TVET Course Guide - South Western Sydney Institute - TAFE NSW

Index 

About TVET 6 

Students with a disability 9 

Types of TVET courses 10 

How to apply? 12 

School Based Traineeships 

and Apprenticeships 13 

TVET courses 14 

SWSi College 58 

Key contacts 61 

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Aeroskills (Mechanical) 120 hr 15 

Padstow Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/P57 

Aviation (Aircraft Operation) 120 hr 15 

Wetherill Park Friday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/WP60 

Aviation (Flight Attendant) 120 hr 16 

Campbelltown Tuesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/C113 

Campbelltown Wednesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/C113B 


Animal Studies (Introduction) 120 hr 17 

Bankstown Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/B84 


(2 groups) 

Campbelltown Wednesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/C84C 

Animal Studies (Extension) 120 hr 17 



Campbelltown Wednesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 13/C86B 

Automotive (Electrical Sound System) 120 hr 18 

Wetherill Park Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/WP62 

Automotive (Mechanical – Heavy Vehicle) 240 

18 

hr 


Automotive (Mechanical – Light Vehicle) 120 hr 21 


Granville Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/G51 



Wetherill Park Friday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/WP51B 

Automotive (Mechanical – Light Vehicle) 240 hr 21 





Automotive (Mechanical – Light Vehicle) 

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SPY 240 hr 

Campbelltown Wednesday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/C50S 

Wetherill Park Monday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm 14/WP50S 

Automotive (Mechanical – Light Vehicle 

Specialisation) 120 hr 

Campbelltown Friday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/C54 


Automotive (Panel Beating) 120 hr 22 


Automotive (Vehicle Painting) 120 hr 22 


Beauty – Retail Makeup and Skin Care 120 hr 23 

Bankstown Thursday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/B31 


Liverpool SHB1 – Jan start 8.30 am – 4.00 pm 14/L31H 

Liverpool SHB2 – April start 8.30 am – 4.00 pm 14/L31H2 

Liverpool Thursday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/L31 

Liverpool Friday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/L31B 

Macquarie Fields Tuesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/MF31 


Beauty Therapy (Makeup) SPY 240 hr 23 

Liverpool Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm 14/L32S 

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Beauty/Hairdressing COMBO 120 hr + 120 hr 25 

Granville Thursday 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 14/G35C 

Liverpool Friday 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 14/L31C 

Business Services 120 hr 25 


Liverpool Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/L11 

Business Services 240 hr 25 


Butchery – see Meat Retailing 41 

Community Services Introduction 

(Aged Care) 120 hr 



(Child Studies) 120 hr 


Campbelltown SHB2 – April start 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 14/C22H2 


Miller SHB1 – Jan start 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 14/M22H 

Miller Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/M22 

Miller Friday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/M22B 


(Child Studies) 240 hr 



(Child Studies) SPY 240 hr 

Campbelltown Thursday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/C23S 


(Youth Work) 120 hr 


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Computer Aided Drafting (120 hr) 28 


Computer Aided Drafting (240 hr) 28 


Construction (Carpentry) 120 hr 29 


Chullora Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/CH41 


Construction (Carpentry) 240 hr 29 



Construction (Carpentry) SPY 240 hr 29 

Campbelltown Wednesday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/C40S 

Macquarie Fields Tuesday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/MB40S 

(MBISC) 

Miller Thursday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/M40S 

Construction (Painting and Decorating) 240 hr 30 


Construction (Carpentry - Specialisation) 120 hr 29 

Campbelltown Wednesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/C42 

Miller Wednesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/M42 

Construction (Shopfitting - Specialisation) 120 hr 30 

Lidcombe Tuesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/LC42 

Construction/Plumbing COMBO 120 hr + 120 hr 31 

Miller Friday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm 14/M41C1 

Design Fundamentals (Graphic Design) 120 hr 32 


Lidcombe Tuesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/LC100 

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Design Fundamentals (Graphic Design) 240 hr 32 


Electrotechnology (Career Start) 120 hr 33 


Electrotechnology (Career Start) 240 hr 33 

Granville Tuesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/G122 

Electrotechnology (Computer Assembly and Repair) 

120 hr 


Fashion and Textiles 120 hr 34 


Financial Services 300 hr 34 



Floristry 120 hr 35 


Hairdressing 120 hr 35 


Granville Tuesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/G35 

Liverpool Thursday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/L35 

Liverpool Friday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/L35B 

Liverpool SHB1 – Jan start 8.30 am – 4.00 pm 14/L35H 

Liverpool SHB2 – April start 8.30 am – 4.00 pm 14/L35H2 

Hairdressing 240 hr 35 

Liverpool Thursday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/L34B 

Hairdressing SPY 240 hr 35 

Granville Monday 9.00 am – 4.30 pm 14/G34S 

Liverpool Friday 9.00 am – 4.30 pm 14/L34S 

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Hairdressing/Beauty COMBO 120 hr + 120 hr 37 

