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VET COURSE GUIDE

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2017 COURSE GUIDE
Information
04 What are VET and TVET
courses?
05 How to apply
06 Course types
07 Advanced options
09 School-based apprentices
and trainees
10 Pathway to career success
12 Aboriginal education –
more support, more success
Board Developed courses
14 Automotive
16 Business Services
18 Construction
20 Electrotechnology
22 Financial Services
24 Hospitality
26 Human Services
28 Information and Digital
Technology
30 Metal and Engineering
32 Primary Industries
34 Retail Services
36 Retail Extension in
Community Pharmacy
38 Tourism, Travel and Events
Board Endorsed courses
41 Aboriginal Languages
42 Aboriginal Pathways
in Primary Health Care
43 Active Volunteering
44 Animal Studies
45 Aquaculture
46 Aviation (Flight Operations
or Ground Operations and
Service)
47 Baking
48 Beauty Services (Make-Up)
49 Beauty Services (Nail
Technology)
50 Computer Aided
Drafting (CAD)
51 Defence Force Preparation
52 Design – Graphic /Interior
53 Digital Photography
54 Driver Education
55 Early Childhood Education
and Care
56 Fashion Design and
Technology
57 Fashion Photography
58 Fitness
59 Floristry
60 Furniture Making
61 Hairdressing
62 Horse Industry Practice
63 Information and Digital Skills
64 Maritime Operations –
Deckhand
65 Music Industry –
Introduction
66 Plumbing
67 Property Services (Agency)
68 Resources and
Infrastructure Work
Preparation
69 Screen and Media
70 Skills for Work and
Vocational Pathways
71 Visual Arts
VET = Vocational
Education and Training
TVET = TAFE-delivered
Vocational Education
and Training
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Message from the
North Coast TAFE
Institute Director
TVET offers exciting choices for students who are looking
for practical learning with pathways into TAFE, uni or work.
Check out past students’ success stories in this guide –
they illustrate some of the great opportunities offered by a
TVET course.
North Coast TAFE would love to be part of your pathway
to the future, so I invite you to consider a TVET program
when choosing your HSC subjects.
Acknowledgement of country
North Coast TAFE recognises and acknowledges the traditional
custodians of the land on which we learn and work together. We are
committed to building relationships, respect and opportunities for all
Aboriginal people in our region.
ElizabethMcGregor
North Coast TAFE has a long
and proud record of working with
government and non-government
schools through TVET (TAFE-
delivered Vocational Education
and Training).
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Benefits of VET courses
A vocational course will equip students with
relevant knowledge and skills valued by
employers and will help make students more
job ready.
It will also help students gain:
■ a nationally recognised award under the
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
– a valuable qualification recognised by
industry and other training providers
■ more confidence and independence
■ insight into the type of career they might
like, helping them make better career
decisions
■ experience in an adult learning
environment.
Students entering Years 11 and 12 can undertake
vocational education and training (VET) courses
that count towards their units of study and provide
nationally recognised qualifications as part of their HSC.
A large range of courses are available for local high school students to study. These
courses are delivered at local secondary schools or TAFE campuses. When VET courses
in Year 11 and 12 are taught by TAFE teachers at TAFE campuses (or sometimes at
schools) they are called TAFE-delivered VET courses – or TVET courses.
Chloe Champan
After living in Japan for 12 months as a
ROTARY exchange student, Chloe Champan
developed an interest in the travel industry and
the co-ordination of events. So when choosing
her HSC subjects TAFE's TVET course - Travel,
Tourism and Events was an obvious choice.
She says This course helped guide me on my
way to pursue further
study in my chosen
course. The teachers and
facilities were great and
contributed to my success
at being accepted to
continue my studies at
the Diploma level.
Did you know?
Completing a TVET qualification at North
Coast TAFE as part of a student’s HSC can
ensure they receive guaranteed placement* in
selected North Coast TAFE courses after they
finish school. It’s a great kick-start and a chance
to continue studies on a career path of interest.
*Eligibility and course availability conditions apply.
What are the course costs for
TAFE-delivered courses?
TAFE provides TVET courses to all schools and school
systems on a fee-for-service basis. The Department of
Education and Communities does not pass on these
fees to government school students.
However, non-government schools may require their
students to pay additional fees to contribute to the
cost of TAFE-delivered courses.
Speak to the school Careers Advisor or VET
Coordinator for further information regarding
course costs.
Australian Tertiary
Admission Rank (ATAR)
Students may include one Board Developed
VET course in the calculation of their ATAR.
HSC exams in VET courses are optional.
What are VET
and TVET courses?
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How to apply
Applying for a TVET course is easy.
Follow these simple steps to get started:
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Students and parents should read the 2017 TVET guide for high school
students. While reading, it's a good idea to think about what the student
is interested in and careers they may like to start learning about. It’s
important that the right TVET courses are chosen and the student gets
the most out of their TVET experience.
Students, parents and Careers Advisors should
discuss potential options, pathways and a
selection of courses that meet the student's
needs and goals.
Fill in the 2017 Expression of Interest (EOI) form.
The EOI form can be downloaded from
northcoasttafe.edu.au or provided by the school's
VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor.
The EOI form should be signed by the student, parent or
guardian and the school principal. TVET course codes must be
included on the EOI form. They are found on the local course
insert available from the VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor.
Submit the 2017 TVET Expression of Interest
form to the school’s Careers Advisor before the
closing date of 16 September 2016.
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Course types
Did you know that you can study some TVET courses online?
Studying TVET online is a new and flexible alternative to
attending a TAFE campus. It allows you to study around other
HSC commitments and helps reduce travel time and costs.
While TVET online students are well-supported, you will need
to be a self-directed learner with good time management and
independent study skills. Please check in the locations section if
your course is offered online.
Board Developed courses are developed
by the Board of Studies. These 240 hour
courses can be examinable and can count
towards the calculation of a student’s ATAR.
Board Endorsed courses are endorsed by
the Board of Studies but are not examinable
and therefore do not contribute to the
ATAR.
Students may be able to undertake additional
units of study in some courses to gain
additional qualifications. Students must be
enrolled in, or have completed, the 240 hour
course before enrolling in an extension or
specialisation course. Students who successfully
complete an extension or specialisation course
will receive additional vocational qualifications.
Extension and specialisation courses
are available for study in:
■ Animal Studies
■ Business Services
■ Construction
■ Financial Services
■ Hospitality
■ Information and Digital Technology
■ Metal and Engineering
■ Primary Industries
■ Retail Services
Extension courses can be available as one unit
(60 hour), two unit (120 hour), three unit (180 hour)
or four unit (240 hour) courses. Board Developed
extension courses do not contribute to the
calculation of an ATAR and there is no exam.
VET courses count towards HSC unit credit. The Board of Studies
Teaching Education Standards NSW (BOSTES) classifies them
as either Board Developed courses or Board Endorsed courses.
Study selected T VET
course online!
Exclusions may apply to some VET
courses. Please check with the school
VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor
regarding a student's pattern of study.
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Advanced options
One year and two year TVET courses
Where a course is one year or two years,
students may study a course for:
■ one year only in Year 11 or
■ one year only in Year 12 or
■ two years over Years 11 and 12.
Fast Track
Fast Track courses are two-year study
programs that maximise credit transfer into
further vocational qualifications. Students can
complete four units of study in Year 11 and
then complete additional units of extension
study in their HSC year.
Summer/Winter School
Summer/Winter School enables students
to complete 120 hours of study in their TVET
course over the school holidays. This allows
students to meet the BOSTES requirements
for two units preliminary or HSC study.
The table below shows an example of the
Summer/Winter School and Fast Track options
which allow students to complete courses
faster or take on further study.
Fast Track Standard
2 unit preliminary and
2 unit HSC course
2 unit preliminary and
2 unit HSC course, or
4 unit preliminary, or
4 unit HSC course
2 unit preliminary
course
Finish 2 unit course
over Dec/Jan
Sit HSC exam
Course complete
Optional 2 or
4 unit extension
Optional 2 or
4 unit extension
2 unit HSC course
Sit HSC exam
Course complete
2017
preliminary
(Year 11)
2018 HSC
(Year 12)
Summer/Winter School
Monique Orme
Monique Orme is currently studying fulltime at Griffith University
on the Gold Coast undertaking a dual qualification of a Bachelor of
Exercise Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy. During Monique's
Year 11 and 12 studies she completed a school-based traineeship with
North Coast TAFE studying a Certificate III in Sport and Recreation.
Monique was employed with Timeout Adventures in Coffs Harbour,
which gave her great hands on experience within the industry and
assisted her entry into higher education.
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Work placement
Students may have work placement as a
