Why TAFE?

The TAFE Value and Perception Challenge Report, 2024 identified the strong outcomes that a TAFE education delivers:

TAFE is the future of jobs

80% of future jobs are attainable with a TAFE qualification.

Free TAFE courses are available in growth industries where skills are in high demand, such as construction, healthcare, community services, cyber security and agriculture.

TAFE is the home of cutting-edge facilities

TAFEs provide practical learning in spaces that feel like real workplaces. You’ll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities with modern equipment. This means you’ll be ready to start your career with confidence.

The specialised facilities for industry-specific training include:

• fully equipped nursing labs simulating real hospital environments
• hair and beauty salons
• commercial kitchens and student-run restaurants
• agricultural and horticultural facilities including smart farms with high tech automation and computing systems
• workshops for automotive, carpentry, plumbing and electrical training.

TAFE is a smart career move

Did you know that TAFE graduates find jobs at the same rate as university graduates? A TAFE qualification gives you practical, industry-relevant skills that are highly valued by employers.

And your skills can turn into strong earning potential. The median salary of TAFE graduates (Certificate IV and above) are higher than the median salary of university graduates with a Bachelor's degree.

With TAFE, you'll be set up for a sustainable and rewarding career.

TAFE is more than you think

TAFE offers more than just trades training. Studying at TAFE can lead to a career or start a pathway to further study in:

• clean economy and renewable energy
• creative arts and design
• veterinary nursing
• engineering technology
• agriculture and horticulture
• cyber security and IT.

You’ll be surprised where a TAFE qualification can take you.

Ready to take the next step?