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TAFE SA IS SETTING
THE BENCHMARK
FOR QUALITY
IN VOCATIONAL
EDUCATION AND
TRAINING [ VET ].

  ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
  OF COUNTRY
  TAFE SA acknowledges the traditional owners of
  the land on which we live and work and recognises
  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique
  cultural and spiritual relationship to the sky, land
  and waters of South Australia. We pay our respects
  to their Elders past, present and emerging and extend
  that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait
  Islander Peoples. We are committed to engaging
  with Aboriginal communities and people to support,
  develop, and empower them and their communities.

                                                          Artwork Karen Briggs [Yorta Yorta]
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WELCOME
CONTENTS
OUR RECONCILIATION JOURNEY                                          02
WHY TAFE SA?                                                        04
TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE TAFE SA                                       06
STATEWIDE TRAINING                                                  07
SKILLS IN DEMAND                                                    08
SPECIALIST CENTRES AND VIRTUAL LEARNING                             10
LEARN IT YOUR WAY                                                   12
OPTIONS FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS                                         14
PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY                                              15
HIGHER EDUCATION                                                    16
STUDENT SUPPORT                                                     18
SUPPORT FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STUDENTS 20
WHICH COURSE IS RIGHT FOR ME?                                       22
TYPES OF TAFE SA QUALIFICATIONS                                     23
ARTS & DESIGN                                                       24
BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION                                             26
BUSINESS & MARKETING                                                28
COMMUNITY SERVICES                                                  30
EDUCATION & LANGUAGES                                               32
GOVERNMENT, PROPERTY & LEGAL                                        34
HAIR & BEAUTY                                                       36
HEALTH & LIFESTYLE                                                  38
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM                                               40
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY [IT]                                         42
MINING, ENGINEERING & AUTOMOTIVE                                    44
PRIMARY INDUSTRIES & SCIENCE                                        46
COURSES                                                             48
NEXT STEPS                                                          60

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OUR
RECONCILIATION
JOURNEY
In Australia, education has a rich and vast history –                           We’re also aware of the pain that
                                                                                colonisation and dispossession have
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures have                             caused, and the impact that this
been learning and sharing knowledge on this continent                           continues to have on communities.
                                                                                Reconciliation is, therefore, an
for at least 65,000 years. As an educational institution,                       important and ongoing process centred
TAFE SA is inspired by this tradition.                                          on strengthening the relationship
                                                                                between First Nations and non-
                                                                                indigenous Australians. At TAFE SA, we
                                                                                are on a continuous journey to cultivate
                                                                                trust, respect, understanding, and
                                                                                inclusiveness within the organisation.

                                                Artwork Karen Briggs [Yorta Yorta]

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We seek to implement necessary            If you identify as an Aboriginal or       Since the early 1980s, TAFE SA
programs and measures to ensure           Torres Strait Islander student, you’ll    has had a presence in the Anangu
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander     have access to TAFE SA’s Aboriginal       Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara [APY]
students and staff feel culturally safe   Access Centre throughout your study.      Lands, providing key support and
and empowered. In June 2021,              The Aboriginal Access Centre delivers     training services for local communities.
coinciding with National Reconciliation   a variety of programs in metropolitan,    Currently, we have six learning sites
Week, we were proud to launch our         regional, and remote areas, and helps     in the APY Lands that offer work
Reconciliation Action Plan [RAP].         with enrolments into TAFE SA courses.     readiness and work skills. We’re
This plan is a framework for cultural     The Centre also offers mentoring by       immensely proud to work with local
change that affrms our commitment         Training Support Offcers, who will        stakeholders and community members
to reconciliation by building greater     act as a link between you and your        to deliver tailored training solutions.
awareness and providing increased         lecturers, and assist you in developing
                                                                                    Whether you’re interested in vocational
opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres   your individualised learning plan.
                                                                                    education and training, a university
Strait Islander staff and students.       See page 20 for more information.
                                                                                    pathway, or a short course, you will be
                                                                                    supported and guided throughout your
                                                                                    studies at TAFE SA. We are committed
                                                                                    to helping each student achieve their
                                                                                    educational and career goals.

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WHY
TAFE SA?
I AM...
A SCHOOL STUDENT
Gain a TAFE SA qualifcation
while completing your South
Australian Certifcate of Education
[SACE], including school-based
apprenticeships, courses designed
specifcally for school students and the
TAFE Guarantee for SACE Students
[TGSS]. See page 14 for more.

ABORIGINAL OR TORRES                            LOOKING TO ENTER
STRAIT ISLANDER                                 THE WORKFORCE
Ace your studies with support from              Set yourself up for success with our
TAFE SA’s Aboriginal Access Centre,             range of foundation and entry-level
including tutoring and fee help.                courses, which will prepare you to
See page 20 for more.                           enter the workforce. This includes
                                                literacy, numeracy and women’s
ALREADY IN THE                                  education courses.

WORKFORCE
Enhance your skills to switch or boost
                                                AN INTERNATIONAL
your career, or study our regulatory
                                                STUDENT
and licensing courses that meet                 Whether you’re looking for an
specifc workplace requirements,                 award course, a packaged pathway
such as working with children or                to university or simply wishing to
safety compliance.                              improve your English language
                                                skills, we have courses to suit.
                                                See tafesa.edu.au/international

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I WANT...
A PATHWAY TO                            ACCESS TO                                TO LEARN FROM HOME
UNIVERSITY                              SPECIALISED DEGREES                      Study online to suit your lifestyle.
Secure your future with a TAFE SA       Our emphasis on applied learning,        Watch lectures from your local café,
dual offer course, where you can gain   with a focus on employment               the home offce, or anywhere you
guaranteed entry into a connected       outcomes, makes our graduates highly     can fnd an internet connection!
university degree after successfully    employable in the eyes of industry.      See page 12 for more.
completing a TAFE SA qualifcation.
                                        Students seeking a different higher
Credit transfer is also available for
                                        education experience with smaller        TO LEARN ON THE JOB
many courses. See page 15 for more.
                                        classes, more interaction with           Earn money from day one while
                                        fellow students and lecturers, and       you undertake an apprenticeship or
TO CHANGE CAREERS                       practical learning that leads to         traineeship. See page 12 for more.
                                        strong employment prospects upon
With courses available online,
                                        graduation will enjoy their experience
part-time, off-campus and after
                                        at TAFE SA.                              TRAINING FOR
hours, TAFE SA’s fexible learning
options allow you to ft in study
                                                                                 MY EMPLOYEES
with your lifestyle. Our courses are                                             Tailor training to your group, team or
developed with industry to ensure                                                business with customised options.
you graduate job-ready.                                                          We can deliver training to beneft
                                                                                 your organisation, and deliver it
                                                                                 on the job, on campus or online.
                                                                                 Visit tafesa.edu.au/industry

                                                                                 TO GAIN SKILLS FAST
                                                                                 If time is not on your side, upskill
                             TAFE SA                                             quickly by studying a short course.
                                                                                 Whether you want to try something
                                                                                 new or brush up on your skills, we have
                                                                                 a wide range of short courses to suit.
                                                                                 Visit tafesa.edu.au/shortcourses

                                                                                            Can’t fnd what you
                  UNI                   WORK                                                    are looking for?
                                                                                           Visit tafesa.edu.au
                                                                                          for more information