mandatory requirement. All Board Developed
courses have compulsory work placement of 35
hours for each two units of study.
Students with special needs
Students with special needs are encouraged to
enrol in and complete VET courses delivered at
school or TAFE.
Parents, teachers and students should
carefully consider:
■ student career choices
■ the recommendation of the School Learning
Support Team
■ the likelihood of the student achieving all or
some of the competencies or elements of
competency for the course
■ the mandatory work placement requirements
for the course
■ the student’s ability to complete the required
hours of attendance.
Students with disabilities or learning difficulties
are required to submit additional information
that will enable support requirements to be
determined prior to undertaking the course.
Information about this is available from local
high schools.
Recognition of Prior Learning, advanced
standing and credit transfer
Students can apply for Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL), including credits for relevant
subjects completed with another registered
training organisation.
Speak to the Course Coordinator if it appears
that a student may be able to claim recognition
or credit for specific skills in a course.
Advanced standing refers to units of
competence that a student will receive credit
for in subsequent qualifications. All vocational
education qualifications or training completed
as part of a student's HSC are recognised by
TAFE and other VET providers. Students are not
required to repeat training completed at school.
More information on RPL and credit transfer is
available on the North Coast TAFE website.
Jack Gaynor completed a school-based
traineeship in Human Services while studying his
HSC. Jack worked part-time at Legacy Nursing
Home Coffs Harbour and also volunteered as a First
Aider with St Johns Ambulance. Jack is currently
working at the Coffs Harbour Health Campus as
an assistant in Nursing while studying a Bachelor
of Nursing at the University of Wollongong. Jack
was the top scoring Human Services student for his
campus and has been a recipient of a $30,000 rural
and remote scholarship to attend his studies from
2016 onwards.
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School-based apprenticeships and
traineeships are more than just part-time
jobs – they’re a great way to set a student
up for the career they want while they are
completing their HSC.
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships
are available to all Year 10, 11 and 12 high school
students in NSW. They allow students to commence
an apprenticeship or complete a traineeship while
at school.
A school-based apprenticeship or traineeship
combines paid work and training.
What can students achieve if they
undertake a school-based apprenticeship
or traineeship?
■ Higher School Certificate – in many cases
achieving an ATAR
■ a nationally recognised vocational qualification –
usually at Certificate II or III level
■ a Certificate of Proficiency issued by State
Training Services for the successful completion
of a traineeship or apprenticeship
■ paid part-time work
■ valuable industry experience
■ a head start to a student's career.
What are the main features of school-based
apprenticeships and traineeships?
School-based apprentices work part-time and
undertake the first stage of their apprenticeship
training before the end of the HSC year. School-
based apprentices commence employment as a
full-time apprentice after their HSC, providing they
have successfully completed both their on-the-job
and off-the-job training program during their senior
high school years.
School-based trainees work part-time and complete
their traineeships by the end of their HSC year.
School-based apprentices
and trainees
How will a school-based apprenticeship/
traineeship fit in with the HSC?
All school-based apprentices must study HSC
VET courses that match the training provided
to first year full-time apprentices. These HSC
VET courses will generally contribute a minimum
of four units of HSC credit out of the 22 units
required for the HSC. The formal training
undertaken by a school-based trainee will also
contribute a minimum of four units of credit
required for the HSC.
Additional HSC unit credits may be applicable for
both school-based apprenticeship and school-
based traineeship courses depending on the
qualification.
School-based apprentices and trainees may also
elect to undertake the industry-based learning
Board Endorsed course that can contribute up to
four additional units of HSC credit. Assessment of
these units will be based on evidence of industry-
based skills built up through paid employment as
an apprentice or trainee during the HSC year.
Further information on school-based apprenticeships
and traineeships is available at www.sbatinnsw.info
or contact the school's VET Coordinator or
Careers Advisor.
April Orme
April Orme from Coffs Harbour
completed a Certificate III in
Tourism and Events as part
of her HSC studies. April has
now been accepted to study
either a Bachelor of International Tourism and
Hotel Management or Bachelor of Business
Studies at both Southern Cross University and
Griffith University on the Gold Coast. April
also completed a Certificate III in Hospitality
through TVET and as a reuslt finsihed Year 12
with two Certificate III qualifications on top of
her HSC certificate.
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Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL) and
credit transfer
Have the skills and
knowledge you’ve gained
previously in work, study
and life recognised. It may
reduce your study time and
course fees.
You’re here! By choosing a TVET course to
study as part of your HSC you get a head start
on your career and guaranteed entry* into
selected North Coast TAFE courses when you
finish school.
HSC + VET qualification
(TVET course)
VET qualifications
+ Career outcomes
You can choose from over 600 accredited courses
taught by industry-trained professionals, so
whatever your interests, we have a course to match!
All training and qualifications received in your TVET
course at school count towards your TAFE studies
later on. This means you save time and money by only
studying certain topics once.
Our qualifications range from:
*Eligibility and course availability conditions apply.
you’re here!
Students,
Diploma Advanced Diploma:
Higher level TAFE qualifications that build on
your previous studies and knowledge. It's a great
goal to aim for and can provide you with up to
50% advanced standing in a university degree.
Certificate III IV:
Prepare you for jobs in a range of industries.
If you choose a school-based apprenticeship
or traineeship you’ll get a head start on a
qualification at this level.
Certificate I II:
Aim at building foundation skills and
preparing you for further study or work.
+ TVET
High School
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Did you know TAFENSW offers Graduate Diplomas,
Bachelor Degrees and more? You'll receive all the
benefits of university study, plus the industry-ready
practical skills that TAFE qualifications are known for.
You can get a head start in your tertiary studies
by completing a VET course as part of your HSC.
Choosing a TAFE to uni pathway is a great way to
get practical, ‘job ready’ skills and then gain entry
into a university at an advanced stage.
Partner universities
Visit northcoasttafe.edu.au for the latest
updates and links to the TAFE credit transfer
pages of our partner university websites:
A TVET course can give your child:
a nationally recognised
qualification valued by
employers and other training
providers
more confidence and
independence
experience in an adult learning
environment
insight into a range of career
and work possibilities
guaranteed entry* into
selected North Coast TAFE
courses upon completion
of HSC.
VET qualifications
+ Higher education qualifications
+ Career outcomes
Info for
parents!
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What’s next for you?
Discover your future now!
Our (TVET) courses can help launch your career. Deadly options
right here to learn for work whilst you are still at school.
Choose hospitality, children's services, construction, marketing, fitness,
animal studies, digital media, and so much more:
• Learn deadly, practical work-related skills whilst you are at school
• Find out about school based apprenticeships and traineeships
• Complete units that count towards your Higher School Certificate (HSC)
• Most TVET courses lead to further TAFE or university studies
Find out more now
www.nctafe.aboriginallearningcircle.com
or www.northcoasttafe.edu.au
Or give us a call on 1300 628 233
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13. Board Developed (ATAR)
courses:
■ Give a student credit towards
their HSC.
■ Provide a national vocational
qualification recognised by
employers, TAFE and other
vocational education and training
providers across Australia.
■ Require students to complete a
work placement of 35 hours per
two units of study.
■ Have an optional state-wide HSC
examination. The examination can
be included in the calculation of a
student's ATAR.
■ May lead into a pathway towards
related courses at TAFE,
universities and other training
organisations.
■ Only one VET course can
contribute to a student's ATAR.
■ Category B courses.
Board
Developed
courses
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Course description
This hands-on course gives students the opportunity to develop the
technical, vocational and interpersonal skills that will equip them up
for success within the automotive industry.
Students will spend practical time in an automotive workshop
and be involved in a range of activities to strengthen their
technical knowledge.
There are four course pathways available for students including:
■ mechanical
■ motorcycle
■ outdoor power equipment (small engines)
■ paint and panel.
Apprentice mechanic, parts and accessories sales person, new and used car sales person.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour),
4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation (AUR20712) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in higher level qualifications in the Automotive Industry
Retail, Service and Repair Training Package (AUR12)
Note Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study.
This is a category B course.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Career Opportunities
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