Granville Thursday 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 14/G35C 

Liverpool Friday 8.30 am – 5.00 pm 14/L31C 

Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) 240 hr 37 



Human Services (Health Services Assistance) 360 hr 38 



Information and Digital Technology 240 hr 39 




Information and Digital Technology 

(Specialisation) 120 hr 

Campbelltown Wednesday 4.00 pm – 7.00 pm 14/C92 

Laboratory Skills (Forensic Science) 120 hr 40 



Marketing 120 hr 41 


Meat Retailing (Butchery) 240 hr 41 


Media (Imaging and Video) 120 hr 42 


Media (News) 120 hr 42 


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Media (Sound) 120 hr 43 


Metals and Engineering 120 hr 45 


Metals and Engineering 240 hr 45 


Painting and Decorating 240 hr – see Construction 30 

Plumbing 120 hr 45 



Chullora Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/CH45 

Plumbing 240 hr 45 


Miller Tuesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/M48 

Plumbing SPY 240 hr 45 

Miller Tuesday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/M48S2 

Miller Friday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm 14/M48S 

Plumbing/Construction COMBO 120 hr + 120 hr 46 

Miller Friday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm 14/M41C1 

Plumbing (Specialisation) 120 hr 46 

Miller Friday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/M49 

Primary Industries (Horticulture) 120 hr 48 


Primary Industries (Horticulture) 240 hr 48 

Padstow Tuesday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/P113 

Retail Services 120 hr 49 


Signwriting (Signage) 240 hr 49 


Sport, Fitness and Recreation 120 hr 50 




Sport, Fitness and Recreation 240 hr 50 


Sport, Fitness and Recreation (Specialisation) 120 hr 50 

Macquarie Fields Wednesday 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm 14/MF26 

Telecommunications (Optical Broadband) 240 hr 51 

Lidcombe Monday 1.30 pm – 5.30 pm 14/LC98 

Tourism (Events) 240 hr 52 


Tourism (Travel) 120 hr 53 



Tourism (Travel) 240 hr 53 




Tourism ( Events - Specialisation) 120 hr 53 


Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft 120 hr 54 


Water Operations 240 hr 54 


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About TVET 

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What is TVET? 

(TAFE NSW delivered Vocational 

Education and Training) 

The HSC allows students to undertake study in 

a variety of vocational areas that provide workrelated 

skills and knowledge. These VET courses 

count as units of study towards the HSC and 

many can also be used in the calculation of your 

Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranking (ATAR). 

What are the advantages of 

undertaking a TVET course? 

The TVET option provides an alternate choice for 

those students who would like to: 

• experience an adult learning environment 

• access classrooms, workshops, computer 

laboratories, and facilities that are well equipped 

and meet industry standards 

• be taught by industry trained and experienced 

specialists 

• select from a wide range of courses 

TVET courses (based on TAFE NSW mainstream 

courses) will provide you with advanced standing and 

credit towards TAFE NSW mainstream courses. 

The majority of TVET courses also offer ‘continuing 

student status’. You will be given priority status 

for entry into further courses in your area of study 

provided that you enrol within a 2 year period of 

completing your TVET course.

TVET courses: 

• have been developed or endorsed by the Board of 

Studies 

• provide credit towards an AQF (Australian 

Qualifications Framework) qualification which is 

nationally recognised 

• count as units of study on the Year 11 Record of 

Achievement or the Year 12 HSC 

• may contribute to the ATAR (depending on course 

selected) 

• assist you in acquiring new skills and capabilities 

• are appropriate for any ability level, including 

those who plan to proceed to university 

• are taught by teachers who have direct industry 

links 

• provide all equipment, materials, protective 

clothing and texts at no cost to all students 

• provide articulation into traineeships or 

apprenticeships 

• provide maximum advanced standing into a TAFE 

NSW Certificate course after leaving school 

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Attendance at TAFE NSW 

TVET courses are generally offered at TAFE for 

4 hours, one afternoon per week over one or two 

years. There are, however, other variations of course 

delivery – see ‘Types of TVET courses available’. 

TAFE NSW is an adult learning environment. This 

means that you must behave like an adult and take 

responsibility for your own actions while you are 

attending TAFE NSW. 

