What is TAFE? TAFE training system in Australia | IDP Vietnam

TAFE (short for Technical and Further Education/ Training and Further Education) is a hands-on education system in Australia. You can simply understand that this is a system of vocational schools and academies, focusing on training specific working skills in many industries, helping students to be ready to work immediately after graduation.

The TAFE vocational program offers a wide range of training for all people of all ages. You can choose from different forms of training such as: full-time, part-time, flexible learning by the hour, distance learning or online learning. Depending on the form of study, you will receive appropriate certificates.

Between the University program and the Australian TAFE apprenticeship program, there will be differences in the following aspects:

2.1. Teaching methods

While the University program offers the theoretical and practical knowledge to help you enter the most professional working environment, TAFE will focus on training your employability skills to help you feel confident and ready to work after graduation.

Facilities are also equipped to serve practical purposes such as laboratories and libraries. The class sizes of the TAFE program are quite small, which increases the level of interaction and interest between teachers and students.

2.2. Diverse choice of majors

With the nature of TAFE's training, the disciplines will be more practical skills such as fashion, beauty, cooking, baking, business, etc. With many common specializations available at TAFE, you're sure to find the right course for you.

2.3. Qualifications

Once you have completed the course, you will receive certificates equivalent to your study program, including Certificate I to Certificate IV, Diploma, Advance Diploma, and Graduate Certificate. One of the advantages of the TAFE program is that you can choose to progress to a university degree and may be exempt from studying depending on your qualifications.

2.4. Entry Requirements

While universities often require students to graduate from high school with good academic performance or higher, TAFE schools have lower conditions. TAFE only requires students who have completed their studies in Years 10, 11, or 12, to IELTS from only 5.0

2.5. Tuition fees

Compared to Bachelor's and Postgraduate programs, TAFE's courses have quite reasonable tuition fees of only 96 - 288 million VND/year. The time spent at TAFE is only 1/2 the time spent studying at universities.

If universities require students to have good academic performance, extracurricular achievement, or work experience, TAFE has a much more "pleasant" requirement. You only need to finish the school year with a good or good subject GPA. IELTS requirements will be at 5.0

In case you want to study abroad in Australia but do not yet have an IELTS certificate, you can take additional short-term English courses before entering the main course.

To find out more about this curriculum, let's explore the basic TAFE courses. The TAFE system consists of 4 basic courses including:

• Certificate I–IV: These courses teach the basic skills of your field of study such as communication skills and teamwork. This program can last anywhere from a few weeks to a year.

• Diplomas: Courses that equip you with skills for industry, factory, or semi-professional jobs. These certificates require you to take 12 – 24 months full-time.

• Advanced diplomas: For those who study certain fields such as Accounting, Civil Design, or Engineering, you can take these courses. Typically, you will have to study for 18 – 24 months to receive this advanced certificate.

• Vocational graduate certificates/Diplomas: These courses will be equivalent to the advanced level. To earn Certificates, you must study for 6-12 months, and the program for Diplomas within 1-2 years full-time.

The system of TAFE training schools is a prestigious vocational program teaching unit and has a close relationship with employers in the job market. Most schools focus on practical skills with a prescribed number of hours for each student, ensuring high job opportunities after graduation.

Some of the well-known TAFE schools in Australia include:

TAFE Queensland: At TAFE Queensland, you'll have a diverse choice between more than 50 campuses located in different regions such as Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Cairns, Townsville, and Toowoomba. The university also provides a system of high-end facilities for the study from restaurants, engineering workshops, and car workshops to Apple Mac computer labs and all Adobe software.

TAFE South Australia: TAFE SA is South Australia's largest vocational school with focused training programs in a wide range of professions from Beginner to Bachelor's certificates. The school focuses on teaching practical skills and experience, ensuring students graduate with an advantage and with skills that employers value. The professions taught are quite diverse including Health, Hospitality - Tourism, Building Construction, Engineering or Information Technology

TAFE Western Australia: TAFE International Western Australia (TIWA) is owned and operated by the Western Australian State Government. Students can choose from more than 100 certificate and diploma courses at 17 campuses around Perth and Western Australia in the following professions: Community Service, Maritime, Nursing, Land and Environmental Management...

TAFE NSW Institutes: TAFE NSW offers students the opportunity to choose from more than 120 courses at a variety of levels including certificates, diplomas, and degrees. Furthermore, students can study English language programs and pathway programs to prepare for degree courses at Australian universities.

Gordon Institute of TAFE: As one of Victoria's premier TAFE schools, the Gordon Institute of TAFE has helped people gain skills that can be applied to the real world. The school also applies a cooperative model, working with high schools, universities, and employers to bring work opportunities for many students

With a short study period, studying at a TAFE system is a stepping stone to your studies in the profession you are interested in. At the same time, the TAFE program is also a perfect option to save costs and time while still securing employment after graduation.

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