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Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

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Clerk, administration or office assistant, receptionist, personal assistant, office administrator. Further
study in areas such as marketing, human resources, accounting and project management will lead to more
specialised career opportunities.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate II in Business (BSB20115) and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in a range of Certificate III qualifications within the Business Services
Training Package (BSB)
Note 1 unit (60 hour), 2 unit (120 hour) or 3 unit (180 hour) specialisation courses available.
Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study. This is a category B course.
Course description
For students who enjoy seeking a challenge and want
to be part of a high-performing workplace, this course
provides the core business skills and knowledge they
need to succeed.
Students will learn how to work effectively in a business
and office environment, deliver excellent customer
service and use a range of business technologies.
Business services can include:
■ advertising
■ accounting
■ business
■ communication
■ human resources
■ legal work
It also includes more specialised functions such as
franchising, project management, and work, health
and safety.
The course is designed to give students a range of
business skills valued within and beyond the workplace.
These skills include becoming proficient in word
processing applications, spreadsheets, database
manipulation and financial documents preparation.
Certificate II in Business (BSB20115)
Certificate III (BSB30115) or
Certificate IV in Business (BSB40215)
Diploma of Business (BSB50215)
Bachelor of Business
(Management)
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
■ management
■ market research
■ sales and marketing
■ secretarial and
technology applications.
Career Opportunities
Services
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
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3 Ballina
3 Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Trenayr
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
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Course description
This hands-on course gives students a practical introduction to the construction industry
– showcasing the broad range of career opportunities available.
Students gain foundation knowledge and skills, including how to plan and organise
building activities, work with others in a construction team and use a range of tools and
equipment safely.
Courses are available in the areas of:
■ bricklaying
■ carpentry
■ general construction
■ off-site construction (including shop fitting)
■ waterproofing.
Entry level employment in the general construction industry. Further study can lead onto careers
such as a foreman, builder, scaffolder or site manager.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour),
4 units x 1 year (240 hour), plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate II in Construction (CPC20112) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in a range of Certificate III level qualifications within the
General Construction Training Package (CPC08)
Note 1 unit (60 hour), 2 unit (120 hour), 3 unit (180 hour) and 4 unit (240 hour)
specialisation courses available. Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per
2 units of study. This is a category B course.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Career Opportunities
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