What costs are involved? 

Students from government schools are supported 

by funds from the NSW Department of Education 

and Training – no additional cost to students will be 

incurred. 

Students from non-government schools will need 

to discuss possible costs with their school. It is the 

decision of the non-government school or the system 

authority whether costs will be met out of school or 

authority funds, or whether individual students will 

have to cover all or part of the TVET course costs. 

All students are required to pay for their own 

travel costs to and from TVET courses. Mandatory 

equipment, safety gear and textbooks will be 

provided by TAFE. 

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Students with a 

Disability 

Careful consideration must be given to the courses 

selected by students with a disability. The chosen 

course must be the most appropriate course for 

the student and one that will provide successful 

vocational outcomes together with the opportunity to 

further education or employment. 

Students with a disability can apply for TVET courses 

listed in this booklet. There are also a number 

of additional courses available that are offered 

specifically for students with a disability. 

These courses are adapted to meet the needs of 

students and include in-class support. These are 

known as ‘discrete’ courses and are available in the 

following areas; 

• Automotive 

• Beauty Therapy 

• Business Services 

• Construction 

• Horticulture 

• Hospitality 

• Metals and engineering 

• Retail 

• Transport and Logistics 

Students with a confirmed disability will be 

interviewed by a school representative and a TAFE 

Disability Consultant who will determine what level of 

assistance may be required. Any additional support 

needs will be provided by TAFE NSW. 

See your Career Adviser for more detailed 

information and consult your Support Teacher 

Transition for further guidance. 

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TVET 120 hour 

These courses run for three school terms (4 hours 

per week) and give students the opportunity to try 

out a vocational area that they may wish to pursue as 

a post-school career option. Students undertaking a 

120 hour TVET course will receive a TAFE transcript 

of Academic Record, which will list the units of 

competency that they have studied. These courses 

are open to both Year 11 and Year 12 students and 

give 2 units of HSC credit. 


These courses run for seven school terms (4 hours 

per week) - commencing in Year 11 and continuing 

into Year 12. Students receive a solid grounding 

in the vocational area that can assist with making 

informed decisions about future study at either 

TAFE or university or can lead to direct employment 

after finishing school. Students undertaking a 240 

hour TVET course will receive a TAFE transcript of 

Academic Record and in some courses a Certificate II 

or Certificate III national qualification. These courses 

are open to Year 11 students only and give 2 units of 

HSC credit per year. 


These courses run for seven school terms (4-6 hours 

per week) – commencing in Year 11 and continuing 

into Year 12. There are only a limited number of 360 

hour TVET courses and some will be School-based 

Apprenticeship or Traineeship courses. There will also 

be two or three block sessions of delivery over the 

two years of the course. Students undertaking a 360 

hour TVET course will receive a total of 6 units of 

HSC credit over the two years and will receive a TAFE 

transcript of Academic Record or in some instances a 

Certificate II or Certificate III national qualification. 

TVET SPY 

These are 240 hour TVET courses delivered in three 

school terms – designed as ‘fast track’ options to the 

standard 240 hour courses. Students undertaking a 

TVET SPY course will attend TAFE for seven to eight 

hours per week including pupil free days and achieve 

4 units of HSC credit in the one year. They will 

achieve a TAFE transcript of Academic Record or in 

some instances a Certificate II national qualification. 

These courses are open to Year 11 and Year 12 

students.

TVET COMBO 

These courses consist of 2 x 120 hour TVET courses, 

designed to complement each other and delivered in 

the one day. Students undertaking these courses will 

get an understanding of two different industry areas 

to assist them with post-HSC career options. Students 

undertaking a COMBO course will receive 4 units of 

HSC credit in one year. 

Specialisation 

These courses are either 60 hour or 120 hour 

‘extension’ courses that are designed to complement 

other 240 hour VET courses. You must be co-enrolled 

in the corresponding 240 hour VET course either 

at school or at TAFE to be eligible to undertake a 

Specialisation course. 

School holiday block delivery 

These courses run during school holiday periods and 

will be delivered in 4 x 4-day sessions, either; 

• January – 8 days, April – 4 days, June – 4 days, 

July – 4 days 

• April – 4 days, June – 4 days, July – 4 days, 

September – 4 days 

Students undertaking these courses have the 

opportunity to try out a vocational area they may 

wish to pursue as a post-school career option and will 

receive 2 units of HSC credit. 

Types of TVET courses 

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How to apply? 

Students are advised to speak to their career adviser/ 

school TVET coordinator or year adviser to select 

a course that best meets their educational and 

vocational needs. 