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TOP REASONS TO
CHOOSE TAFE SA
1.                                              5.                                        10.
QUALITY                                         POINTS FOR                                AWARD WINNING
Our qualifcations are nationally                PRIOR LEARNING
                                                                                          South Australian Training Awards –
recognised and give you the skills              We recognise prior learning and           Vocational Trainer of the Year
that employers want. We consult                 experience, which may reduce              2020 & 2019
with industry and make regular                  your length of study and costs.
updates to ensure they stay that way.           See page 60 for more.                     South Australian Training Awards –
                                                                                          Trainee of the Year 2020

2.                                              6.                                        Wine Communicator Awards –
HANDS-ON                                        WORLD CLASS
                                                                                          Best Wine Educator 2020
                                                                                          AFTA National Travel Industry Awards –
TAFE SA courses are known for                   Access the latest learning technologies   Finalist Education category
being highly practical to provide               through our unrivalled and award-         2019 & 2018
the real skills you’ll need to                  winning specialist education centres.
succeed in your chosen career.                  See page 10 for more.                     South Australian Training Awards –
                                                                                          Vocational Student of the Year
                                                                                          2019 & 2017
3.                                              7.
FLEXIBLE                                        CHOICE                                    South Australian Training Awards –
                                                                                          Apprentice of the Year 2019
Study fts in with your lifestyle.               We have courses available to support
                                                                                          Governor’s Multicultural Awards –
Choose full-time or part-time,                  almost every interest or career path.
                                                                                          Finalist [Public Sector Category] 2019
classroom-based, external or
online study.                                                                             South Australian Tourism Awards –
                                                8.                                        Winner of the Education category
                                                AFFORDABLE                                in 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, & 2014
4.
EXPERT                                          TAFE SA courses may be more               Meetings & Events Australia,
                                                affordable and take less time to          South Australian Awards –
Our award-winning lecturers are                 complete than a university degree.        Winner Education category,
experts in their feld. We provide                                                         2018 & 2017
hands-on, job-ready learning thanks
to our close ties with industry.                9.                                        Australian Training Awards –
                                                STATEWIDE                                 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
                                                                                          Student of the Year 2018
                                                With a presence across the state,
                                                we have options for everyone              Australian Training Awards –
                                                regardless of your location.              Vocational Student of the Year 2017
                                                                                          SA Tourism Industry Council Awards
                                                                                          2014 – Winner [Education category]

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STATEWIDE
TRAINING
TAFE SA offers training at locations right across the state and online.
We take training to the doorstep of South Australians by delivering
courses in local facilities including libraries, construction sites, wineries,
sports clubs, in the workplace, at our campuses and online.

Adelaide Metropolitan
Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
Barossa and Riverland
Eyre Peninsula
Far North
Limestone Coast
Yorke Peninsula and Mid-North
APY Lands

  ON THE MOVE
  TAFE SA’s hair and beauty mobile training
  salon ‘Priscilla’ is designed to deliver hair,
  beauty and make-up training throughout
  metropolitan and regional South Australia.
  The mobile salon offers fexible and demand-
  driven training options that meet the needs
  of students, schools and employers.

                                                         View courses available in your region at
                                                                       tafesa.edu.au/regions

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SKILLS IN DEMAND
Our qualifcations are relevant and up-to-date to ensure the students
of today are the successful employees of tomorrow.

Here are some of the growing industries TAFE SA can prepare you for:

DEFENCE                                         RENEWABLE ENERGY                             HEALTH
Over the next 50 years two major                The South Australian Government is           The South Australian Government
naval shipbuilding projects will provide        committed to maximising the economic         has identifed health and medical
thousands of job opportunities for              and job opportunities associated with        industries as a key growth sector for
South Australians:                              renewable energy and energy storage          South Australia. TAFE SA will play
                                                projects to help meet both our energy        an important role in skilling the next
> Twelve new ‘Attack Class’
                                                needs and Australia’s Paris climate          generation of workers in the health
  submarines designed by French
                                                emission agreements.                         industry in our multi-site health training
  company, Naval Group.
                                                                                             facilities including our new health
                                                Focus areas include large-scale
> Nine new navy frigates with anti-                                                          learning precinct at the Adelaide
                                                renewable energy generation and
  submarine capability, called the                                                           City Campus and our Dental Clinic
                                                storage, demand-side energy, and
  ‘Hunter Class’, to be built by ASC                                                         and Dental Technology Laboratories
                                                supply-chain development of low-
  Shipbuilding and BAE Systems.                                                              at Gilles Plains. TAFE SA learning
                                                carbon technologies.
TAFE SA is meeting the needs of the                                                          environments support students in
                                                TAFE SA is ready to equip students           health qualifcations to gain the industry
South Australian defence industry by
                                                with the skills needed to succeed in         experience, skills and knowledge for
delivering courses that provide skills
                                                this exciting industry with our Electrical   success in their careers.
for people to work in this exciting feld.
                                                and Renewable Energy courses.
View more at tafesa.edu.au/defence

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Gain the skills
                                          employers want
                                          with TAFE SA.
CYBER SECURITY
Cyber security is set for extraordinary
growth, with an estimated 11,000
new jobs to be created in Adelaide
over the next decade thanks to the
opening of the Australian Cyber
Collaboration Centre.
To ensure South Australians are
ahead of the game, TAFE SA
recently launched a state-of-the-art
Training Security Operations Centre.
See page 11 for more.
In addition, TAFE SA offers the
Certifcate IV in Cyber Security
[22334VIC], the frst national skills
based certifcate level qualifcation,
giving our graduates the skills they
need for employment in the cyber
security industry.

                                                 tafesa.edu.au/future-careers

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SPECIALIST
CENTRES AND
VIRTUAL LEARNING
Access the latest learning technologies through our
unrivalled and award-winning specialist education centres
and discover our new virtual learning experiences.

VIRTUAL SHIP                                      ADELAIDE COLLEGE                            TONSLEY
ENGINE ROOM                                       OF THE ARTS                                 TAFE SA’s Tonsley campus provides
Explore your studies in 3D! The virtual           Purpose-designed to achieve                 nearly 45,000m2 of world-class,
environment of a ship’s engine room               excellence in arts training, Adelaide       energy-effcient, trade training
provides invaluable context and builds            College of the Arts is where students       infrastructure for the $15 billion
your understanding of the complex                 can live and breathe their passion for      South Australian building and
systems and constraints that need to              arts and design. At every turn you’ll fnd   construction industry. Tonsley brings
be taken into account when designing              highly specialised spaces to hone your      together all the building trades under
naval vessel interiors.                           talents and develop practical skills –      one roof, enabling you to learn and
                                                  from flm and TV, computer-generated         work together with other trades, just
TAFE SA and Odyssee Aus Engineers
                                                  imagery [CGI] and visual effects [VFX],     like you would on a real work site.
developed this new digital learning
                                                  digital media, and sound and technical
opportunity for our students and those
                                                  production, to acting, dance, visual
interested in the naval shipbuilding
                                                  arts, fashion and photography.
industry. Visit tafesa.edu.au/defence
                                                                                                 TAKE A VIRTUAL
                                                                                                 CAMPUS TOUR
                                                                                                 Explore TAFE SA campuses
                                                                                                 with our 360° virtual tours at
                                                                                                 tafesa.edu.au/locations/
                                                                                                 virtual-campus-tours