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Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Course description
In this hands-on, high-energy course, students will gain the basic skills and
knowledge they need for work within the electrotechnology industry.
Students learn to safely install and maintain electrical equipment and
systems for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes including electrical
transmission and distribution equipment.
There are a range of electives to choose from including security equipment
installation, electrical machine repair, switchgear and control.
The course includes practical tasks working with:
■ components
■ tools and equipment
■ direct current circuits
■ electrical drawings and compliance
■ safety
■ sustainability.
Apprentice Electrician, data communications worker, electrical trades assistant, air conditioning
and refrigeration apprentice.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour),
4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (UEE22011) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in a range of Certificate III qualifications within the
Electrotechnology Training Package (UEE11)
Note Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study.
This is a Catagory B course
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Career Opportunities
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

21. Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Bookkeeper, accounts clerk, administration officer, payroll officer. Further study may lead to higher
roles in accounting and financial management.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour),
2 units x 2 years plus 1 unit extension (300 hour)
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate III in Accounts Administration (FNS30315) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Pathway Diploma of Accounting (FNS50215)
Note Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study.
This is a category B course.
Course description
Designed to provide the fundamentals and initial
grounding needed for the accounting industry, students
can gain a range of valuable personal, technical and
organisational workplace skills.
These skills can assist students if they start their own
business or gain employment in areas that include:
■ accounts payable
■ accounts receivable
■ payroll clerk
■ night audit roles within the
hospitality industry
■ stock control within hospitality,
retail or a warehouse
The course can be used as a stepping stone into the
accounting industry and as a pathway to university.
Career Opportunities
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Certificate III in Accounts
Administration (FNS30315)
Diploma of Accounting
(FNS50215)
Bachelor of Commerce
(Accounting)
– Up to 18 months credit for your
TAFE studies means less time at
University
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
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Course description
This course is ideal for students who are
inspired by food and who excel in a customer-
focused environment.
Students will learn about essential hospitality
duties, while developing a range of specialised
commercial kitchen skills in preparing, cooking
and serving food.
The course focuses on the practical application
of cookery principles, implementation of food
safety procedures and the presentation of
foods for a range of hospitality establishments.
Students also learn about the overall
hospitality industry and will build customer
service and communications skills, along with
a wide range of skills in food and beverage
service, accommodation services and other
hospitality services.
A diverse range of occupations exist across the hospitality industry, such as customer service and sales,
commercial cookery and catering, food and beverage service, accommodation service, marketing and
promotion.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate II in Hospitality (SIT20213), Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (SIT20312)
and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in a range of Certificate III level qualifications within the Tourism,
Hospitality Training Package (SIT12)
Note 1 unit (60 hour) or 2 unit (120 hour) specialisation courses available.
Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study. This is a category B course.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Career Opportunities
Certificate II in Hospitality
(SIT20213)
Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30713)
Diploma of Hospitality (SIT50313)
or Advanced Diploma of
Hospitality (SIT60313)
Bachelor of Business, Hotel or
Resort Management – Up to 18
months credit for your TAFE studies
means less time at University
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

25. 3 Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Aged Care and Health Services Assistance
Course description
Providing transferable skills and
experience in teamwork, communication
and workplace health and safety, students
can gain a distinct advantage for entering
the community services, aged care or
health industries.
Once they have completed the course,
students can assist the elderly with their
living, emotional and psychological needs
in a range of community and residential
aged care facilities.
Assistant in nursing in public and private acute care, aged care or health facilities.
Further study can lead to careers in higher level nursing roles, midwifery and health management.
Pattern of study 4 units x 1 year plus 2 units x 1 year (360 hour)
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate III in Individual Support-Ageing (CHC33015), Certificate III in Health
Services Assistance (HLT33115), Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (HLT33015)
and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing into other qualifications in Health Training Package (HLT) or
Community Services Training Package (CHC)
Note Students must adhere to uniform requirements to ensure compliance with WHS
regulations. Students participating in clinical placements in hospitals or related NSW
Health system facilities must comply with the assessment, screening and vaccination
requirements of the NSW Department of Health Policy. Students over the age of
16 may be required to undergo a National Criminal History Record Check. This is
a category B course. Work placement mandatory. 120 hours for Certificate III in
Individual Support-Ageing. 80 hours for Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
and 80 hours for Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance.
Career Opportunities
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Certificate III in Health Services
Assistant (HLT33115), Certificate
III in Individual Support-Ageing
(CHC33015) or Certificate III in Allied
Health Assistance (HLT33015)
Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115)
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Bachelor of Midwifery or
Bachelor of Nursing
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

27. 3 Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
3 Macksville
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
3 Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Key: 3 Aged Care 3 Health Services Assistance
Please Note: Allied Health – Available all locations
Locations
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Course description
For students who have a keen interest in
computers and technology, this course
provides a range of skills suited to entry-level
work in this pivotal area of any industry.
With a focus on supporting and managing
information and digital technology in the
workplace, students will gain invaluable
knowledge to set themselves up for a
successful career.
The three streams available are:
■ web and software applications
■ networking and hardware
■ digital animation.
Multimedia and web development specialists, desktop publishers, graphic designers, programmers and
IT help desk operators.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology (ICT30115), and/or transcript
of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in higher level qualifications in the Information and
Communications Technology Training Package (ICT)
Note 1 unit (60 hour), 2 unit (120 hour), 3 unit (180 hour), 4 unit (240 hour) specialisation
courses available. Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study.
This is a category B course.
Digital Technology
Career Opportunities
Certificate III in Information, Digital
Media and Technology (ICT30115)
Certificate IV in Information
Technology (ICT40115)
Diploma of Information
Technology (ICT50115)
Bachelor of Applied Computing
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

29. Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
3 Macksville
3 Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
3 Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
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Sheetmetal worker, welder, metal fabrication apprentice. Further study can lead to higher level
careers in engineering.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate I in Engineering (MEM10105) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in higher level qualifications within the Metal and
Engineering Training Package (MEM05)
Note 1 unit (60 hour) or 2 unit (120 hour) specialisation courses available.
Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study.
This is a category B course.
Course description
Students will gain a broad range of skills and knowledge in this
hands-on course that will provide the building blocks for entry-level
employment within the metal and engineering industry.
Using a range of machinery and technology to produce and
maintain equipment and products to standards, students learn to
work safely and effectively in a manufacturing environment.
and Engineering
Career Opportunities
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