Alternatively, students and their parents are welcome 

to contact the Institute TVET Unit for further 

information on any course. If you have any questions 

please visit the South Western Sydney Institute TVET 

website or phone our unit directly. 

www.swsi.edu.au/tvet 

Ph: 9825 7484 or 9825 7244 

Once a suitable course has been chosen, students will 

need to complete a ‘2014 TVET Expression of Interest 

form’ and submit to the institute. These forms can be 

obtained from your school or downloaded from our 

website and must be signed by the student, parent 

and school representative prior to submission. 

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School-based 

Apprenticeships 

and Traineeships 

In addition to the usual TVET course program, 

school-based apprenticeships (SBA) and school-based 

traineeships (SBT) are also available. 

A school-based apprenticeship or traineeship 

combines paid work with TAFE training and school. 

The SBA option is equivalent to the first year of a 

full-time apprenticeship, whilst an SBT will provide a 

certificate of proficiency in the traineeship area – a 

great start for your post-school career options! 

Both of these options allow students to obtain 

valuable work skills and experience whilst 

undertaking paid part-time work as part of their HSC 

study. 

You are encouraged to contact the TVET Unit for 

further information if you would like to know more. 

More detailed information can be found at: 

http://www.sbatinnsw.info/ 

www.swsi.edu.au/tvet 

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TVET 

COURSES

Aeroskills 

(Mechanical) 

Board endorsed 

Aviation 

(Aircraft Operation) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 

Wetherill Park 

Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


An aircraft mechanic repairs, overhauls and tests a huge variety of 

aircraft components. These people need a good eye for detail and 

have very good concentration and focus. 

This course will introduce students to the aviation industry. You will 

become familiar with aircraft structural design and manufacturing 

methods. 

Students will learn to: 

• Perform basic hand skills, standard trade practices and 

fundamentals in aviation maintenance 

• Interpret and use aviation maintenance industry manuals and 

specifications ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 

WORK PLACEMENT: No 

Course Option Duration ATAR Eligibility Outcome 

120 hour 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Transcript of 

academic record 

FUTURE PATHWAYS 

To become a mechanic in the aviation industry students need to 

complete an apprenticeship and study aeroskills at TAFE NSW. 

Students who complete this course will receive credit towards 

Certificate II in Aeroskills. 

This course introduces students to the aviation industry at an 

operational level. 

The course is of particular interest to those who would like to 

become a pilot, an air traffic controller or seek employment in other 

areas of aircraft operations. 


• Apply knowledge of navigation and flight planning 

• Apply general knowledge of aircraft systems 

• Apply knowledge of operations and performance 

...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 

worK PLACEMENT: No 





Advanced standing in Certificate IV in Transport and Distribution 

(Aviation Flight Operations) for theory only. 

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Aviation 

(Flight Attendant) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course is for students interested in entry level work in the 

aviation industry or a pathway to a career in flight operation such as 

cargo service operator or cabin crew. 

This course will provide students with the basic knowledge, skills and 

values that international and domestic airlines seek when recruiting 

suitable candidates. 


• Communication and customer service 

• Safety management and teamwork 

• Roles of cabin crew and cargo service operators in the aviation 

industry ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 

worK PLACEMENT: Yes 





Students who successfully complete this course and wish to pursue 

a career in the aviation industry may progress to the Certificate III 

in Aviation (Flight Operations) or Certificate IV and above in other 

aviation streams of study. This could lead to an exciting career as a 

cabin manager on domestic or international flights. 

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Animal Studies 


Animal Studies 

(Extension) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

 

Animal care and service workers train, feed, water, groom, bath and 

exercise animals and clean, disinfect and repair cages. 

Students who undertake this course will be provided with a good 

insight into the wider animal care industry and gain skills necessary 

to care for animals in work places such as kennels, catteries, pounds, 

welfare centre and wildlife refuges. 


• Feed and water animals 

• Assist in health care of animals 

• Complete animal care hygiene routines ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Students can undertake a variety of Certificate III courses in animal 

studies, vet nursing, captive animals and companion animals. 

 

 

This course is for students who completed the 120hr Animal Studies 

TVET course in 2013. 

Students will further their skills and knowledge in the animal care 

industry. This course will give you a head start to further study 

at TAFE NSW and possibly entry-level employment as an animal 

attendant or carer. 


• Feed and water animals 

• Assist in health care of animals 

• Complete animal care hygiene routines ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 12 Certificate II 


Students can undertake a variety of Certificate III courses in animal 

studies, vet nursing, captive animals and companion animals. 

