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Employability pathways

In Western Australia (WA), there are many different pathways you can follow to reach your career goals.

If you don’t meet the requirements for your university course, we have other pathways to help you get there.

If you prefer to study a more practical course and then start your chosen career, a TAFE course is the perfect choice for you. You’ll be taught through a mix of classroom, demonstrations and hands on training. A TAFE course is a great pathway to employability.  

You will start your new career job ready. You’ll have the confidence and in-demand skills that employers look for. 

Taught by industry professionals

All TAFE lecturers have experience in your chosen industry. This means they have the practical knowledge to help you succeed. 

Latest tools, technology and skills

You’ll learn on the same equipment used by industry. TAFE reinvests in equipment and materials to match industry standards. You’ll develop skills directly transferrable to employment. 

Real life work experience

Many TAFE courses have supervised work placement in actual businesses. You will put your skills into practice, in real life situations. 

Regularly reviewed units of study

TAFE courses are nationally accredited and regularly reviewed by experts. This means your qualification always meets industry needs and develops skills important to your future career. 

Pathways to university

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On completion of TAFE and university, you will have two qualifications that attract employers and give you a competitive edge in the global job market. 

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Careers of the future

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Industries grow and adapt. Choosing the right course now means you’re qualified in an industry that will remain in demand over time. 

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Global skills in demand

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We make sure students of today are successful employees of tomorrow.  

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Work placements and industry partners

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Grow your skills and confidence. Put your learning into practice with our industry partners.

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Work while you study

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Know your work rights. Western Australia provides many job opportunities for international students.

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Become job ready

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Access career support services and job opportunities in WA.

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Lecturer Ben Tan stands towards the camera with a big smile. He's wearing a light brown business shirt with his name badge on his right chest above branding that says "Saltbush Restaurant." On the left side of his shirt, it reads "South Metropolitan" with the "TAFE WA" logo. Sitting on a bench behind him are two plunger coffee pots in stainless steel. There's a brown panelled wall that fills the backdrop.
Ben
Singapore
Bentley

I completed my studies in July 2010 and almost instantly found employment within the industry. In 2020 I started working at SM TAFE as an events management lecturer at the Bentley, Fremantle and Mandurah campuses, teaching a variety of units across events, hospitality management, food and beverage and first aid.

Student Ivan in garden at TAFE campus
Ivan
Italy
Murdoch

I study horticulture at TAFE and there is good infrastructure here. We have a nice greenhouse and retail section. You see a lot of plants and that obviously helps because seeing a plant in real life is not the same as studying about it in a book. There's a lot of practical activities and the lecturers are very passionate as they've been in the industry for many years. This is different from the professors I had at university.

Nachi is situated to the right of the image, she's laughing and looking towards the camera. In her right hand is a latte coffee. She's sitting on a brown leather seat with another brown leather seat on her right that's empty. There's a bench in the background with a record player sitting on top. There's a vase with flowers. She wears a black leather jacket and t-shirt. Nachi's hair is down and pulled to the front.
Nachi
Japan
Bentley

I was drawn to Australia because of the country’s beautiful weather, stunning natural environment, and friendly and welcoming people. Read my story

Jinjoo Park sites on a light pink long seat. She is positioned in the centre of the image. She's wearing a black polo shirt with "South Metropolitan TAFE" written on the right of the shirt. She's smiling and looking into the camera. She has brown hair that's pulled back. She has brown eyes.
Jinjoo Park
South Korea
Fremantle
Murdoch

Having studied remedial massage at SM TAFE, I'm now a proud lecturer. Read my story

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Last updated on March 15, 2024