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Ballina
3 Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Depending on the speciality chosen, career opportunities can include dairy farm worker, farm worker,
green keeping assistant and horticulture assistant.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hours), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Depending on the strand chosen Certificate II in a range of qualifications and/or
transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in higher level qualifications in the Agriculture, Horticulture and
Conservation and Land Management Training Package (AHC10)
Note 1 unit (60 hour), 2 unit (120 hour), 3 unit (180 hour) or 4 unit (240 hour) specialisation
courses available. Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study. Rural
Operations (Horse Industry Specialisation) studies online with workshops at Taree
TAFE Campus. This is a category B course.
Course description
Students can choose from a range of course
pathways that provide hands-on and practical
work experience sought after by employers
within specific primary industries.
Students who are seeking a career in the horse
industry can study rural operations and select
relevant electives.
Students can specialise in a range of industry
areas including:
■ agriculture
■ conservation and land management
■ horticulture
■ landscaping
■ parks and gardens
■ production horticulture
■ production nursery
■ retail nursery
■ rural operations
(horse industry specialisation)
■ sports turf management.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Certificate II in Agriculture
(AHC20110)
Certificate III in Agriculture
(AHC30110) or Certificate IV in
Agriculture (AHC40110)
Diploma of Agriculture
(AHC50110)
Bachelor of Agricultural Business
Management, or Bachelor of
Ecological Agricultural Systems, or
Bachelor of Agricultural Science, or
Bachelor of Agriculture
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
Career Opportunities
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

33. Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
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Course description
This course is perfect for students who
enjoy dealing with people and delivering
excellent customer service. Students gain
an understanding of the retail industry, while
developing a broad range of transferrable
personal and interpersonal skills.
Students will participate in a range of practical
activities covering:
■ customer service
■ communication
■ equipment operations
■ merchandising
■ sales
■ stock control.
A range of positions in retail sales, customer service and administration. Students may even progress
into an area or state manager’s position or CEO of a large retail company. Further study can open
opportunities in business, human resources, community pharmacy and marketing.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
plus specialisation courses
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate II in Retail Services (SIR20212) and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in Certificate III in Retail Operations (SIR30212) or Certificate II in
Community Pharmacy (SIR20112)
Note 1 unit (60 hour) extension course available to complete Certificate III in Retail
Operations (SIR30212). 2 unit (120 hour) extension course available in Community
Pharmacy to complete Certificate II in Community Pharmacy (SIR20112). Work
placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study. This is a category B course.
Certificate II in Retail Services
(SIR20212) or Certificate III in
Retail Operations (SIR30212)
Certificate IV in Retail Management
(SIR40212)
Diploma of Retail Management
(SIR50112)
Bachelor of Business
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Career Opportunities
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

35. Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
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Pharmacy assistant or sales assistant.
Pattern of study 1 unit x 1 year (60 hour), 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
HSC exam No
Qualification Certificate II in Community Pharmacy (SIR20112) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in Certificate III (SIR30112) and IV in Community
Pharmacy (SIR40112)
Note Students must be enrolled in Retail Services (240 hour course).
This is a category B course.
Course description
In this specialised retail course, students will gain the skills
and knowledge they need to work in entry-level positions
within a community pharmacy.
Once they have completed the course, students can
perform typical duties including:
■ serving and interacting with customers
■ merchandising products and controlling stock
■ understanding the product range and the roles and
responsibilities of pharmacy assistants and pharmacists
■ communicating with customers to identify needs and
to provide appropriate product advice and/or referral.
in Community Pharmacy
Career Opportunities
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

37. Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
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Course description
Students who like to organise and manage
events or travel will enjoy the career pathways
this course can unlock.
The course focuses on:
■ arranging and selling tour and travel products
■ the provision of tour, accommodation and
reservation services
■ travellers’ consumption of related products
and services.
Working in the events area includes coordinating
and managing business, community, cultural,
leisure and religious events. The products and
services offered by the tourism and travel
industry are often used for events.
Reservation clerk, tour guide, event/conference assistant, receptionist and office assistant in a retail travel
agency, retail sales assistant in an attraction.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
HSC exam Yes – optional (at completion of 240 hour course)
Qualification Certificate III in Tourism (SIT30112), Certificate III in Events (SIT30612), Statement
of Attainment towards Certificate III in Travel (SIT31312) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Pathway Advanced standing in a range of higher level qualifications in the Tourism, Travel and
Hospitality Training Package (SIT12)
Note Work placement mandatory – 35 hours per 2 units of study. This is a category B course.
Travel and Events
Career Opportunities
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Certificate III in Tourism (SIT30112), or
Certificate III in Travel (SIT31312), or
Certificate III in Events (SIT30612)
Certificate IV in Travel Tourism
(SIT40212)
Diploma of Travel Tourism
(SIT50112)
Bachelor of Business
(Management)
or Bachelor of Tourism
Management
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
BOARDDEVELOPEDCOURSES

39. Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Board Endorsed (Non-
Framework) courses:
■ Give students credit towards their
Higher School Certificate (HSC).
■ Provide a national vocational
qualification recognised by
employers across Australia.
■ Lead into and provide credit for
related courses in universities,
TAFE courses and other training
organisations.
■ Do not count in the calculation
of a student's ATAR.
Board
Endorsed
courses
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41. Aboriginal
Course description
This course is for Aboriginal students (or
non-Aboriginal students, subject to local
Aboriginal community approval) who have
basic skills in Aboriginal Language/s and
who are seeking to increase their Language
proficiency. Students will develop routine
speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in
Aboriginal Language/s. Students will also learn
about local Cultural Knowledge and Protocols
relevant to the use of Language.
These skills and knowledge will help students
participate in the community, progress into
further study, and will assist in the reclamation,
revitalisation and maintenance of Aboriginal
Language/s.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Trenayr
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Career opportunities
This course helps students proceed to further training in Aboriginal Language/s. The course can also
lead into employment in the education sector for Aboriginal people and into employment working with
Aboriginal communities to strengthen relationships and strive for community capacity building and
sustainable development.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Aboriginal Language/s (10217NAT) and/or transcript of competencies
achieved
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Locations
Languages
Aboriginal
Learning
Circle
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Career opportunities
Aboriginal primary health care worker.
Pattern of study 2 units x 2 years (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (HLT20113)
and /or transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course is ideal for students who care
about helping others. It can open up career
paths within health care services for Aboriginal
and/or Torres Strait Islander clients.
After completing the course, students may
work in a health clinic. Other opportunities
may also include delivering limited health care
services to clients living in communities that
are isolated from mainstream health services.
Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
3 Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Health Care
Certificate II in Aboriginal and/or
Torres Strait Islander Primary Health
Care (HLT20113)
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or
Torres Strait Islander Primary Health
Care (HLT40113)
Diploma of Aboriginal Studies
for Professional and Community
Practice (10225NAT)
Bachelor of Primary Health Care
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
Aboriginal
Pathways in
Primary