     Adelaide College of the Arts

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Advanced Welder Training Centre

                                           ADVANCED WELDER                                TRAINING AND SECURITY
                                           TRAINING CENTRE                                OPERATIONS CENTRE
                                           Learn in a simulated environment at            Learn how to prevent cyber-security
                                           TAFE SA’s new Advanced Welder                  attacks at TAFE SA’s Training Security
                                           Training Centre. Home to 12 welding            Operations Centre [TSOC]. The
REGENCY                                    simulators, which are the most                 facility provides hands-on simulated
INTERNATIONAL                              advanced of their kind in the world.           training for highly sought-after cyber
CENTRE                                     This will ensure that local welders are        security professionals to help stem the
Immerse yourself in the world of           ready to respond to the increased              worldwide growth of malicious cyber
cookery, hospitality, bakery, butchery     demand for their skills in advanced            activity. TSOC is the frst of its kind
and food processing at the Regency         manufacturing and as part of the               in the state’s VET sector – with a red
International Centre. Boasting a           naval shipbuilding program.                    ‘attack’ room and a blue ‘defence’
state-of-the-art brewery, cheese                                                          room – that mirrors real-life scenarios,
making facility, coffee academy, wine      CENTRE FOR                                     simulations, testing opportunities and
                                                                                          interaction with other TSOC’s across
sensory rooms, training bars and           DENTAL STUDIES                                 the country. It also features the latest
restaurants, commercial kitchens and
bakeries, students learn in-situ gaining   The Centre for Dental Studies is a             hardware and software from a variety
real hands-on experience.                  36 station dental laboratory which             of industry partners including CISCO,
                                           includes CAD-CAM technology,                   Microsoft, Fortinet, Splunk, IBM, HP
                                           and 28 chair dental clinic with a              Aruba, VMWare, AWS and Palo Alto.
MINING,                                    demonstration area that utilises
ENGINEERING AND                            intraoral and extraoral cameras.
TRANSPORT CENTRE
Access the latest technologies in          VETERINARY
learning at the Mining, Engineering        AND APPLIED
and Transport Centre. This purpose-        SCIENCE CENTRE
built training facility supports the
growth in the mining, civil and            The Veterinary and Applied Science
mechanical engineering, advanced           Centre is one of the largest purpose-
manufacturing, transport and defence       built applied science and animal
industries. Facilities include high-bay    industries training facilities in Australia.
workshops, practice drill rig and drill    It includes a fully functioning veterinary
pad, land information systems survey       clinic with surgery and radiology suite,
equipment and computer software,           a pathology demonstration theatre with
CAD suite, advanced manufacturing          CCTV monitors, and facilities for animal
3D scanning and printing facilities, CNC   holding and grooming.
mills, guillotines and plasma cutters.

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LEARN IT YOUR WAY
Whether you prefer learning online, face-to-face, on the job or while
you’re still at school, TAFE SA has options for everyone.

ONLINE                                          APPRENTICESHIPS                               WORK-BASED
Study online and let study ft in with           AND TRAINEESHIPS                              > Receive structured training.
your lifestyle.                                                                               > Gain a nationally recognised
                                                Can’t wait to get a job?
                                                                                                qualifcation.
Many TAFE SA qualifcations offer                Studying a TAFE SA qualifcation via an
                                                                                              > Earn a wage.
the option to complete some or all              apprenticeship or traineeship is a great
of your study online. You can still             option if you want to earn money while
                                                                                              SCHOOL-BASED
count on support from your lecturers,           you learn.
                                                                                              > Get experience in your chosen feld.
plenty of interaction with other
students through email, forums and
                                                LEARN ON THE JOB                              > Earn credit toward your SACE
                                                                                                or equivalent.
chat groups, and easy access to online          You can learn on the job via an
                                                                                              > Continue working once you
assessments and study resources.                apprenticeship or traineeship in all sorts
                                                                                                fnish school.
                                                of workplaces and roles – and not just
To study online you’ll need a
                                                in building trades. In fact, you can even
computer with internet access.
Some assessments may include
                                                start your apprenticeship or traineeship      FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING
                                                while you’re still at school.
online participation with other                                                               With learning sites across
students or your lecturer via Skype.            Apprenticeships and traineeships are          South Australia, there is plenty of
                                                available in a wide range of courses          choice for students who prefer to
> Learn at your own pace and place.
                                                from animal studies, arts and design,         learn face-to-face with our expert
> Balance work, family and study.
                                                automotive, children’s education and          lecturers. Our state-of-the-art facilities
> Form virtual study groups.
                                                care, dental assisting, hairdressing,         ensure you have access to the latest
                                                hospitality, IT, local government,            learning technologies.
                                                business and more.
                                                For a full list of available courses, visit   BLENDED DELIVERY
                                                tafesa.edu.au/apprenticeships
                                                                                              Depending on your course, you
                                                Please note: to start an                      may be able to study a combination
                                                apprenticeship or traineeship you will        of online, face-to-face learning, on
                                                need to fnd an employer who will take         campus and off campus.
                                                you on as an apprentice or trainee.
                                                                                              TAFE SA’s digitally enabled learning
                                                                                              options support our students to study
                                                                                              where and when it suits them.

TAFE SA has
options for everyone.
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PART-TIME
Many courses are available to study
part-time, which allows you to ft
in study around your lifestyle and
work commitments.

SIMULATED BUSINESS
ENVIRONMENT
Get experience working in a range
of real-life business functions –
from administration, sales and
marketing to fnance and purchasing
– via our Simulated Business learning
environment. Set up to look like a
real offce or retail space, it uses a
simulated economy where students
operate and trade online with other
students across Australia.
You’ll be able to take your
communication, problem-solving,
team-building, time-management
and planning skills to the next level.
Modelled on the workplaces of industry
mentors and current industry practice,
programs ensure students develop the
skills employers are looking for.

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OPTIONS FOR
SCHOOL STUDENTS
Still at school? TAFE SA has some great options to help you get ahead.
Gain nationally recognised qualifcations while completing your
South Australian Certifcate of Education [SACE].

SCHOOL-BASED                                    TRAINING GUARANTEE                         COURSES DESIGNED
APPRENTICESHIPS                                 FOR SACE STUDENTS                          FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS
AND TRAINEESHIPS                                If you’re 16 years or older and studying   TAFE SA has a range of courses that
Senior secondary students can begin             for your SACE in Year 11 or Year 12,       have been specially designed for high
an apprenticeship or traineeship in             you can start a TAFE SA certifcate III     school students. Check with your
Years 10, 11 or 12, combining paid              at school and have a guaranteed place      teacher or VET coordinator to fnd
employment and structured work-                 at TAFE SA to complete it when you         out more.
related training as part of their SACE.         fnish your SACE, under the Training
                                                Guarantee for SACE Students.

Visit our career services information
at tafesa.edu.au/schools

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PATHWAYS
TO UNIVERSITY
TAFE SA is a great option if you:
> prefer the hands-on and supportive learning environment of TAFE SA
> are seeking an alternative entry to university.

