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Private vocational education and training
There is a common saying that ‘practice makes perfect’... but our private vocational colleges take you a step further by giving you the ‘edge’ – the advanced skills and knowledge that employers are looking for in today's competitive world.
Australia has a world class Vocational Education and Training (VET) system and is a popular choice of study for thousands of international students each year.
This page will help answer some of your questions regarding the quality, recognition and advantages of studying a VET course in Perth, Western Australia.
Why should I study a VET course?
Are you seeking a career in the field of agriculture, beauty therapy, building and manufacturing, creative arts, engineering, food and hospitality, hairdressing, health, information technology, management, education, natural and physical sciences, or society and culture?
If you are, then a VET course is ideal for you!
VET courses allow you to gain the most advanced knowledge and practical expertise, from trainers and lecturers who are practitioners in their field, ensuring that you are taught the skills that are relevant to today’s ever-changing world.
When you successfully complete your qualification, you will be ready for employment in your chosen industry, or will be able to use it as a pathway into university.
What qualifications will I get?
Depending on the level of skill you want, courses range from Certificate I through to an Advanced Diploma. Certificate IV is the accepted qualification for minimum entry into Australian universities.
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VET qualification |
Course duration |
Career path |
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Certificate I |
4-6 months |
Competent operator |
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Certificate II |
6-8 months |
Advanced operator |
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Certificate III |
Approx. 12 months |
Qualified tradesperson or technician |
|
Certificate IV |
12-18 months |
Supervisor |
|
Diploma |
18-24 months |
Professional's assistant |
|
Advanced Diploma |
24-36 months |
Junior manager |
Do I have many courses to choose from?
Yes! In Perth, there are a wide variety of VET courses being offered from over 40 private colleges registered to train international students.
For detailed information on your course of interest, use the course search function located at the top of this page. It is a comprehensive database of all the courses available to international students in Western Australia.
What about quality assurance?
When you study in Perth, you can enjoy the peace of mind of knowing that you’ll receive the highest level of service and financial protection. All educational institutions that deliver courses to international students must be registered with the Australian Government and meet special registration conditions.
Our educational institutions follow a consistent and legally-enforceable National Code of Practice 2007, which sets high standards for quality and ethical practice in the areas of curriculum, qualifications of teaching staff and student facilities.
There are also two professional industry bodies in Perth - Australian Council for Private Education and Training (ACPET) and Western Australian Private Education and Training Industry Association (WAPETIA), which promote high ethical standards amongst our private colleges.
Our private vocational colleges may offer:
- A practical approach to education
- A wide range of courses across many industries
- Carefully-designed courses to meet the current needs of employers
- Valuable work experience placement
- State-of-the-art facilities that you’d use in a real workplace
- Trainers and lecturers with industry qualifications and years of experience
- Direct entry into the workforce
- Pathways to studying a Bachelor degree
- List of private vocational colleges
When can I start?
Each private vocational college will have varying intake dates throughout the year. Some colleges have courses that start on a weekly basis. However, the most common commencements are in February, April, July and October.
Fees and charges will also vary, and you’ll usually need to have the equivalent qualification of Australian Year 10, 11 or 12. Some VET courses have English language, subject or work experience prerequisites.
So it’s best to check the course fees and entry requirements with individual colleges.
So, why Perth?
There are many reasons why you should choose Perth, Western Australia as your study destination. Check out our 8 great reasons to study in Perth!
