on-the-job experience. In 2016, she completed two diplomas through TAFE NSW while working full-time.

    The success

    Gillian has leveraged her VET qualifications to achieve her dream career, with roles at Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo and the Australian National Maritime Museum. In 2017, she was a finalist for the Vocational Student of the Year (NSW Training Awards). “I treat every day as a new opportunity to apply my knowledge and grow.”

    VET courses studied

    Diploma of Event Management & Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management

  • Leteah Mitchell

    The story

    Leteah established a drop-in centre at the Taree PCYC to allow 'time out' for kids having a hard time at school. In 2016 she was named Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year.

    The success

    Growing up, Leteah felt compassion for people doing it tough. Through her study and the support of her family, she developed the confidence and skills to achieve a dream - setting up her own organisation to help others.

    VET courses studied

    Community Services Work - Certificate IV at North Coast TAFE

  • Francine Ikirezi

    The story

    Francine Ikirezi has faced her fair share of obstacles but she hasn't let anything stand in the way of her pursuing her goal. Born in Rwanda, Francine lived in refugee camps before immigrating to Australia.

    The success

    While employed by an aged care facility Francine completed her Diploma in Business Administration, spending every spare minute teaching herself the skills she needed to complete her studies. One day she wants to open an aged care facility in Rwanda.

    VET courses studied

    Diploma in Business Administration