DUAL OFFER COURSES                                    APPLY FOR     TAFE SA
                                                                                 TAFE SA ADVANCED
                                                                                    DIPLOMA OR
                                                                                                           APPLY FOR
                                                                                                          UNIVERSITY    UNIVERSITY
                                                       TAFE SA      DIPLOMA     TAFE SA ASSOCIATE                         DEGREE
                                                                                                          WITH CREDIT
Want guaranteed entry to university?                                            DEGREE WITH CREDIT

TAFE SA offers more than 50 dual
offer courses in partnership with
South Australian universities.                     CREDIT TRANSFER                                   Being eligible for credit does not
                                                                                                     guarantee that you will be offered
With dual offer courses, you are                   TAFE SA has many credit transfer                  a place in a university program.
accepted into both a TAFE SA                       agreements with universities for                  Credit will normally be granted after
qualifcation and a connected                       TAFE SA graduates. These can                      you have been offered a place.
university program.                                provide some advanced standing
                                                   in university courses if you wish to              tafesa.edu.au/credit-transfer
This means that once you successfully
                                                   undertake further education.
complete your TAFE SA course, you
have guaranteed entry – with credit –              Gaining credit at university for the              UNIVERSITY TO TAFE SA
into university.                                   related study you have undertaken                 Many university students also
                                                   at TAFE SA can reduce the time and                undertake TAFE SA qualifcations to
Dual Offers are available for selected
                                                   fees usually required to complete a               increase their employability by gaining
courses at a number of TAFE SA
                                                   bachelor degree.                                  industry-specifc practical skills.
metropolitan and regional campuses.
                                                   To claim credit, you must apply to
                                                   the university in accordance with
         TAFE SA
                               UNIVERSITY
                                                   their credit transfer processes.
DIPLOMA/ADVANCED DIPLOMA/
    ASSOCIATE DEGREES       BACHELOR DEGREE        If there is no formal credit agreement
                                                   for your course, you can apply directly
                                                   to the university for credit and they
     Application for         Transition into the
   TAFE SA + university      degree with credit
                                                   will assess your evidence on a
                                                   case-by-case basis.

                                                                                           tafesa.edu.au/unipathways

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HIGHER
EDUCATION
As well as high quality vocational education and training, TAFE SA
also offers a range of specialist higher education courses.
Some of our higher education degrees are offered directly by
TAFE SA and some are offered in partnership with universities.

As a dual-sector VET/Higher Education           TAFE SA’S DEGREES
provider, TAFE SA offers unique
benefts to higher education students.           > Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality
                                                  and Events Management
An emphasis on applied learning with              [CRS1400588]
a focus on employment outcomes
makes TAFE SA graduates highly                  > Associate Degree in Civil
employable in the eyes of industry.               and Structural Engineering
Students seeking a different higher               [Design Drafting] [CRS1400353]
education experience with smaller               > Associate Degree in Electronic
classes and more interaction with                 Engineering [CRS1400029]
fellow students and lecturers will
                                                > Associate Degree in Civil
enjoy their experience at TAFE SA.
                                                  and Structural Engineering
TAFE SA’s degrees are developed in                [Site Management] [CRS1400354]
consultation with industry to meet
                                                > Associate Degree in Biomedical
specifc skills requirements. Students
                                                  Engineering [CRS1400351]
gain industry-specifc knowledge,
practical skills and an accredited              > Associate Degree in Electrical
qualifcation, making them job-ready               Engineering [CRS1400352]
on graduation.

To fnd out more visit
tafesa.edu.au/degrees

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Get ahead with higher
education at TAFE SA.
Do more. Go further. Stand out.

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STUDENT SUPPORT
At TAFE SA, we strive to make our education programs as
inclusive as possible to ensure students can access the
opportunities and guidance they need to get the best possible
learning and career outcomes.

ABORIGINAL AND                                  CAREERS AND PATHWAYS DISABILITY SUPPORT
TORRES STRAIT                                   Our career support can help you          TAFE SA provides tailored support
ISLANDER STUDENTS                               identify what you want out of study.     to students with disabilities, mental
                                                                                         health and other medical conditions
TAFE SA’s Aboriginal Access Centre              It includes:
                                                                                         to make sure your learning isn’t
[AAC] provides support for Aboriginal           > setting vocational goals based on
                                                                                         compromised. Services include
and Torres Strait Islander students                your strengths
                                                                                         information and guidance, individual
through a variety of programs.                  > developing a career plan
                                                                                         access plans, assistive technology
                                                > investigating career opportunities.
                                                                                         and equipment, Auslan interpreting
CHILDCARE                                       Career and study pathway guidance        and other specialised services.
                                                is available for prospective students,
TAFE SA operates childcare centres at                                                    tafesa.edu.au/disability
                                                including those with complex needs.
City West, Port Adelaide, Port Lincoln,
Tea Tree Gully and Whyalla locations,           tafesa.edu.au/career-services
offering students with children priority                                                 LANGUAGE AND
access to casual, part-time and                                                          FOUNDATION SKILLS
full-time places.
                                                COUNSELLING AND
                                                WELFARE SUPPORT                          Studying at TAFE SA requires that
                                                                                         you have functional levels of English
                                                If you’re experiencing problems that     literacy and numeracy skills before
                                                have an impact on your study, we         you apply for and enrol in a course.
                                                can help you build the resilience and    Foundation skills courses can help
                                                wellbeing that you need for life’s ups   students who need assistance with
                                                and downs:                               reading, writing and maths as well
                                                > dealing with study stress              as broader skills in communication,
                                                > motivation and organising your time    problem-solving, teamwork and
                                                > feeling anxious or depressed           technology that are necessary to
                                                > relationship issues or confict         get ready for study or work.
                                                > fnancial or welfare issues
                                                > coping with change or crisis.
                                                tafesa.edu.au/counselling

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We’re here to help.
LEARNER                                    LIBRARIES
SUPPORT SERVICES                           Our libraries provide a wealth of
Our friendly staff provide learner         material in your subject area, in
support services and one-on-one            both print and electronic formats,
support for those who need it.             with welcoming spaces for working
This support addresses barriers            individually or in groups, quiet reading,
to learning and helps students             or simply relaxing between classes.
complete qualifcations and move
on to employment.

LEARNING AND STUDY
Students can access a range of fexible
academic support options including
access to Studiosity, our free after-
hours online academic tutoring service
that offers on-demand, one-on-one
assistance by qualifed tutors.
tafesa.edu.au/learning-support

                         SPECIALISED SUPPORT
                         Our highly skilled Student Services
                         team offers specialised support
                         and wellbeing resources for
                         students. This includes face-to-
                         face individual assistance at most
                         campuses as well as via phone,
                         email or Skype.

                                                                                       tafesa.edu.au/services

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SUPPORT FOR
ABORIGINAL AND
TORRES STRAIT
ISLANDER STUDENTS

Artwork
Peter Watts,
Kurta Tirkandi –
Learning Place

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TAFE SA’s Aboriginal Access Centre delivers
an exciting and innovative range of programs
to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
across South Australia, including in regional
and remote locations.

The Centre can also assist you with enrolment
into other TAFE SA qualifcations.

