What courses are available through VET?

If you thought you’d like to be a chef, tradie, a care giver or start a business qualification, then VET has you covered.

Here’s a summary of the different types of courses and qualifications available in Tasmania:

Vocational qualifications	Generally delivered by registered training organisations
Certificate I/II	These courses are focused on getting you ready for work. Typically Senior Secondary VET courses, or TasTAFE ‘pre-employment’ programs.
Certificate II/III	This is where you start if you’re planning to enter a traineeships or apprenticeships, including Australian School-based Apprenticeships (ASbAs).
Certificate III	This is the minimum level qualification for many industries and occupations, including Early Childhood Education and Care; Aged and Disability Care; Business and Administration. It is also the level achieved after successfully completing an apprenticeship, such as Automotive; Building and Construction; Commercial Cookery; Hairdressing.
Certificate III	Generally regarded as the foundation level for future employment and learning. Data has shown that achieving a Certificate III qualification significantly reduces the risk of longer-term unemployment.
Certificate IV	The purpose of the Certificate IV qualification type is to qualify individuals who apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in varied contexts to undertake skilled work and as a pathway for further learning.
Diploma/Advanced Diploma	This is where student move from vocational and academic pathways. Often used in engineering specialisations.
Graduate Certificate/Graduate Diploma	These are higher level qualifications that require specialist training.

In Tasmania, TasTAFE is the primary public training provider, but other providers deliver courses relevant to specific industries.

You can view industry-related courses here.

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