43. Active
Course description
Volunteering will help students gain valuable
work skills and experience that will prepare
them for employment. This course is ideal for
students who are currently volunteering in a
local community organisation.
Students will learn how to communicate
effectively in a work environment and work
as part of a team. They will also gain an
understanding of general work, health and
safety procedures.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Trenayr
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Career opportunities
Volunteer in a community organisation and/or entry level employment in a range of industries.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Active Volunteering (CHC24015) and/or transcript of competencies
achieved
Note 35 hours of work placement mandatory.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Locations
Volunteering
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Animal
Course description
Animal lovers will thoroughly enjoy this
course. Students will have the opportunity
to work with a range of companion animals
and can follow career paths as animal care
and welfare officers or as animal attendants.
Students will learn theory and practice
covering:
■ feeding and handling animals
■ maintaining animal housing
■ caring for and grooming animals
■ maintaining record systems and stock
controls.
Career opportunities
Veterinary nursing attendant, kennel hand, cattery hand, pet shop assistant, zoo keeper and wildlife carer.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Animal Studies (ACM20110) and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Note 2 unit (120 hour) extension course available to complete Certificate III in Animal
Studies (ACM30110).
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Studies
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
3 Macksville
3 Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
3 Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Certificate II in Animal Studies
(ACM20110)
Certificate III in Animal Studies
(ACM30110), or Certificate IV in
Veterinary Nursing (ACM40412)
Diploma of Veterinary Nursing
(General Practice)
(ACM50512)
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway

45. Career opportunities
Aquaculture farm hand, hatchery assistant or aquaculture technician.
Pattern of study 2 units x 2 years (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Aquaculture (SFI20111) and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Note Students need to do a minimum of 1 week work placement per 2 units.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Aquaculture
Course description
For students who love being outdoors, this
course provides an understanding of the aquatic
environment and is a great introduction to the
aquaculture industry.
Students will gain a range of valuable aquaculture
skills including water quality monitoring, stock
handling, harvest, and post-harvest handling.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Certificate II in Aquaculture
(SFI20111)
Certificate III in Aquaculture
(SFI30111)
Bachelor of Science or Fisheries
and Aquaculture
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Career opportunities
Entry level work in the aviation industry such as cargo services operator, cabin crew, check in and customer
service assistant or baggage handler.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Aviation (Flight Operations) (AVI20208) and/or Certificate II in Aviation
(Ground Operations and Service) (AVI20408) and/or transcript of competencies
achieved
Aviation
Course description
This course prepares students for employment
within the sought-after aviation industry –
opening up career possibilities in Australia and
around the world.
Students gain the comprehensive knowledge,
skills and values that international and domestic
airlines seek when recruiting candidates.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
(Flight Operations or
Ground Operations
and Service)

47. Career opportunities
Retail baking apprentice.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Retail Baking (FDF30710) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Baking
Course description
This course is perfect for students who are
inspired by the idea of a career in baking.
It offers the opportunity to learn how to
work effectively and safely in a bakehouse
environment. Students will use the correct
equipment and materials to produce a range
of cakes, pastry products, biscuits and breads.
At the end of the course, students will have
the basic skills and knowledge for entry-level
employment as a baking retail assistant or
as an apprentice in bread making or pastry
cooking.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Career opportunities
Entry level/trainee positions such as a salon assistant with further study leading to careers such as make-up
artist, beauty therapist or beautician.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
3 units x 2 years (360 hour)
Qualification Certificate III in Make-up (SHB30215), and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Note 2 unit (120 hour) specialisation available.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students who like to be creative with make-
up and make others look and feel their best
will enjoy this course. It provides introductory
beauty knowledge and skills, preparing
students for work as a retail assistant or
trainee make-up artist.
Students will develop the techniques they
need to work in a salon and perform make-up
and other beauty related services.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
3 Macksville
3 Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
3 Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Beauty Services
Make-Up

49. Career opportunities
Entry level/trainee positions such as a salon assistant with further study leading to careers such as make-up
artist, beauty therapist or beautician.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
3 units x 1 year and 2 units x 1 year (300 hour)
Qualification Certificate III in Nail Technology (SHB30315), and/or transcript of competencies
achieved
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course is perfect for students who prefer to
specialise in nail technology within the beauty
industry. It will equip students with the skills they
need to offer services in nail enhancement and
nail art.
Students will learn how to:
■ deliver service to customers
■ receive and process sales orders
■ identify and respond to customers’ special
requirements
■ effectively apply and maintain various types
of nail extensions
■ decorate the nails of clients using a variety of
techniques, adornments and creative nail designs
■ give professional manicures and pedicures.
Nail Technology
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Beauty Services
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Career opportunities
General metal and engineering drafting in an office environment.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Computer Aided Drafting (MEM05) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
For students interested in a career in drafting,
this course provides the essential skills and
knowledge they need to produce CAD
drawings.
From simple two-dimensional drawings to
more complex three-dimensional drawings,
students will gain a good grasp for
presentation purposes.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Computer Aided
Drafting (CAD)
Statement of Attainment in Computer
Aided Drafting (MEM05)
Certificate III in Engineering
- Technical (MEM30505), or
Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting
(MEM40412)
Bachelor of Engineering (Software)
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway

51. Course description
This course is designed for students who
require further foundation skill development
to prepare for workforce entry or vocational
training pathways in trades or the Australian
Defence Force trades.
Students will gain the skills, knowledge and
attitude to apply for an apprenticeship in
a trade including plumbing, automotive,
construction and metal and engineering or
entry to the Australian Defence Force trades.
Defence Force
Preparation
Career opportunities
Trade apprenticeship in the Australian Defence Force or apprenticeship in construction, automotive,
plumbing, electrical or metal and engineering.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 3 units x 1 year (180 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour),
4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational
Pathways (FSK20113) and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
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Career opportunities
Graphic or Interior Design assistant.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate III in Design Fundamentals (CUV30715), and/or transcript of competencies
achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Design
Course description
This course is ideal for students who have a
flair for design and enjoy creating. It will help
them to develop fundamental design skills
and prepare for further study in the area.
Students will engage in a balance of design
theory and practical learning.
Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
3 Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Graphic/Interior
Certificate III in Design Fundamentals
(CUA30715)
Certificate IV in Design (CUV40311)
Diploma of Interior Design
and Decoration (MSF50213)
or Diploma of Graphic Design
(CUV50311)
Bachelor of Creative Arts and
Design or Creative Industries
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway

53. Career opportunities
Further and/or specialist study may lead to work opportunities as a camera lighting assistant, or
production assistant.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate III in Screen and Media (CUA31015) and/or transcript of competencies
achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students who are interested in developing
their talent for producing interactive
digital media will benefit from this course.
It provides students with entry-level skills
required for work in the digital imaging
industry.
This includes technical and creative skills
in using a digital camera or scanner to
create and edit photographic images and
preparing photo images for integration
into an interactive media sequence.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
3 Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Digital
Photography
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Career opportunities
When the drivers licence has been attained, the ability to drive may assist the student to gain employment.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational
Pathways (FSK20113) and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Note On completion of the literacy, numeracy and digital technology units, Aboriginal
students will receive exemption from the RMS Driver Knowledge Test fee.
Aboriginal
Learning
Circle
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course is for students who are seeking to
pass the NSW Driver Knowledge Test (L).
On completion of this course students will
understand the RMS Road Users Handbooks
and the different types of drivers licences
available.
Students also learn basic skills and knowledge
for car maintenance, care and safety.
3 Ballina
3 Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
3 Macksville
3 Maclean
3 Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
3 Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Driver
Education

55. Early
Childhood
Career opportunities
Child care assistant, playgroup supervisor, family day care worker, child care worker or nanny.
Pattern of study 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 3 units x 2 years (360 hour), 4 units x 2 years (480 hour)
Qualification Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Note Minimum 35 hours of mandatory work placement for 240 hour course and minimum
120 hours of mandatory work placement for 360 hour and 480 hour courses.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students who enjoy interacting with children
and want to help with their early development
will gain the skills they need in this course.
Students will learn how to use organisational
policies, procedures and individual children’s
profiles to plan activities and provide care to
children, facilitating their leisure and play.
Ballina
3 Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
3 Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
3 Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Education
and Care
Certificate III in Early Childhood
Education and Care (CHC30113)
Diploma of Early Childhood
Education and Care (CHC50113)
Bachelor of Education or
Social Science
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Career opportunities
Fashion design pattern maker, garment production assistant.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (LMT21707) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved
Note Exclusions: Stage 6 Textiles and Design.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course is for students who are
interested in acquiring and applying
creative practical skills and knowledge
as an introduction or induction to the
fashion industry.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Fashion Design
and Technology

57. Career opportunities
Further study may lead to work opportunities as a fashion photographer.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Visual Arts (CUA20715) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course is ideal for students who have an eye
for capturing fashion through photography. In
particular, students will gain an understanding of
photographing clothing and fashion accessories
for display and promotional purposes.
Students will learn to work with a digital
SLR camera and become confident with all
its functions, settings and capabilities. From
exposure and composition to working with
light and image manipulation and other post-
production techniques, students will learn the
fundamentals of photography.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
3 Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Fashion
Photography
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Career opportunities
Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer.
Pattern of study 2 units x 2 year (240 hours)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30315) and/or transcript of
competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students who enjoy fitness and want to help
others reach their fitness goals will gain the
skills they need to succeed in this course.
A career opportunity includes working in the
fitness industry as an exercise instructor.
Students will learn how to:
■ provide fitness orientation and health screening
■ undertake client health assessments
■ maintain sport and recreation equipment
for activities
■ apply anatomy and physiology principles in
a fitness context
■ provide healthy eating information to clients in
accordance with the recommended guidelines
■ provide high quality service in the fitness industry.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Fitness

59. Floristry
Career opportunities
Floristry Assistant.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Floristry (Assistant) (SFL20115)
and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
Course description
This course will provide students with the
skills and knowledge you need to create
basic arrangements, posies, corsages and
table arrangements.
Students will learn how to care for and
maintain floristry tools, the maintenance,
care and handling of cut flowers, as well as
general recognition of plants and foliage.
The course also covers basic retail skills
and shop management.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
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Career opportunities
Assistant cabinet maker, assistant installer of built-in cabinets and production operator within a cabinet
making enterprise.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 3 units x 1 year (180 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour),
4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Furniture Making (MSF20313) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students who like to work with their hands
will enjoy this course that sets them up
for employment as a cabinet maker in the
furniture making industry.
Students gain the skills and knowledge to
manufacture free-standing furniture or built-in
cabinets and provide onsite assistance for
installing furniture or cabinets.
Ballina
3 Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Furniture
Making

61. Career opportunities
Hairdressing salon assistant, hairdressing receptionist, hairdressing apprentice.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 3 units x 1 year (180 hour) subject to approval by BOSTES,
2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Salon Assistant (SHB20216) and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This practical course can help open up career
opportunities within the hairdressing industry.
Students gain the knowledge and skills to work
effectively and safely in a hairdressing salon,
including basic first-aid and an understanding
of industry regulation.
Other learning aspects cover:
■ basic skills and techniques in hair colouring
■ a range of reception tasks
■ client relationships
■ product sales
■ basic elements and principles of hair design
and styling.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
3 Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Hairdressing
Certificate II in Salon Assistant
(SHB20216)
Certificate III in Hairdressing
(SHB30416) or Certificate IV in
Hairdressing (SHB40216)
Diploma of Salon Management
(SHB50216)
Bachelor of Business
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Career opportunities
Entry level employment in the horse industry.
Pattern of study 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment in Horse Industry Practice and/or transcript of competencies
achieved
Note An alternative option is Rural Operations (Horse Industry Specialisation) studies which
is a board developed course offered online with workshops at Taree TAFE campus.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students can fulfil their dream of working
with horses by participating in this course.
Gaining the skills and knowledge to work
safely under supervision, students can follow
career paths as a stud groom, strapper or
stable hand in a range of equine enterprises.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Trenayr
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Horse
Industry
Practice