COURSES ARE                             STUDENT SUPPORT
CURRENTLY                               Training Support Offcers are available
AVAILABLE IN:                           for students to develop individual
                                        learning plans to map pathways to
> Digital media and technology
                                        higher education or employment.
> Community services
                                        The Training Support Offcer also
> Health support services
                                        works closely with lecturers to ensure
> Family wellbeing
                                        you have the support you need.
> Horticulture
> Conservation land management
> Training and assessment               THE ABORIGINAL
> Community development                 TUTORIAL ASSISTANCE
> Driver education.
                                        SCHEME [ATAS]
                                        Free tutoring assistance is provided by
LICENSING SHORT                         ATAS to Aboriginal and Torres Strait
COURSES ARE ALSO                        Islander students who are enrolled in
AVAILABLE IN:                           a TAFE SA course or training program
> White Card – Prepare to Work          at certifcate III level qualifcations or
                                        higher. Eligible full-time students have
  Safely in the Construction Industry
                                        access to up to two hours per week
  [CPCCWHS1001]
                                        for 34 weeks.
> Work Safely at Heights [RIIWHS204E]
> Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck   FEE HELP
  [TLILIC0003]
                                        You may be eligible for fnancial
> Enter and Work in Confned Spaces      assistance for a portion of your
  [RIIWHS202D]                          TAFE SA course fees through the
> Operating a Grader                    Aboriginal Access Centre’s
                                        Equity Grants.
> Operating a Front End Loader

tafesa.edu.au/aboriginal-support

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WHICH
COURSE
IS RIGHT
FOR ME?
STEP 1.
DECIDE ON A CAREER
Choosing a future career can be a daunting
task, but we’re here to help. To fgure out
which TAFE SA course is right for you,
think about what your dream job looks like.
Answer the questions below to get started:
> What motivates you?
> Where do you see yourself in fve years?
> Do you want to work outdoors or in an offce?
> Whose work do you admire?
> What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
> What did you want to be when you were younger, and why?
> What are your transferable skills?
Make the most of TAFE SA’s Career Services, which include
a career planning worksheet, personal strengths analysis,   STEP 2.
personality and career motivation tests, and more.          FIND THE RIGHT COURSE
                                                            Once you’ve decided on a career,
                                                            fnd the TAFE SA courses available
                                                            in the next section of this guide.
                                                            Visit page 48 for course listings.
Visit our career services information
at tafesa.edu.au/career-services

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TYPES OF TAFE SA
QUALIFICATIONS
From basic skills to high level qualifcations –
we’ve got you covered!

CERTIFICATE I              Gain basic skills and conduct routine tasks.
                           Develop basic operational knowledge and
CERTIFICATE II             problem-solve under supervision.
                           Be able to use theoretical knowledge and
CERTIFICATE III            problem-solve independently.
                           Use your broad knowledge base to analyse and
CERTIFICATE IV             apply skills to different contexts.
                           Acquire in-depth knowledge and advanced skills
DIPLOMA                    to work in technical or management settings.
                           Apply complex techniques and specialist knowledge
ADVANCED DIPLOMA           and be responsible for outcomes.
                           Understand and interpret key concepts and
ASSOCIATE DEGREE           theories in a chosen feld.
                           Apply skills based on comprehensive knowledge
BACHELOR DEGREE            learnt in a professional context.

                        Plus we offer hundreds of short courses and
                           skill sets designed to help you upskill fast
                                       tafesa.edu.au/shortcourses

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ARTS & DESIGN
Don’t ignore your restless creative energy – let it out and put it to work.
TAFE SA gives you the skills, confdence, experience and industry
networks you need to transform your creativity into a future where
every day is an opportunity to create something new.

FASHION                                         MUSIC &                                  SCREEN & MEDIA
Get the tools you need to bring your            SOUND PRODUCTION                         Watch your ideas evolve and transform
creative vision to life. TAFE SA’s              Create your own music after upskilling   as they go from storyboard to TV,
fashion and costume courses offer               in composition, arrangement and          cinema, mobile and computer screens.
pathways into the industry or to a              performance, or develop professional     Learn the fundamentals of media and
bachelor degree in partnership with             expertise so you can edit, mix and       get skills in the growing computer-
Flinders University.                            produce top quality recordings,          generated imagery [CGI], visual effects
                                                all while learning how to navigate       [VFX] and game art disciplines.
FLORISTRY                                       the music business.

Learn the skills in foral preparation,
                                                                                         TECHNICAL PRODUCTION
design theory, assembly and display             PERFORMING ARTS                          Run the show from behind the scenes.
techniques, business management                 Study acting and dance, or get           Get expertise in stage management
and customer service that will help             equipped for a range of behind the       and design, lighting and staging while
your career fourish.                            scenes roles. Our courses develop        gaining essential real-world experience
                                                your personal strengths and provide      working on live shows.
GRAPHIC DESIGN                                  you with the industry-standard skills

Become a visual storyteller by learning
                                                needed to work in the rewarding          VISUAL ARTS
                                                performing arts sector.
the programs, skills and theories that                                                   Hone your craft and explore modes of
allow you to create arresting artwork                                                    expression with courses in traditional
and page layouts for brands, online             PHOTOGRAPHY                              and contemporary arts practice,
assets and print publications.                  Study all aspects of photography         including ceramics, drawing, jewellery,
                                                and photo imaging, including digital     painting, printmaking and sculpture.
INTERIOR DESIGN                                 post processing and the different
                                                approaches required for editorial,
Turn your fair for interior design into         commercial and lifestyle photography,
a career. Bring life to commercial and          while gaining valuable knowledge on
residential spaces by providing creative        running your own business.
vision, advice and solutions on fnishes
and furnishings.

                                                                                                 tafesa.edu.au/arts

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ARTS & DESIGN
                           CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
                                    ACTOR ANIMATOR
                            ARTIST COSTUME DESIGNER
                      DANCER DIGITAL GAMES DESIGNER
                                     FASHION DESIGNER
                         FILM/STAGE/TV/RADIO DIRECTOR
                           FLORIST GRAPHIC DESIGNER
                       INTERIOR DECORATOR JEWELLER
                                 MULTIMEDIA DEVELOPER
                             MUSICIAN PHOTOGRAPHER
                         SCENERY AND SET CONSTRUCTOR
                           SCULPTOR SOUND ENGINEER
                              STAGE MANAGER + MORE

A career that keeps
up with your ideas.
                                        TA F E S A . E D U. A U   25
The satisfaction of
a job well done.

                APPRENTICESHIPS
                Earn money while you learn by
                studying your TAFE SA course
                via an apprenticeship. Many
                TAFE SA courses in building
                and construction can be studied
                as an apprenticeship. For more
                information visit page 12.

