Technical Trades Short Courses
Get the skills you need to succeed in your Apprenticeship
Core skills for your career
Whether you're heading for a career as a Plumber or a Panel Beater, we have the courses you need to succeed in your work and training environments. Get the core skills you need to work safely in the Trades industry, and get ready to hit the ground running in your profession.
Short Courses
Upskill quickly with our Technical Trades short courses. Learn the skills you need to succeed at work, and advance your career.
Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (SA3CICRD19)
Get your white card with the Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry course from GOTAFE. This short course is endorsed by WorkSafe Victoria.
Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (SA3CICRD20)
2020 sessions to get your white card with the Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry course from GOTAFE. This short course is endorsed by WorkSafe Victoria.
EWP Training for Electricians (SA3EWPCAR19)
Complete these three units for compliance requirements for contracts and in order to gain their solar accreditation
Restricted Electrical Workers (Disconnect / Reconnect) course / 2019 (SA3REWCS19)
Sessions for 2019 to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to complete the Restricted Electrical Workers license assessment.
Restricted Electrical Workers (Disconnect / Reconnect) course / 2020 (SA3REWCS20)
Sessions for 2020 to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to complete the Restricted Electrical Workers license assessment.
Test and Tag (SA2TTAGG20)
With this 2020 course from GOTAFE you'll learn to test and tag electrical appliances.
Innovation Hub - Engineering Taster (SC1HBVT119)
Discover 3D printing, laser cutting, garment printing, 3D scanning and more.
Innovation Hub - Introduction (SC1HBIC119)
Join the maker movement and learn how to drive digital fabrication equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, garment printers, 3D scanners and more.
Innovation Hub - Product Completion (SC1HBPC119)
Take the next step in your creative and design career.
Innovation Hub - Product Development (SC1HBPD119)
Take your skills to the next level, using the digital fabrication equipment to develop your product.
Introduction to Welding (SCENGITW19)
A short course on the basics of welding and how to weld safely
A booming industry
Trades careers are expected to grow across the board in the next five years. Building, plumbing, concreting, and electrics are each expected to grow by over 6000 new jobs, meaning there's no better time to join the trade industry.
Campus Locations
We have a number of campuses across Northern Victoria, including in Shepparton, Wangaratta, Seymour, and Benalla. A specialised campus is located in Werribee.
How to Apply
Learn more about how to apply, different course types and Recognition for Prior Learning.