63. Career opportunities
Office assistant, records assistant, junior office support.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Information, Digital Media and Technology (ICT20115) and/or transcript
of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Through this course, students will gain a solid
understanding of the information, digital
media and technology industry.
Students will develop a variety of general and
transferable skills that they can apply across a
wide range of sectors where information and
communications technology is used.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Digital Skills
Information and
Certificate II in Information, Digital
Media and Technology (ICT20115)
Certificate III in Information, Digital
Media and Technology (ICT30115)
Diploma of Digital Media
Technologies (ICT50915)
Bachelor of Information Technology
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Career opportunities
Entry level positions in the maritime industry.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
Qualification Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Near Coastal) (MAR10313) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This hands-on course is suited to
students who enjoy being out on the
water. The skills gained can lead them to
a career in the maritime industry, where
they can work as a deckhand on vessels
up to 80m long with up to 3000kW
propulsion power.
3 Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
3 Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Trenayr
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Deckhand
Operations
Maritime

65. Career opportunities
Road crew member, recording assistant, performer. Further study in music can lead to careers in sound
engineering and artist representation.
Pattern of study 3 units x 1 year (180 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Music (CUA20615), Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in
Music Industry (CUA20615) and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Musically gifted students and those who
want to be a part of the music industry in
production or management will benefit from
this introductory course.
Students gain music knowledge and listening
skills in selected music styles, familiarity
with the industry and its products and basic
technical skills in performance and/or sound
production.
Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Trenayr
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Introduction
Industry
Music
Statement of Attainment towards
Certificate II in Music (CUA20615)
Certificate II in Music (CUA20615) or
Certificate III in Music (CUA30915)
Diploma of Music (CUA50815)
Bachelor of Music
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Career opportunities
Plumber’s assistant, apprentice plumber.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Plumbing (CPC32413) and/or
transcript of competencies achieved
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
Students who are keen to undertake a
plumbing apprenticeship or who want to
work within the industry will benefit from
this course. Students will receive an in-depth
understanding of the trade and basic skills.
The qualification has core and elective units
of competency that include units common to
other qualifications in the plumbing industry
as well as specialist urban irrigation units of
competency.
Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Plumbing

67. Career opportunities
Entry level positions in the real estate industry.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate III in Property Services (Agency) (CPP30211)
and/or transcript of competencies achieved
Note Work placement is strongly recommended.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
In this course, students will gain the
knowledge, skills and attitudes they
need to gain entry into the booming
and lucrative real estate industry.
After completion, students will have an
entry-level qualification that can open
up doors to a supporting role in property
services.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
(Agency)
Services
Property
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Career opportunities
Civil construction worker, miner or plant operator.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure
Work Preparation (RII20115)
Note Classes delivered in blocks. Dates to be advised. Work placement mandatory – 35 hours.
Please contact us if you would like this course delivered in an area outside those
selected above.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course offers students who enjoy
construction the basic skills and knowledge
they need for further specialised training. It
covers operating various machinery as well
as the skills needed for diverse construction
projects.
Through training partners such as All
Excavations Training, North Coast TAFE
provides students with real work experience.
Students will put into practice the skills they
learn by rehabilitating an old quarry site. They
will also get the opportunity to meet industry
experts and showcase their talents.
Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
3 Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Work Preparation
Resources and
Infrastructure
Statement of Attainment towards
Certificate II in Resources and
Infrastructure Work Preparation
(RII20115)
Certificate II in Resources and
Infrastructure Work Preparation
(RII20115) or Certificate III in Civil
Construction (RII30915)
Diploma of Civil Construction
Management (RII50415)
Bachelor of Engineering
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway

69. Career opportunities
Further study may lead to work opportunities in web and multimedia production, the film, computer game,
radio or television industries.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate III in Screen and Media (CUA31015) and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
For students who find a career in digital arts
alluring, this course gives them the entry-level
skills they need to begin their path.
Students gain creative skills and knowledge in
the complete production process of interactive
digital media.
During the course, students assist with:
■ camera set-up on location
■ preparing for photography shoots
■ setting up lighting
■ shooting video and wrapping up shoots
■ preparing for editing sound
■ assembling sequences for editing
■ preparing to record sound.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
3 Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
3 Lismore
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
3 Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
and Media
Screen
Certificate III in Screen and Media
(CUA31015)
Certificate IV in Screen and Media
(CUA41215)
Diploma of Screen and Media
(CUA51015) or Advanced Diploma
of Screen and Media (CUA60615)
Bachelor of Stage and Screen
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study at TAFE after completing HSC year
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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Career opportunities
Entry level employment in a range of industries.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 3 units x 1 year (180 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour),
2 units x 2 years (240 hour)
Qualification Statement of Attainment towards Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational
Pathways (FSK20113) and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
■ agriculture
■ horticulture
■ animal studies
■ arts and culture
■ automotive
■ business services
■ construction
■ financial services
■ floristry
■ health
■ hospitality
■ manufacturing
■ metal and engineering
■ personal services
■ plumbing
■ retail
■ transport and logistics.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
This course is designed for students who want
to build on their basic work skills to gain an
advantage and prepare for workforce entry or
vocational training pathways.
Students can choose from the following
vocational areas:
3 Ballina
Casino
3 Coffs Harbour
3 CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
3 Kingscliff
Lismore
3 Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
3 Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
Flexible/Online
Locations
Vocational Pathways
Skills for
Work and

71. Career opportunities
Further study will lead to employment in the creative industries.
Pattern of study 2 units x 1 year (120 hour), 2 units x 2 years (240 hour), 4 units x 1 year (240 hour)
Qualification Certificate II in Visual Arts (CUV20111) and/or transcript of competencies achieved.
Contributes to ATAR: yes / no
Course description
For students with creative flair, this course
will showcase the ins and outs of the visual
arts industry. Students will gain general and
transferable skills that they can apply within
the diverse industry sectors.
Students will have the opportunity to learn
basic drawing techniques, develop digital
imaging skills and produce simple creative
works.
Ballina
Casino
Coffs Harbour
CHEC
Grafton
Great Lakes
Kempsey
Kingscliff
Lismore
Macksville
Maclean
Murwillumbah
Port Macquarie
Taree
Wauchope
Wollongbar
3 Flexible/Online
Locations
Visual Arts
Certificate II in Visual Arts
(CUA20715)
Diploma of Visual Arts (CUA51115)
or Advanced Diploma of Visual
Arts (CUA60715)
Bachelor of Visual Arts
Study during school as part of your HSC
Study Higher Qualifications at TAFE
Study at University
TAFE to Uni Pathway
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