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Automotive 

(Electrical Sound System Installation) 

Board developed 

Automotive 

(Mechanical - Heavy Vehicle) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Many car dealerships use accessory installers to install radios, 

cruise control, GPS, alarms and many other electrical and electronic 

devices. There are also a number of retail outlets that sell radio and 

amplifiers that also install the systems. 

This course will provide students with the basic understanding of 

electrical circuits in automotive vehicles. 


• Apply the fundamentals of electricity as well as repair techniques 

and procedures used with the installation of audio systems. 

• Carry out soldering of electrical wiring/circuits 

• Use and maintain workplace tooling and equipment 


HSC DETAILS 

 






On completion of this course students will receive credit towards an 

Automotive Electrical/Mechanical Apprenticeship. Upon commencing 

a full-time apprenticeship students can then return to TAFE to 

complete their Certificate III trade qualification. 

This course will give students an insight into the Automotive 

Mechanics Trade for Heavy Vehicle technicians. 

Students will gain theory and practical experience in the service and 

repair for Road Transport vehicles over 5 tonne including interstate 

freight vehicles and also the Heavy Earth moving and Agricultural 

equipment that is currently used in Farming and Mining industries. 


• Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment 

• Carry out workshop practice activities 

• Inspect and service engines ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



240 hour 7 terms Yes Year 11 Certificate II* 

*Currenty under consultation 


Successful completion of this course allows the student to gain some 

credit towards the Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Heavy 

Vehicles qualification which will be seen as an asset to an employer 

when commencing an automotive apprenticeship. 

 

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Michael Smith 

Michael Smith has always had a passion for cars, so 

it was only natural that he chose to undertake an 

Automotive Mechanical course at TAFE as part of 

his HSC pattern of study. 

At the end of Year 10, Michael attended a TAFE 

information session at his school and found out 

about the opportunity to undertake a School-based 

Apprenticeship. He was delighted and set out to 

find an employer. Michael’s enthusiasm paid off 

quickly when he sourced employment with Eagles 

Automotive in Camden. 

“I know I have made the right decision. Whilst 

combining my part-time employment and TAFE 

with my school studies was difficult to juggle at 

times, I was determined to make it work. I could 

see the big picture, and knew that my future was 

in the automotive industry. Now that I’ve left 

school and already completed the first year of my 

apprenticeship, I’m well on the way to becoming 

a qualified Automotive Technician – what a great 

headstart!” 

Now, almost three years on, Michael’s enthusiasm 

for the automotive industry has not waned. He 

is keen to continue his automotive studies and 

complete his apprenticeship now that his school 

years have ended. 

Student profile 

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support, Anthony pursued all the information 

necessary and was successful in sourcing his own 

host employer. 

Once the new school year had begun Anthony had 

already commenced his part-time work at Autotech 

Engineering and was well on his way to a successful 

career. 

Anthony Bazouni 

Anthony Bazouni is a determined young man 

who fought to achieve his dream of becoming an 

Automotive Mechanic. 

Whilst contemplating his senior subject selection 

choices Anthony found information on the internet 

about School-based Apprenticeships/Traineeships 

(SBAT’s) and set about making his dreams come 

true. 

Anthony’s school were unfamiliar with the SBAT 

program and not sure that the option would be 

a successful pathway for him. With strong family 

Whilst in Year 11 Anthony was given the opportunity 

through his TAFE course to enter and win at 

the Regional Worldskills competition for school 

students. His success saw him also go on to win the 

State competition, followed by a Bronze medal at 

the National Worldskills competition in August 2012. 

Success continued for Anthony when he undertook 

the 2012 NSW HSC examination for Automotive and 

was delighted to be placed 5th in the state. 

An outstanding result for a determined young man! 

Anthony took on the challenge and through his 

dedication and hard work, has proven to all that the 

SBAT option can be extremely successful. 

Anthony is now continuing his career journey as a 

full-time 2nd year apprentice. 

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Automotive 

(Mechanical - Light Vehicle) 


Automotive 

(Mechanical Light Vehicle - Specialisation) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course will give students an insight into the apprenticeship 

required to enter a trade in the automotive industry. 

Technicians must understand the vehicle’s systems to successfully 

proceed in the trade. The course includes understanding electronics 

with microprocessors systems, interpreting and diagnosing data, 

repairing faults and servicing vehicles. 