                                                            CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
                                                             AIR-CONDITIONING INSTALLER
                                                                 AND SERVICE TECHNICIAN
                                                  BRICKLAYER BUILDER CABINETMAKER
                                                             CARPENTER DRAFTSPERSON
                                                           ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL OFFICER
                                                           ESTIMATOR FLOOR INSTALLER
                                                    PAINTER AND DECORATOR PLASTERER
                                                     PLUMBER REFRIGERATION MECHANIC
                                                                  ROOF PLUMBER TILER
                                                              WATER OPERATOR + MORE

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BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION
BUILDING &
CONSTRUCTION
If it’s broken, fx it. If it’s needed, build it. TAFE SA                              PLUMBING &
helps you develop the skills, precision, confdence                                    WATER OPERATIONS
                                                                                      Learn everything required for a career
and industry knowledge to make every day on the job
                                                                                      in this essential industry. Develop the
a good one. Start here for a career that can become                                   skills to set-up water and gas supply
                                                                                      systems, drainage systems, heating
whatever you want – from a lifetime on the tools to
                                                                                      and cooling systems, and install hot
years watching your own business grow.                                                water units and guttering. Or, set
                                                                                      yourself up for a role working with
                                                                                      water utilities, water re-use schemes
AIR-CONDITIONING                          BUILDING TRADES                             and wastewater treatment plants.
& REFRIGERATION                           Become workforce-ready for building
Get the theory and practical skills       industry jobs, including fooring, wall      PAINTING & DECORATING
to install, maintain and repair air-      and ceiling lining, with TAFE SA’s
                                          hands-on courses.                           Use colour and design to reimagine
conditioning and refrigeration
                                                                                      spaces. Our painting and decorating
systems in all settings from domestic,
                                                                                      courses cover traditional and
commercial and industrial to military     CARPENTRY &                                 contemporary techniques for creating
and scientifc.
                                          FURNITURE MAKING                            a professional fnish in commercial
                                          Be ready for work across a broad array      and residential buildings.
BUILDING, DESIGN                          of roles from creating contemporary
& DRAFTING                                furniture, to domestic and shop ft          WET TRADES
Take your vision from imagined            outs, or the construction of residential
                                                                                      Whether you’re keen on laying bricks
concepts to real working drawings         and commercial developments
                                                                                      or blocks, or constructing mouldings,
with courses in building design and       with our carpentry, cabinetry and
                                                                                      TAFE SA courses will give you the
architectural drafting for residential,   furniture courses.
                                                                                      theory, skills and experience to be
commercial and industrial buildings.                                                  confdent in your career.
While the building and construction       ELECTRICAL &
courses provide you with the required
                                          RENEWABLE ENERGY
skills to take responsibility of the
building site, select contractors and     Get ahead of the curve in this growing
tradespeople, schedule the building       sector with courses that prepare you to
materials and take responsibility of      work with new solar power and energy-
the construction from site preparation    effcient technologies, while learning the
to completion.                            fundamentals in selection, installation,
                                          commission and maintenance of
                                          electrical and electronic equipment.
                                                                                       tafesa.edu.au/building

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BUSINESS &
MARKETING
Make your ambition a reality with courses that show
you how to navigate to the top. TAFE SA’s fexible
learning options keep you industry-connected while
developing the skills you need for the next step –
whether that’s launching a business, diving into a
new career, leading a project or pushing for change.

ACCOUNTING                                      FINANCIAL SERVICES                          SALES & MARKETING
Go beyond the numbers. Provide                  Never stop learning with a career           Establish yourself in a creative and
advice, work in almost any industry             in the ever-evolving fnancial services      competitive sector with industry-
and always be in-demand with this               sector. TAFE SA will give you the           relevant skills in marketing, advertising,
essential business service.                     expertise and experience you need           social media, business and sales.
                                                to thrive in a commercial lending           TAFE SA’s courses teach you the
BUSINESS &                                      and fnancial planning career.               core principles and how to use them
                                                                                            in different industry settings.
ADMINISTRATION
                                                MANAGEMENT
Open the door to endless possibilities
                                                Become a leader and implement your
                                                                                            WORK, HEALTH &
with a business and administration
qualifcation. Gain fexible and                  strategic vision with courses that          SAFETY [WHS]
transferable skills that give you a             cover project management, human             Keep the workplace safe with
competitive edge with TAFE SA’s                 resources, information management,          up-to-date WHS knowledge and
courses that span the world of                  innovation, marketing and sustainability.   the preparation you need to manage
business – from start-ups, to solo                                                          a variety of WHS situations.
ventures and large corporations.                RETAIL
                                                If you love the buzz of a busy retail
                                                business, get ready to achieve in this
                                                dynamic industry with courses that
                                                prepare you for customer service or
                                                management roles.

Step it up.                                                                                 tafesa.edu.au/business

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BUSINESS & MARKETING
                                                             CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
                                                  ACCOUNTANT ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
                                                         ACCOUNTS MANAGER [ADVERTISING]
                                                                    ADMINISTRATION CLERK
                                                                  BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
                                                             CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT
                                                           CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT OFFICER
                                                      EXECUTIVE OFFICER FINANCIAL CLERK
                                            FRANCHISEE HUMAN RESOURCES [HR] MANAGER
                                              MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT
                                                                   MEDICAL ADMINISTRATOR
                                                                 MEDICAL RECORDS OFFICER

“
                                                                 MICRO BUSINESS OPERATOR
                                                 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER
The course offers high-quality                    OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR OFFICE MANAGER
lectures and the online interactive                    PAYROLL OFFICER PROJECT OFFICER
platforms connect you with fellow
                                                   PRACTICE MANAGER PROJECT MANAGER
classmates that broaden networking
opportunities, making the experience                     RECEPTIONIST RETAIL SUPERVISOR

                                ”
even more rewarding.                     SALES REPRESENTATIVE SMALL BUSINESS MANAGER
Caren,
                                                     SUPERVISOR TEAM LEADER + MORE
TAFE SA Health Administration graduate

                                                                           TA F E S A . E D U. A U   29
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Learn how to help the people around you. TAFE SA gives you the
expertise and communication tools you need to become an advocate
and support for older people, children and people with disabilities.
Get the skills that allow you to be part of something bigger.

AGED &                                          CHILDREN’S                                 COMMUNITY &
DISABILITY SERVICES                             EDUCATION & CARE                           FAMILY SERVICES
Support older people and people with            Give the next generation a positive        Make a difference in the lives of others
disabilities to live independent and            learning foundation. TAFE SA’s courses     with a community development role
healthy lives by learning how                   are industry-connected and get you         supporting children, older people,
to design, coordinate and deliver               ready for a career in education support,   people with disabilities, refugees and
essential support services.                     childcare, preschool and out-of-school-    marginalised groups, or by providing
                                                hours care.                                vital counselling services.

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COMMUNITY SERVICES
MENTAL HEALTH &
DRUG EDUCATION                              Do something
Support people to overcome mental
health challenges, alcohol or drug use by   that matters.
studying courses that impart specialist
knowledge of available services, relevant
laws and underlying issues.
                                                           CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
YOUTH WORK                                      AGED CARE WORKER CHILDCARE WORKER
Help young people develop the skills to          COMMUNITY CASE COORDINATOR/MANAGER
make good choices. TAFE SA offers the
                                             COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER COUNSELLOR
qualifcations and experience you need
to work in support services, including                      DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
accommodation, education, counselling                DRUG AND ALCOHOL SUPPORT WORKER
and training and employment.                                 EDUCATION SUPPORT OFFICER
                                             FAMILY DAY CARER FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
                                                                 FINANCIAL COUNSELLOR
                                                           INDIGENOUS SUPPORT WORKER
                                                        MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKER
                                              NANNY OUT OF HOURS/AFTER SCHOOL CARER
                                                               SCHOOL SERVICES OFFICER
                                              WELFARE SUPPORT WORKER YOUTH WORKER
                                                                               + MORE

