High school students
At SkillsTech Australia, high school students have the opportunity to study for a trade and technician qualification in a number of ways.
VET in Schools programs
Study a trade while still at school with a VET in Schools program.
Combined senior studies
Study at TAFE and combine your senior studies Certificate of Education with a pre-apprenticeship program.
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships
School-base apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs) allow high school students to work towards a recognised qualification and complete their secondary school studies.
VET in Schools
The SkillsTech Australia 2010 VET in Schools Programs booklet [PDF 2.3MB] is now available for download or can be requested by mail.
Students in years 11 and 12 can access a range of programs that will provide them with practical, hands-on training.
By completing a SkillsTech Australia VET in Schools program, students have the opportunity to:
- access a wider range of program offerings through their school
- gain credit points towards their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
- gain real vocational skills and qualifications while completing their QCE
- gain a competitive edge in the employment marketplace
- gain credit towards further TAFE study
- learn from qualified industry professionals.
To nominate for participation in a VET in Schools program, please contact your school's VET Coordinator.
Schools may download the Program nomination form [DOC 260KB] and return to the Schools Liaison Unit.
Combined senior studies
Combine your senior studies Certificate of Education with one of SkillsTech Australia's pre-apprenticeship programs:
- automotive
- construction
- electrical
- furnishing/cabinet making
- mechanical general
- metal fabrication
- plumbing.
Study options
Choose to study full-time or by direct entry.
| Study option | One year |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full time, in conjunction with the senior studies Certificate of Education |
| Intake | January |
| Study option | Direct entry |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full time, 20 week block |
| Intake | January and July |
Complete your combined senior studies at the Alexandra Hills Training Centre.
Download the combined senior studies flyer [PDF 185kb]
School-based apprenticeships
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs) allow high school students to work for an employer, train towards a recognised qualification and complete their secondary school studies. They are available across a wide range of trades.
SATs provide students with:
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the chance to work towards an Overall Position score
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qualifications or skills that are recognised Australia-wide and that can count towards the Queensland Certificate of Education
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hands-on experience in a workplace
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paid work
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confidence and contacts to move from school to work or further study.
Visit the Apprentices Info website for the latest information.