TAFE Institutions Melbourne

Tertiary and Further Education colleges (TAFE) are colleges found throughout Australia, where you can gain qualifications in a particular course and to get you employment within the industry or trade you desire. There is a large variety of TAFE courses available for offer, from learning English at any one of the ELICOS approved TAFE colleges, or studying a Diploma of Information Technology at RMIT, every student will receive first-class internationally recognized qualifications that will help you start your career.

TAFE institutions are located all over the Melbourne suburbs, and provide a clean, safe, environment, with a full range of facilities to assist students with their studies. Course length varies from 4 weeks to 4 years duration, depending on the course in which you have enrolled. Courses are divided into units of competency which combines to add to your final grade.


Grades

As study commences, the work submitted is graded by the courses lecturer. These grades contribute towards your final grade and qualification. Grades will be given to students after the lecturer has marked the assignments, practical tests, and other skills test that the course has to offer.

The following grades are given:

General TAFE grades
HD       High Distinction    80-100 percent
DI        Distinction           70-79 percent
CR        Credit                 60-69 percent
PA        Pass                    50-59 percent
NN        Fail                     0 -49 percent

Additional grades
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
PX - Pass Grade Only
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment
NEX - No Assessment Scheduled
S - Supplementary Exam Granted
SP - Supplementary pass
RW - Results withheld
Credit  Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning grading
AL       Assessed/Recognised Learning
EX       Exempt Single Course (Subject)
RCG    Recognition of Current Competency - Granted
RCN    Recognition of Current Competency – Not Granted
RLG    Recognition of Prior Learning - Granted
RLN    Recognition of Prior Learning – Not Granted


Course Modes

Which course mode you choose depends on how much time you wish to study each week Students may only have enough time to participate in a part time course instead of a full time course, or may have already have employment but wish to gain further qualifications and skills in that industry or trade. Courses vary from face-to-face class room courses, which you can discuss your studies with a fully qualified lecturer, to online courses where attendance is not compulsory. Apprenticeships and traineeships allow you to work and study at the same time. Look around and choose the best course mode which suits you and your studies.


Study Areas

Study areas the different sectors of employment, broken down into categories. Each study area category has courses specifically developed for students to gain the skills and qualifications to find employment in that specific industry or trade. Each campus will have different courses available for offer. Therefore not all study areas are available at every campus.

Be sure to choose which course you register for very carefully. This decision is a major turning point in your life. Find a study area which suits your personality and lifestyle.


Campus

Campuses can be found all over Melbourne’s metropolitan area. Each campus is connected to public transport, buses, trains or trams. Most campuses in the suburban areas have car parks available for students to park their vehicles. Students are requires to wear the appropriate attire for the course they are attending on campus.

Each campus provides facilities that the students can use whenever they wish. 

These facilities include:

Library and/or bookshop
Computer and internet access
Canteen/restaurant
Toilets, change rooms and some even have showers
Disability access
Study areas
Seminar rooms/conference facilities


Student services

There are a large number of student services available for the students to get help and support in each campus. Student services vary from each college to college. Feel free to ask the student services staff and questions. You can ask them for help on any issues that may arise. They might even help you with personal issues. All information is considered completely discreet.


Typical student services available for offer are:

Orientation
Student ID card
Travel concession cards
Student counseling
Disability support
International Office for international students
Careers and employment advice
Aboriginal services
Study skills
Personal Counseling
First-aid/emergency assistance


Qualification Levels

TAFE offers a wide range of nationally recognized qualifications various, most of which are accredited by the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF).

Certificates range from on e to four, and are made to enhance your vocational skills. This is perfect if you wish to change your current career path or to re-enter the workforce. Certificates usually take around 6-18 months or equivalent full-time.

Diplomas are widely respected by employers, as the qualification proves to the employer the student has developed high-level practical vocational skills, which you can utilize in your career or to continue with your studies at a University or any other type of education institution.

English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (or ELICOS) courses have been developed for international students to learn the basic skills of the English language. ELICOS courses teach the four primary areas of the English language, which are reading, writing, speaking and listening.

A statement of attainment is a qualification which is given to students who do not complete all of a course which you studied in. This statement includes all units of competency and the qualification gained.

The types of qualification levels at TAFE institutions are:
➢    Statement of Attainment
➢    English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (or ELICOS)
➢    Certificate I
➢    Certificate II
➢    Certificate III
➢    Certificate IV
➢    Diploma
➢    Advanced Diploma


Applications and enrolling

AA Education Network is an international student office which processes applications for TAFE throughout Australia. Students receive from us application information.


Fees

Fees vary from college to college and also depend on which course you decide to enroll.

Fees must be paid prior to the commencement of the course.

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE is a comprehensive training institute located in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne.  The institute opened in 1982 and provided a choice of 90 areas of study to approximately 7000 students.  Since then, Holmesglen has grown to become the most successful TAFE institute in Australia.  In 2008, Holmesglen offered over 600 programmes to a student population of 50 00.

Holmesglen TAFE is the only institute in Australia to offer upper secondary, vocational and tertiary education. The Holmesglen Vocational College opened in 2005.  The school combines upper secondary level education with vocational training to provide students with practical experience.  Qualifications earned at the Vocational College offer pathways into industry recognised apprenticeships and higher level educational study.

Holmesglen is an innovative and quality assured training institution.  They offer smaller class sizes taught by dedicated, accredited professionals with real world experience.  Holmesglen has state of the art facilties and a relevant curriculum.  They can also assist with part time employment placement.


Campuses

Chadstone

Holmesglen’s Chadstone campus is located in the south eastern Melbourne suburb and offers study in most areas of building, business, design and the arts.  The Chadstone campus houses a dental laboratory, live theatre spaces, a broad range of multi media equipment and building workshops, where actual, full scale building tasks are undertaken by pre-apprentices.  It also has three cafeterias, a gymnasium, bookshop, medical clinic and free parking.  Chadstone campus is easily accessed by bus or train and is wheelchair friendly.


Moorabbin

Located in the beautiful bayside region of Melbour, the Moorabbin campus provides vocational train in a wide range of areas and is also the home of the Holmesglen Vocational College.  The Moorabbin campus recently underwent a 25 million dollar restoration and now offers pre university studies in nursing, four biotechnology laboratories and industrial kitchens for hospitality students, as well as a student fitness centre and lounge, cafeteria and free parking.


Waverly

The Waverly campus supplies an impressive range of facilties to ensure students receive practical, individualised training.  Specialised facilities include simulated travel office, child care centre and housekeeping facilities, a horticultural nursery, the Zest training restaurant and fitness and recreation facilties for teaching skills from sports management to naturopathy.

Areas of study:
Holmesglen offers studies in:

• Arts and design,
• Business and information technology,
• Health and social sciences,
• Building and construction,
• Engineering and science,
• Lifestyle and environment
• Furnishing and decorating
• Education and languages, and
• Hospitality and tourism.

Combining real world experience, practical facilties and dedicated teaching staff, Holmesglen is one of Australia’s best TAFE institutes and provides essential experience for students.

Why study at Holmesglen?
Holmesglen Institute is recognised as one of Australia’s leading education and training institutions and has been delivering quality programs and services to international students for over 20 years.

We offer:

• Assistance with part-time employment placement
• State of the art technology, systems and facilities, with access 7 days a week.
• Innovative, quality assured programs
• Diverse range of academic, English language and welfare support services
• Dedicated, accredited staff with an extensive range of skills and qualifications
• Small class sizes providing individual attention
• Guaranteed pathways to university Chadstone Campus > Waverley Campus > Moorabbin Campus