Vocational Education and Training (VET) gives you practical knowledge and hands-on skills to build a rewarding career.
TAFE and training providers across Victoria offer courses in a wide range of industries.
Training can help you take the next step in your career, whether you’re starting out, changing careers or returning to work. You can also upgrade your skills for your current job.
Use these helpful resources and free support services to plan your career. You can also find out about future job growth in your region of Victoria.
Training and careers in Victoria’s growing industries
Explore training, skills and job opportunities in high demand industries across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Search for training courses near you
Thinking of doing some training? Search over 500 government-funded TAFE and training courses on the Victorian Skills Gateway.
Is TAFE and training a good fit for you?
Whatever your age or career stage, TAFE and training can help you get the knowledge and skills for a rewarding career.
Get started with TAFE and training
Plan your training journey. Explore what kinds of courses you can do and where.
Do an apprenticeship or traineeship
Find out how you can gain hands-on skills, earn a wage and get a qualification at the same time.
Get financial assistance for training and other expenses
You may be eligible for Free TAFE or Skills First funding to help pay for your training.
Get help with TAFE and training
Get free help from the TAFE and Training Line, and free advice from a Skills and Jobs Centre. Find out your rights as a student.
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Get the skills you need for the job you want with Free TAFE
Looking for a new direction? Choose from over 80 Free TAFE courses to learn new skills for a career change, or to kick-start your career.
TAFE is hiring
Victorian TAFEs are hiring people with on-the-job experience and skills across all sectors. Visit the Jobs at TAFE portal for opportunities to train and support students.
Prepare for work or study at a Learn Local
Learn Locals offer short courses to improve your skills, get a job, change careers or learn something new. Find one near you.
Make a difference. Do a job that matters.
Studying or planning your career? There are community services jobs available where you can make a real difference.
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