BUILD
YOUR FUTURE
WITH YOUR HANDS
Construction is one of the pillars of the Australian economy. Qualified tradespeople are in demand — and paid accordingly.
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6 institutions · 41 courses
TAFE NSW
The public technical education network of New South Wales, with more than 30 campuses across Sydney, Newcastle and regional towns. It offers everything from Certificate to Bachelor level, plus English courses and university pathways.
- 1 year
Certificate IV in Building and Construction
A course for those wanting to work in the management and supervision of residential and commercial building projects. Students learn to read plans and drawings, estimate costs, manage contracts and ensure buildings comply with Australian standards. It can lead to a builder's licence.
- 1 year
Diploma of Building and Construction
Builds on the Certificate IV, focusing on managing more complex construction projects. It prepares students to lead teams, administer contracts and supervise large-scale works.
- 1 year and a half
Diploma of Civil Construction Design
A course in the design and planning of civil construction projects, with a focus on infrastructure. Students learn to develop technical designs and work to industry standards.
- 6 months
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
Builds on the Diploma, focusing on more complex projects and technical leadership roles in civil infrastructure works.
- 1 year
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
A hands-on course for those wanting a career as a cook or chef. Students learn culinary techniques in industry-standard commercial kitchens, from food preparation through to kitchen management.
- 1 year
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
Combines culinary skills with kitchen management, preparing students to supervise teams, control costs and ensure the quality of operations in food service environments.
- 1 year
Diploma of Hospitality Management
A comprehensive course that prepares students for management roles in hotels, restaurants and other hospitality venues. It covers leadership, finance, marketing and operations.
TAFE WA
The international arm of Western Australia's public technical education network, run by the state's Department of Training. It spans 24 campuses from Perth to Broome across twelve fields, from construction to hospitality and IT.
TAFE QLD
Queensland's public technical education network, organised into six regional hubs — from Brisbane and the Gold Coast to the north of the state. It covers eight fields of study, from trades and hospitality to information technology.
Insight Academy
A Melbourne college organised into three academies: English, business and trades. Its construction courses run from a dedicated campus in Southbank, with teaching built around hands-on workshop practice.
Laneway Education
A college with campuses in Sydney and Melbourne bringing trades, business and IT together in one catalogue. Teaching is project-based, led by working professionals and built on real briefs from partner companies.
Academique
A Gold Coast college in Southport offering carpentry, painting and decorating alongside business and care courses. Its trade qualifications run around 64 study weeks and require a minimum of 400 supervised work hours.
In high demand
A solid career in a sector that never stops
Working in construction trades in Australia brings competitive pay and a real shot at residency through the skilled occupation list.
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Your trade career
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If you want a hands-on trade with steady work and good money in Australia, this is the way in.
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