                                                       tafesa.edu.au/community

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EDUCATION &
LANGUAGES
Discover the possibilities that come with clear                                           WOMEN’S EDUCATION
communication and new knowledge. TAFE SA uses                                             Get ready for further study or lay the
practical learning methods to give you essential skills                                   groundwork for career success in
                                                                                          TAFE SA’s supportive learning
and the ability to teach them to others. Every course                                     environment for women. Our courses
                                                                                          help you develop literacy, numeracy,
is about connection with industry, educators or
                                                                                          computing, self-development and
the people around you so you can fnd new work,                                            work-related skills through confdence-
                                                                                          building teaching methods.
study and social opportunities.
                                                                                          WORKPLACE TRAINING
ENGLISH AS A                                    LIBRARY STUDIES
                                                                                          Learn to improve the skills and
SECOND LANGUAGE                                 Bring information to the people who       knowledge of everyone in the
Improve your English skills and go              need it by developing your cataloguing,   workplace with courses that qualify
further in study, training and your             copyright and multimedia skills for a     you to design learning programs,
career. Our courses focus on students’          career working in libraries, cultural     use training packages and deliver
individual language needs and offer             institutions, education support and       group learning.
opportunities to practice speaking,             information services.
listening, reading and writing.
                                                LITERACY & NUMERACY
LANGUAGES,                                      Open up pathways into the workforce
INTERPRETING                                    or vocational study with a solid
& TRANSLATION                                   foundation in language, literacy and
                                                numeracy. Units can be studied at the
Pursue an engaging career in
                                                same time as your vocational course.
interpreting and translating and choose
from work across a wide choice of
sectors, or add a valuable asset to             SIGN LANGUAGE
your resumé.                                    Learn Auslan [Australian Sign
                                                Language] and communicate and
                                                connect with people and communities
                                                who are deaf or hearing impaired.

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E D U C AT I O N & L A N G U A G E S
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
ASSESSOR AUSLAN INTERPRETER
FOUNDATION SKILLS PRACTITIONER      Create
INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR
LIBRARY TECHNICIAN TRAINER + MORE   understanding.

                                    tafesa.edu.au/education-languages

                                                           TA F E S A . E D U. A U   33
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CONVEYANCER FRAUD PREVENTION OFFICER
GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATION OFFICER LEGAL ASSISTANT
HEAVY VEHICLE ROAD COMPLIANCE OFFICER LEGAL SECRETARY
LOCAL AND STATE GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
PARALEGAL PURCHASING OFFICER POLICY MANAGER
REVENUE OFFICER + MORE

Know what’s next.
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G O V E R N M E N T, P R O P E R T Y & L E G A L
GOVERNMENT,
PROPERTY & LEGAL
A TAFE SA qualifcation gives you insight into some of our
community’s most important industries. Study with us and
learn how to spark change and uphold standards in real
estate, legal services and government.

GOVERNMENT                                LEGAL STUDIES                               PROPERTY &
Secure your career working in some        Prepare for a career in the Australian      CONVEYANCING
of the country’s most important           legal system with courses that equip        Support people as they make one of
institutions with expertise in            you to interact professionally in a legal   the most important decisions of their
administration, regulatory services and   environment, conduct legal research         lives. Get practical experience and
compliance, investigation, planning,      and assist legal practitioners.             the technical knowledge you need to
policy development and fnancial,                                                      advise on property sales and purchases,
project and change management that                                                    prepare legal documents and manage
can be used at local, state and federal                                               settlements as a registered South
government level.                                                                     Australian conveyancer.

                                                       tafesa.edu.au/government-property-legal

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HAIR & BEAUTY
Keep up with current trends to make it work for your clients.
TAFE SA can turn your creativity for hair and beauty into an
evolving career with our in-house training facilities, industry
expert lecturers and real-world customer experiences.

                                                    BEAUTY THERAPY                             HAIRDRESSING
                                                    Take the opportunity to get invaluable     Deliver a high level of service for your
                                                    real-world experience working with         clients and stay ahead of trends as
                                                    clients while learning everything you’ll   a hairdresser or barber. TAFE SA’s
                                                    need for a career in beauty and spa        courses offer hands-on experience
                                                    therapy, nail technology or as a make-     and the opportunity to learn essential
                                                    up artist or retail specialist.            cutting, styling, colouring and treatment
                                                                                               techniques from industry experts.

“
TAFE SA showed me the foundations
of hairdressing and gave me
practical experience working with
real-life clients in a controlled and

                                                ”
comfortable environment.

Zoe,
TAFE SA Hairdressing graduate

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HAIR & BEAUTY
Transform your clients.

                              CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
                               BARBER BEAUTY THERAPIST
                            HAIRDRESSER MAKE-UP ARTIST
                      MASSAGE THERAPIST NAIL TECHNICIAN
                         RETAIL COSMETICS SALES ASSISTANT
                                                  + MORE

                          tafesa.edu.au/hair-beauty

                                            TA F E S A . E D U. A U   37
HEALTH &
LIFESTYLE
Find a practical outlet for your care and curiosity. Learn how to
improve health with TAFE SA’s industry-connected courses that
put you in front of the pack for jobs in the growing pathology,
nursing, dental health, allied health and ftness sectors.

ALLIED HEALTH                                   FITNESS, SPORT                              NURSING &
Become a vital support in                       & RECREATION                                PATHOLOGY
community, residential and clinical             Lead the pack with TAFE SA’s cutting-       Make the most of your strong
health settings. At TAFE SA,                    edge training in health and ftness.         interpersonal skills with a
you’ll get the skills and experience            While learning how to run your own          rewarding career in nursing or
employers look for so you can excel             business, you can study top-tier            pathology. TAFE SA’s nursing
in a career assisting allied health             methods for exercise programming,           courses give you the right start
professionals like physiotherapists             training and motivation techniques,         by developing your expertise in
and occupational therapists.                    outdoor recreation and adventure            nursing practice, law and ethics,
                                                tourism. TAFE SA helps you work with        anatomy and physiology,
COMPLEMENTARY                                   clients in a safe and engaging way, with    health disorders, medication
HEALTH                                          courses in managing groups, remote
                                                area safety, bushwalking, remote frst
                                                                                            management and clinical nursing.
                                                                                            Our pathology courses get you
Learn to provide general health                 aid and in specialties like rock climbing   job-ready with technical skills in
maintenance massages and alleviate              or sea kayaking.                            the collection of specimens from
musculoskeletal symptoms to improve                                                         patients for testing.
health and wellbeing, as part of
therapies providing an integrated
healthcare approach.

