How to choose a course
Whether you're looking to gain new skills quickly, or working towards a university degree, we have a study pathway for every goal.
Whether you've recently finished school, are currently working, or are returning to study after a long break, we have a study option to suit your needs.
We offer a range of national recognised qualifications at all levels—so whether you're just starting out in your studies, or looking to transition to a university degree, we have the resources to support you every step of the way.
Our Advisors can help
Need help deciding which course is right for you? Get in touch with one of our Course Advisors on 1300 GOTAFE.
1300 GOTAFEStill in school?
GOTAFE offer a range of courses targeted at students aged between 15-19 years to help you realise your potential and set you on the path to success. Best of all, you don’t need an ATAR to kick-start your training at TAFE.
VET Delivered to School Students (VDSS)
If you're a high school student looking to get a head-start in your future career, the VET Delivered to School Students (VDSS) program is for you. VDSS allows high school students to study a nationally recognised TAFE qualification as part of their secondary schooling.
See if VDSS is the right path for youVictorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
VCAL is a hands-on, practical alternative qualification to VCE (Year 11 and 12). As a VCAL student, you'll take courses in the industries and subjects that interest you, while strengthening your literacy and numeracy skills to help you succeed in the workforce. VCAL is self-directed and allows you to combine study with part-time work, so you can apply new skills as you learn them.
Find out more about VCAL program at GOTAFEAccredited course types
Certificates
Certificate courses run from Certificate I through to Certificate IV, and generally run for twelve months full-time. For many courses, Certificate III is the equivalent of an apprenticeship or traineeship, combining on-campus study with practical work placements to teach you the skills you'll need in the workforce.
Students who complete a Certificate IV then have the option to progress to further study with a Diploma.
Find a Certificate CourseDiplomas & Advanced Diplomas
Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas are designed to prepare you for a career in your chosen field, and often act as a stepping stone to further study at a university level.
Diplomas generally run from one to two-and-a-half years, and many students undertake their Diploma while working.
Find a Diploma courseDegrees
We have partnerships with some of Victoria's largest universities, including Federation University, Charles Sturt University, and LaTrobe University. These partnerships provide an established pathway from a GOTAFE qualification to a university degree in a number of disciplines, including Health, Community Services, Business, and Veterinary Nursing/Technology.
We work closely with our partner universities, and even share a campus with Charles Sturt University—the Wangaratta Regional Study Centre. You can study a university degree at a local GOTAFE campus, with classes delivered by GOTAFE teachers, so you can continue to receive the personal support our TAFE courses provide.
You can also earn credit towards your degree from studies in some of our Diploma and Certificate IV courses, which may reduce the overall time required to finish your degree.
Learn more about the pathways to University with GOTAFEUpskill quickly with short courses
We offer a range of short courses in everything from Excel spreadsheets to coffee making. Learn some new skills to get ahead in your industry, or explore a new hobby or interest area.