Melbourne College

Vocational Education and Training Australia
A place where work and study meet

Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) institutions provide students with a unique opportunity to attain skills in actual work environments, both real and simulated.  VET courses are created by industry and government bodies, which work together to create and develop nationally accredited training courses with predetermined outcomes.  These programmes are presented to students through Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Institutes, private colleges and some schools and universities.

VET Institutes heavily emphasise the importance of practical work.  While they students are provided with a theoretical framework, they also receive real life training in their chosen area of study.  By developing skills and knowledge within this context, students find they are more easily able to transfer their teachings into real world situations.  The practical expertise gained at these institutes gives graduates a distinct advantage in the work place.

These qualifications are often just the beginning, with many students choosing to build upon their knowledge or use their qualification for university placement.  Depending on the degree, your VET certificate may be credited towards a university degree.  Not only will you leave Australia with two internationally recognised degrees, you’ll also be able to demonstrate practical knowledge, giving you an advantage over other university graduates.

VET Training courses provide graduates with an Australian Qualifications Framework degree (usually at Certificate or Diploma level) that is recognised worldwide.  Disciplines offered at these institutes include business and management, science and technology, design and arts, communications, sport and recreation, community service and health, tourism and hospitality, engineering and building, horticulture and land management, and English.

VET training courses are available throughout Australia.  They are subject to frequent and rigorous quality checks.  To find out more about how the Australian Government ensures you receive the world class education you deserve, visit the quality assurance page of their website.