DENTAL                                                                                       CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Get qualifed to start your career in
                                                                ADVENTURE TOUR GUIDE ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTANT
the highly competitive dentistry feld.
Work closely with dentists as an                                         DENTAL ASSISTANT/HYGIENIST/TECHNICIAN
assistant, dental hygienist or technician                             FITNESS INSTRUCTOR MASSAGE THERAPIST
with courses that build your skills in                            NURSE [ENROLLED] OUTDOOR EDUCATION LEADER
radiography, practice management,
                                                             PATHOLOGY SPECIMEN COLLECTOR PERSONAL TRAINER
technology and dental hygiene.
                                                                          PRIMARY HEALTHCARE WORKER + MORE

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H E A LT H & L I F E S T Y L E
             Make caring
             your business.

tafesa.edu.au/health

                              TA F E S A . E D U. A U   39
HOSPITALITY
& TOURISM
Get excited by the buzz of a busy kitchen,                                                  EVENT MANAGEMENT
the aromas and favours of food and wine                                                     Kickstart your events career with our
                                                                                            industry-connected events courses.
and discover new destinations and events.                                                   Guided by industry professionals,
Our courses in hospitality, cookery, food                                                   you’ll learn how to run diverse
                                                                                            events from private functions and
processing, tourism, travel and events are                                                  business conferences to festivals
hands-on, relevant and industry-connected.                                                  and exhibitions while fne-tuning
                                                                                            your skills in organisation, planning
                                                                                            and event creation.
BAKING                                          CHEESE MAKING
Put yourself front and centre for jobs          Become an expert cheese maker               FOOD TECHNOLOGY
across the hospitality sector – within          with training that covers all facets of
                                                                                            Break into the innovative multi-billion
bakeries, restaurants, cafés, hotels and        the craft. TAFE SA prepares you to
                                                                                            dollar food processing industry.
catering companies – or get a head              tackle the process from start to fnish
                                                                                            TAFE SA offers you cutting-edge
start in your own business. Learn the           with skills and knowledge in cheese
                                                                                            training across diverse food and
best modern techniques for creating             science and food safety, new product
                                                                                            beverage production felds, including
delicious sweet and savoury baked               development and troubleshooting.
                                                                                            dairy, cheese making, retail meat
goods at TAFE SA.
                                                                                            butchery, meat processing, baking,
                                                COOKERY                                     wine and brewing.
BEER BREWING                                    Get into Australia’s growing cooking
Cheers to better beer brewing – all             scene with all the skills employers want.   HOSPITALITY
the way from selecting ingredients to           At TAFE SA you’ll learn how to work         Learn the skills you need for a
perfect packaging. Our courses equip            in a modern restaurant environment          sustainable career in the energetic
you to take on the entire brewing               and develop your understanding of           hospitality industry. Prepare for roles
process by developing your knowledge            food preparation, menu development,         in hotel, restaurant, café and catering
of chemistry, styles and favours, while         dietary requirements and food safety        settings or take on advanced studies
strengthening your technical skills             to a professional standard.                 in marketing, fnance and human
through hands-on experience using                                                           resources so you can make the move
commercial microbrewery equipment.                                                          into management.

Deliver something special every day.
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H O S P I TA L I T Y & TO U R I S M
                                              “
                                              I have found TAFE SA an enriching,
                                              adult learning environment. It allows
                                              me to gain the skills and knowledge
                                              that I can immediately transfer to

                                                                             ”
                                              my workplace.

                                              Aimee,
                                              TAFE SA Baking graduate

MEAT PROCESSING
Embrace the opportunity offered by
the resurging meat processing industry.
You’ll learn to select, cut, trim, prepare,
and display meat products for sale.
You’ll also develop expert skills in food
hygiene and sanitation, knife sharpening
and humane animal handling.

TRAVEL & TOURISM
Go further in a career that can take
you to the world’s most amazing places.
With TAFE SA’s tourism training you’ll
get valuable skills and knowledge in
tourism operations, product development
and managing visitor experiences.
                                                                                      CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
WINE & SPIRITS                                                                BAKER BAR ATTENDANT BREWER
Learn alongside experts and develop                                               BUTCHER CATERING ASSISTANT
a deep knowledge of wine and spirits.                               CELLAR DOOR HAND CHEF EVENTS MANAGER
TAFE SA’s courses can give you
comprehensive product knowledge,
                                                                                  FOOD AND BEVERAGE ATTENDANT
tasting skills and insight into the                                      FOOD PROCESSOR HOSPITALITY WORKER
signifcant wines and regions of the                                              HOTEL MANAGER KITCHEN HAND
world. Receive training from industry                                            MEAT PROCESSOR PASTRY CHEF
leaders in styles of wine and spirits,
grape growing and wine making,
                                                                                          RESTAURANT MANAGER
food pairings, labelling laws and                                          SPECIAL EVENT COORDINATOR/MANAGER
bottling and packaging. For information                                          TOURISM MANAGER TOUR GUIDE
on viticulture, see page 46.
                                                                     TRAVEL AGENT/CONSULTANT VINEYARD HAND
                                                                          VISITOR INFORMATION OFFICER + MORE

                                                                        tafesa.edu.au/hospitality-tourism

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INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
[IT ]
Decode the workings of indispensable everyday       DIGITAL MEDIA
technologies and shape the systems of the future.   Upgrade your digital literacy to
                                                    stay ahead of workplace demands.
TAFE SA’s courses are designed and delivered        TAFE SA can build your competency
in partnership with industry so you can learn to    in a wide range of information
                                                    and communication technology
tackle the problems of today and get ready for      [ICT] functions to give you more
the opportunities of tomorrow.                      self-suffciency as a digital user.

                                                    IT SUPPORT
                                                    Set yourself up to provide IT support
                                                    in a broad choice of organisational
                                                    settings with a high-level working
                                                    knowledge of systems including
                                                    hardware, software, networking,
                                                    security, database management
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES                                and troubleshooting.

ASSISTANT DATABASE DESIGNER/DEVELOPER
COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
                                                    NETWORKING
                                                    & SECURITY
CYBER SECURITY PARAPROFESSIONAL
                                                    Keep ever-changing threats at bay
CUSTOMER SUPPORT OFFICER/TECHNICIAN
                                                    by learning the skills and reasoning
DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGNER                              needed to design, administer and
HELP DESK OFFICER/ADMINISTRATION/SUPPORT            protect information and communication
IT TECHNICIAN IT OFFICE MANAGER NETWORK ENGINEER    technology [ICT] networks. At TAFE SA
                                                    you’ll learn with the latest hardware,
NETWORK SUPPORT OFFICER/TECHNICIAN
                                                    software and facilities, and develop
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR            your ability to evaluate risks of security
WEB DEVELOPER + MORE                                attack, implement appropriate software
                                                    and minimise network vulnerabilities.

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I N F O R M AT I O N T E C H N O L O G Y
                                                      “Studying completely online gives
                                                       me the fexibility to work, maintain
                                                       a social life, work on hobbies and

Follow your curiosity
                                                       gain the knowledge I need to be

                                                                                            ”
                                                       more effective in my career.

into the future.                                       Chris,
                                                       TAFE SA Website Development graduate

SOFTWARE
DEVELOPMENT
Be the entrepreneur behind the
next big thing in mobile and web
applications. TAFE SA’s industry-
connected courses teach you cutting-
edge software development skills for
Windows, iOS and Android.

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
Build engaging and useful websites for
you, your company or your customers.
Our courses develop and extend your
skills in core areas of website design,
creation and optimisation, including
handling database integration and
technical protocols and standards.

                                          IT INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION
                                          Sit certifcation exams to formalise your existing
                                          technical expertise and gain industry recognised
                                          qualifcations. TAFE SA can also help individuals
    TRAINING SECURITY                     prepare for certifcation exams by conducting a skills
    OPERATIONS CENTRE                     gap analysis of training needs. Certifcations include
                                          Fortinet, Microsoft Offce and MTA, EC-Council
    TAFE SA’s new state-of-the-art        Security, CCNA including cyber security.
    Training Security Operations
                                          tafesa.edu.au/itcertifcations
    Centre provides training for
    highly sought after cyber security
    professionals to help stem the
    worldwide growth of malicious
    cyber activity. See page 9 for
    more information.
                                                                        tafesa.edu.au/IT

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