If you want a career in aviation without leaving the ground, then this course will develop your skills and knowledge in ground operations to support commercial and defence aviation flight operations.
Entry Requirements
An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
Equivalent to Australian Year 12.
Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.
Have you got a passion for planes and a love of the aviation industry? Take your career to new heights with this nationally recognised course, which will qualify you for supervisory or management roles in aviation or airport operations. .
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent
Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)
Reach new heights as a commercial helicopter pilot Take your career to the skies with the skills and knowledge to become a commercial helicopter pilot. Learn to fly light piston helicopters including knowing how to perform in normal and emergency conditions.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent
Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)
Certificate III
The Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter) requires significant commitments in time to build skills and knowledge, and financial investment, before entering a lucrative career. SM TAFE aims to ensure students have what it takes to succeed.
To study this course you must be over the age of 18 years. To express your interest in this course you will need:
a Unique Student Identifier number
evidence showing you meet the minimum educational requirements
your visa or citizenship status
In addition, we will help to guide you through the additional evidence required for entry to the course at a mandatory information session:
a current Class 1 medical or equivalent (to satisfy CASA licencing requirements)
a Ready for work Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) approval
a CASA Aviation English proficiency assessment (GELP)
log book showing two hours in a VH registered aircraft with a CASA approved flight training provider to ensure that you can meet the physiological and psychological demands required for successful completion of the course; and to address and identify issues (such as airsickness or claustrophobia) so you are well informed about the nature of study and work in this industry
a mandatory pre-entry aptitude test
If seeking a student loan you must also demonstrate other minimum requirements that will be outlined at the session. Information relating to the dates and times of the pre-entry assessment and briefing sessions will be sent on application.
Please note, SM TAFE reserves the right to reschedule or cancel course due to insufficient enrolments. Please refer to the enrolment terms and conditions for further information.
Do you want to become a remote pilot of an aircraft? Technology has advanced to bring a new era of piloting that can improve the efficiency and safety of almost every industry you could wish to work in..
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Do you have sky-high ambition to be a commercial pilot?. Make the Perth skies your next office window with the skills and knowledge to become a commercial aircraft pilot. Learn to fly light piston aeroplanes including knowing how to perform in normal and emergency conditions.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent
Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)
Certificate III
The Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) requires significant commitments in time to build skills and knowledge, and financial investment, before entering a lucrative career. SM TAFE aims to ensure students have what it takes to succeed.
To study this course you must be over the age of 18 years. To express your interest in this course you will need:
a Unique Student Identifier number
evidence showing you meet the minimum educational requirements
your visa or citizenship status
In addition, we will help to guide you through the additional evidence required for entry to the course at a mandatory information session:
a current Class 1 medical or equivalent (to satisfy CASA licencing requirements)
a Ready for work Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) approval
a CASA Aviation English proficiency assessment (GELP)
log book showing two hours in a VH registered aircraft with a CASA approved flight training provider to ensure that you can meet the physiological and psychological demands required for successful completion of the course; and to address and identify issues (such as airsickness or claustrophobia) so you are well informed about the nature of study and work in this industry
a mandatory pre-entry aptitude test
If seeking a student loan you must also demonstrate other minimum requirements that will be outlined at the session. Information relating to the dates and times of the pre-entry assessment and briefing sessions will be sent on application.
Please note, SM TAFE reserves the right to reschedule or cancel course due to insufficient enrolments. Please refer to the enrolment terms and conditions for further information.
Do you want a career in aviation and don't know where to start?.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate I or Certificate II
Due to a high demand for Aeroskills Maintenance Engineers in the industry, applicants will be required to attend an interview to establish suitability for this course.
Study for a career in aircraft maintenance or advance your existing aircraft maintenance career with a B1 or B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) license.
Are you ready to let your dreams soar?. When you complete the Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew) you will be recruitment-ready for an exciting career as a flight attendant or cabin crew member.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate I or Certificate II
A prerequisite for the course is the ability to swim a minimum of 50 metres, unaided and fully clothed. Students must provide a swimming certificate in order to demonstrate they meet the prerequisite and can therefore participate in the water training exercises.
Are you looking for an in-demand career looking after the world's most advanced technology?. When you complete the Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) you will be looking at an exciting career working on aircraft large and small as an aviation maintenance engineer.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
C Grades in Year 11 WACE General English, and OLNA; or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 11 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate II or Certificate III
This course is available as an apprenticeship.
Entrance requirements for apprenticeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
An apprenticeship involves full time work with an employer who provides an opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. This is a structured program for a fixed period of time and while you learn on the job, you also attend off the job training at SM TAFE.
Some of the benefits of an Apprenticeship are that you can:
earn a wage while you train
learn on the job skills combined with off the job training
receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion
start a valuable step towards a rewarding career path
Are you looking for an in-demand career looking after the world's most advanced technology?. When you complete the Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) you will be looking at an exciting career working on aircraft large and small as an aviation maintenance engineer.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
C Grades in Year 11 WACE General English, and OLNA; or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 11 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate II or Certificate III
This course is available as an apprenticeship.
Entrance requirements for apprenticeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
An apprenticeship involves full time work with an employer who provides an opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. This is a structured program for a fixed period of time and while you learn on the job, you also attend off the job training at SM TAFE.
Some of the benefits of an Apprenticeship are that you can:
earn a wage while you train
learn on the job skills combined with off the job training
receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion
start a valuable step towards a rewarding career path
