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TAFE and training as part of your secondary schooling

Get started early with TAFE and training at school

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If you’re at secondary school, you can do a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course as part of year 11 and 12. At some schools you can start in year 10.

Vocational training at secondary school

You can build vocational training into your:

You can choose from a selection of training courses across a range of industries.

You can also do a paid school-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT) as part of your senior secondary schooling.

Visit the pages below for more information.

How vocational education and training fits into Year 11 and 12

All you need to know about VET, the skills you’ll get, and where it can take you.

Your world. Your VCE.

Secondary school options have expanded to include VCE, VCE Vocational Major and Victorian Pathways Certificate.

Head Start school-based apprenticeships and traineeships

If you’re a school student, find out how you can do an apprenticeship or traineeship as part of your senior secondary education.

On-the-job training for students

The LLENs School to Work program coordinates work-based learning opportunities for students as part of their secondary schooling.

More free help and resources

TAFE and Training Line

Get help and information about TAFE and training courses, qualifications and training providers in Victoria.

Skills and Jobs Centres

Get free qualified, independent advice and support on training, career planning and finding a job in your local area.

Training and careers in growing industries

Learn about high demand industries in Victoria. Find out where you could work, what kind of jobs you could do, and what training you’ll need.

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.

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Discover training, courses and careers

Find out about skills and training for in-demand and emerging jobs, including free resources and services.

Updated 17 June 2025

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