• Use and maintain automotive tools and equipment 

• Inspect and service engines 

• Carry out workshop practices and activities ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






SPY 3 terms Yes Year 11 or 12 Certificate II* 




Automotive Electrical/Mechanical Apprenticeship. Upon commencing 



 

This course is for students who completed the 240hr automotive 

SPY course in 2013 or year 11/12 students who are currently enrolled 

in the second year of the 240hr automotive TVET course. 

Students will advance their knowledge and skills in automotive by 

undertaking units from Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Servicing. 


• Carry our servicing operations 

• Inspect and service transmissions 

• Inspect and service braking systems ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Certificate II* 




automotive electrical/mechanical apprenticeship. Upon commencing 



 

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Automotive 

(Panel Beating) 


Automotive 

(Vehicle Painting) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

A panel beater is a person who repairs vehicles back to their original 

condition after having been in an accident. They do this using many 

skilful techniques ranging from plenishing (metal working technique 

to smooth sheet metal), welding, filling, and many more. Panel 

beaters are also able to do vehicle restorations, paint preparations, 

small electrical repairs, small mechanical repairs, and car detailing. 



• Prepare vehicle/component/equipment for customer use 

• Carry out panel repairs ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Statement of 

Attainment* 




autobody repair/refinishing apprenticeship. Upon commencing a fulltime 

apprenticeship students can then return to TAFE to complete 

their Certificate III trade qualification. 

 

A Spray Painter or Vehicle Painter removes rough spots on vehicle 

panels, sands surfaces using hand or power tools, colour matches 

and mixes paint, applies primer and finishing coats and polishes and 

waxes the finished paint work to restore a vehicle’s body back to its 

original condition. 

This course will provide students with the basic skills required by the 

panel beating/autobody repair industry. 



• Carry out masking procedures 

• •Prepare vehicle components for paint repair ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 




Attainment* 




autobody repair/refinishing apprenticeship. Upon commencing a fulltime 



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Beauty 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

Students undertaking this course will gain insight into a career in 

the beauty industry as a makeup artist, beauty therapist, beautician, 

salon assistant or beauty receptionist. 

If you are well groomed, and are good with your hands, this course 

may give you a head start into an exciting career. 


• Design and apply makeup 

• Cleanse skin 

• Demonstrate the application of skin care products ...and much 

more 

HSC DETAILS 





SPY 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Transcript of 


School holiday 

block 

3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Transcript of 



This course articulates into Certificate II in Beauty (Nail Technology) 

or Certificate IV in Beauty (Beauty Therapy). 

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Olivia Tebb 

Olivia is an enthusiastic young lady who had her 

sights set on a career in the Beauty industry 

from a very young age. In 2010, during her 

subject selection period for Year 10 at Broughton 

Anglican College, Olivia sought information about 

undertaking a School-based Apprenticeship in 

the Beauty industry and set out to find herself a 

suitable host employer. 

When the school year returned in 2011, Olivia was 

‘ready to begin’ and embarked on a journey that 

saw her combine work and study at TAFE with her 

HSC studies. During the two years of the program, 

Olivia excelled in all areas and soon became a 

nominee for several vocational awards. Throughout 

her journey Olivia managed to juggle her many 

commitments and complete her HSC with wonderful 

results, together with many accolades from her 

TAFE teachers and host employer. 

Now that her school years are 

behind her, Olivia is looking 

forward to completing her 

Beauty apprenticeship and 

continuing her pathway to 

success. 

“Starting on my career whilst 

I was still at school 

has given me a 

head start on 

achieving my 

dream!” 


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Beauty/Hairdressing 

COMBO 


Business Services 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

 

This course provides the opportunity for students to gain basic 

knowledge and skills in both the hairdressing and beauty industry. 

This will be a full day course where students will complete a 120 

hour course in Hairdressing and a 120 hour course in Beauty (Retail 

Makeup and Skin Care) by the end of term 3. 


• Dry hair to shape 

• Perform shampoo and basin treatment services 


• Cleanse skin ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Hairdressing - Certificate III in Hairdressing (institutional pathway) or 

commence an apprenticeship and study Certificate III in Hairdressing 

as part of the apprenticeship program. 

Beauty - This course articulates into Certificate II in Beauty (Nail 

Technology) or Certificate IV in Beauty (Beauty Therapy). 

 

This course will provide basic skills in the general office 

administration area and could lead to a career as a receptionist, 

office assistant, administrative assistant or personal assistant. 

Students will become familiar with various computer software 

packages used in the office environment. 


