Are you ready to engineer a mechanically technical career?. Join an industry that is continually growing and evolving with new technologies!
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
This course is available as a traineeship.
Entrance requirements for traineeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
In a traineeship you also gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. The difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship is that a traineeship can be either a full time or part time employment based training arrangement, usually for a nominal duration of 12 months or more, generally in a non-trade related area.
To find out how to arrange a traineeship and study at South Metropolitan TAFE, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre closest to you.
Do you want to become a professional designer of dream garden areas and watch your work bring life to outdoor spaces? Pursue a career in the horticulture and gardening industries and become a qualified Landscape Designer. .
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
The Certificate IV in Landscape Design suitable for applicants who already have knowledge, experience and/or qualifications in some (or all) of the following areas:
horticulture
gardening
landscape maintenance
landscape construction
To ensure that students are placed in the appropriate course, we ask that applicants for the Certificate IV of Landscape Design provide evidence that they meet one or more of the following criteria:
completed a certificate III In Horticulture or Landscaping
and/or
a minimum 12 months in Horticulture or Landscaping industry with participation planting programs, plant identification skills, and/ or landscape construction
It is also essential that students are proficient with computer use including; the use of Microsoft Word, email, file management and website-browsing.
Launch your career in science with this entry-level course that qualifies you to work as a laboratory assistant in food technology, pathology, schools or trades..
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 want to make a real difference?. When you complete the Diploma of Community Services you'll be on your way to a team leading career as a program coordinator, early intervention worker, or case manager.
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
Completion of CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent industry experience is preferred prior to commencing this course.
If you do not meet the entry requirements of CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services, we recommend applying for CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services
Students must be at least 18 years old to commence this course, or
Have prior work or study experience in Community Services
Do you want to build a meaningful career caring for our aged members of the community, assisting to enrich quality of life and making a real positive impact in your role on a daily basis?.
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
Student must be over 18 years of age as the industry generally does not provide work placements for students under 18, making younger people unable to complete the qualification.
Are you ready to gain a specialised skillset in horticulture and watch your career bloom and flourish? Get qualified for supervisory roles in the industry with this nationally recognised course. .
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
Applicants are required to provide evidence that they meet one or more of the following criteria:
completed a certificate III In Horticulture or
minimum 24 months in the Horticulture industry with participation planting programs, pest and weed and diseases control and have extensive plant identification skills
Do you want an eventful career?. The Certificate III in Events, reflects the role of individuals who use a range of well-developed events administration or operational skills and knowledge to complete event-related work activities.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
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 an eventful career?. When you complete the Diploma of Event Management you will be able to work as an events/conference organiser or functions coordinator in the community, cultural, hospitality, sporting, and tourism sectors. Good news!
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)
Do you have the drive to make a difference in the lives of young people and a passion for helping others? This course will give you job ready skills to become a youth worker and play a key role in developing and supporting children and teens in our community, leading to better and brighter futures..
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
The CHC40421 Certificate IV Youth Work qualification covers workers who provide information, advice and advocacy and would also be appropriate for community education and policy workers. The qualification requires students to complete 17 units (15 core and 2 electives).
Students undertaking the course on campus are required to have successfully completed the CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services, which will allow them to apply for credit towards the CHC40421 Certificate IV Youth Work. The number of units for which credit will be granted will depend on the electives already completed in the Certificate IV Community Services. There is no cost associated with applying for and receiving credit. Note that online students are not required to have completed the CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services.
A work placement in industry is required to complete the CHC40421 Certificate IV Youth Work. Industry has advised that work placement for under 21 year old's is unlikely and without a work placement, students will not be able to successfully complete the qualification.
Take the plunge into leadership Become a leader in the outdoor recreation industry.
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
This course is available as a traineeship.
Entrance requirements for traineeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
In a traineeship you also gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. The difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship is that a traineeship can be either a full time or part time employment based training arrangement, usually for a nominal duration of 12 months or more, generally in a non-trade related area.
To find out how to arrange a traineeship and study at South Metropolitan TAFE, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre closest to you.
