Upgrade your skills in your current industry
Refresh your skills to keep up to date with industry standards
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- Short courses and skill sets
- Free career planning advice
- Career success story
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Vocational Training and Education (VET) can be a flexible and practical way to upgrade your existing skills. This can help prepare you for opportunities in your current field of work.
Short courses and skill sets
Short courses and skill sets are available in a number of fields. They focus on learning a specific skill in a short space of time, rather than a full qualification.
For example, a short course can help you learn new technology required for your job. It can also be a great way to reconnect with your job after time away.
Although short courses and skill sets are not qualifications, you will receive a certificate of attainment on completion.
You can search for government-funded short courses and skill sets on the Victorian Skills Gateway(opens in a new window).
Free career planning advice
Skills and Jobs Centres offer free qualified, independent advice. You can get support on training, career planning and finding a job in your local area.
Career success story
Supporting children in new ways: Amanda’s outside school hours care (OSHC) career
“A common misconception is that working with children only offers care-based work. While that is part of it, there is a range of opportunities. All of that coming out of one sector is pretty amazing.”
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.
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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