• Produce word processed documents 

• Create electronic presentations 

• Use business technology 

• Create and use spreadsheets ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 





240 hour 7 terms Yes Year 11 Certificate II 


Certificate III in Business, Business Administration, Business 

Administration (Legal), Business Administration (Medical); 

Certificate IV in Business Administration and Diploma of Business 

Administration. 

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Community Services 

(Introduction - Aged Care) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

With Australia’s ageing population there is a huge demand for aged 

care workers who have empathy and understanding of the elderly. If 

you are interested in a career in nursing, then this course may be for 

you. 

With further study at TAFE NSW you could gain employment as a 

nursing assistant or personal care assistant. 


• Work effectively and safely with aged people in nursing homes 

• Provide personal and basic medical care to patients 

• Provide a clean, comfortable, safe and secure environment for 

patients ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Certificate III in Aged Care, Certificate III in Home and Community 

Care, Certificate III in Disability, Certificate IV in Aged Care, 

Certificate IV in Home and Community Care and Certificate IV in 

Disability. 

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(Introduction - Child Studies) 



(Introduction - Youth Work) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

A child care assistant is a person who is committed to quality child 

care, is able to carry out duties to ensure the well-being of children 

in care and can contribute to the smooth running of the centre. 

This course provides students with basic skills suited to employment 

as an assistant in centre based care facilities for children. 


• Work in a team and develop strong communication skills 

• Provide nutritionally balanced food to children 

• Ensure children’s health and safety 

• Apply first aid ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






SPY 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Certificate II 


block 




Certificate III in Children’s Services, Advanced Diploma of Children’s 

Services and Bachelor of Teaching – Early Childhood. 

 

This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the 

forms and practices of working with young people, the nature of 

Youth Work and the provisions of Youth Work programs and services 

in Australia. 


• Deliver a service to clients 

• Work effectively with young people 

• Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour 


HSC DETAILS 






Certificate III in Youth Work, Certificate IV in Youth Work and 

Diploma of Youth Work. 

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Computer Aided Drafting 

(CAD) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

 

This course is for students wishing to gain the skills and knowledge 

necessary to produce Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) drawings 

ranging from simple two dimensional to more complex three 

dimensional drawings for presentation purposes. 

Students will be able to apply their skills and knowledge to a general 

metal and engineering drafting office environment. 


• Create 2D drawings using the CAD design system 

• Prepare basic engineering drawings 

• Interact with computer technology 

• Interpret technical drawing ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 




Attainment 

240 hour 7 terms No Year 11 Statement of 

Attainment 


Certificate III in Manufacturing Technology CAD/Drafting and 

Certificate IV in Manufacturing Technology (CAD/Drafting). Possible 

career pathways include mechanical engineering, draftsperson, 

fitting and machining, light fabrication, and heavy fabrication. 

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Construction 

(Carpentry) 


Construction 

(Carpentry - Specialisation) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

(Chullora) 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields (MBISC) 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course is designed to introduce learners to the construction 

industry and provide credit towards an apprenticeship in the 

industry. 

The elective options are structured to allow a choice of trade skills, 

as an introduction to a range of occupations in the vast construction 

industry. 


• Use carpentry tools and equipment 

• Handle construction/carpentry materials 

• Carry out measurements and calculations 

• Read and interpret plans and specifications ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






SPY 3 terms Yes Year 11 or 12 Certificate II 


This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in 

the construction industry with the exception of plumbing. Trade 

outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Apprenticeship. 

 

This course is for Year 12 students who are currently undertaking the 

second year of the VET Construction framework course at school or 

TAFE. 

Students will further their knowledge and skills in carpentry by 

undertaking units from Certificate III in Carpentry (Trade). 


• Install flooring systems 

• Carry out levelling operations 

• Assemble partitions ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 12 Transcript of 



Certificate III in Carpentry, Certificate IV in Building, Diploma of 

Building or Advanced Diploma of Building. 

 

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Construction 

(Painting and Decorating) 


Construction 

(Shopfitting - Specialisation) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


This course is designed to introduce learners to the construction 

industry in the area of Painting and Decorating. This course will 

provide some credit towards an apprenticeship in the industry. 

This course is a strand of the Board of Studies approved 

Construction VET course. 


• Use painting and decorating tools and equipment 

• Handle painting and decorating materials 

• Prepare surfaces for painting 

• Apply paint by brush and roller ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



240 hour 7 terms Yes Year 11 Statement of 

Attainment 


On completion of this course students will receive credit towards a 

painting and decorating apprenticeship. Upon commencing a fulltime 



 

 


second year of the VET Construction framework course at school 

or TAFE. Shopfitters fit out retail and service shops and stores with 

equipment, fixtures and fittings. 

Students will further their knowledge and skills by undertaking units 

from Certificate III in Shopfitting (Trade). 


• Prepare surfaces 

• Use aluminium sections for fabrication 

• Apply and install sealant and sealant devices ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Upon commencement of a full-time apprenticeship students can 

return to complete their Certificate III trade qualification. Students 

can then undertake further training in Certificate IV in Building, 

Diploma of Building or Advanced Diploma of Building. 

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Construction/Plumbing 

COMBO 

Board endorsed/Board developed 

Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 


knowledge and skills in both the construction and plumbing industry. 


hour course in Construction (Carpentry) and a 120 hour course in 

Plumbing by the end of term 3. 




• Handle and store plumbing materials 

• Work safely on roofs ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






On completion of this course students will receive credit towards 

a Construction (Carpentry) or Plumbing Apprenticeship. Upon 

commencing a full-time apprenticeship students can then return to 

TAFE to complete their Certificate III trade qualification. 

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Design Fundamentals 

(Graphic Design) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

 

Do you have a flair for creativity and enjoy working with others to 

create eye catching designs? Then you may be interested in a career 

in graphic design! 

This course is for people interested in learning the basic principles 

and fundamental skills in design. 


• Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D and 3D 

forms 

• Explore the use of colour 

• Produce drawings to communicate ideas ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 








Certificate III in Design Fundamentals, Certificate IV in Design 

(Graphic Design), Diploma of Graphic Design and Advanced Diploma 

of Graphic Design. 

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Electrotechnology 

(Career Start) 


Electrotechnology 

(Computer Assembly and Repair) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course is for students who want to enter the Electrotechnology 

industry ie electronics trade, electrical trade or refrigeration and 

air conditioning trade. The course covers competencies at work 

entry level providing grounding and basic skills and knowledge. It is 

recommended that students have a good understanding of maths 

and English to undertake this course. 


• Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components 

• Solve problems in d.c. circuits 

• Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 







Successful completion of this course could lead to either a 

traineeship or apprenticeship in the electrotechnology industry ie 

electronics, electrical trade or refrigeration and air conditioning. 

When you finish this course you can apply for advanced standing in 

Electrotechnology Certificate II or III. 

 

This course is for students who wish to advance their knowledge and 

understanding of computer hardware, simple servicing techniques 

and peripheral devices. 

Students will gain hands-on training in well-equipped laboratories. 


• Assemble, set up and test computing devices 

• Solve problems in d.c. circuits 

• Install and configure a client computer operating system and 

software ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Certificate III in Electronics and Communication through to Diploma 

and Advanced Diploma of Electrotechnology, Electronics and 

Computers. This course will give students a head start to finding an 

apprenticeship in the Electrotechnology (Electronics) industry. 

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Fashion and Textiles 

Financial Services 



Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Students who undertake this course will acquire and apply 

fundamental, creative and practical skills and knowledge as an 

introduction to the Fashion Industry environment. 

Students will gain the skills and knowledge to develop fabric cutting, 

machining and assembly, understanding workshop and sewing 

machine preparation and operations. 


• Identify textile fibres and fabrics 

• Produce a simple garment 

• Understand the work practices of the textile clothing and 

footwear industry ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Certificate I 


Certificate II in Clothing Production, Certificate II in Applied Fashion 

Design and Technology, Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design 

and Technology and Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and 

Technology. 

 

 

This course will give students a head start to working in the 

accounting, banking and finance areas with a possible career as a 

bookkeeper, accounts clerk, accounts receivable/payable clerk or 

payroll clerk. 

With further study students could gain work as an accountant. 


• Process financial transactions and extract interim reports 

• Perform financial calculations 

• Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers 

• Produce spreadsheets ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



300 hour 7 terms Yes Year 11 Certificate III 


Certificate III in Financial Services, Certificate III in Accounts 

Administration through to Diploma of Financial Services. 

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Floristry 

Hairdressing 



Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course is for students who want to work in the floristry industry 

constructing arrangements under the supervision of a trained florist, 

as well as serving customers and maintaining shop displays. 


• Assemble a range of floristry products 

• Prepare and display floristry stock 

• Care for floristry stock and merchandise 

• Recognise and identify plants ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Completion of Certificate II in Floristry (Assistant), Certificate III in 

Floristry, Certificate IV in Floristry and Diploma of Floristry Design. 

 

Do you have a creative flair, enjoy working with people, like to make 

people look and feel good? Then this is the course for you! 

This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills 

required to seek entry level employment in the Hairdressing Industry. 




• Perform head, neck and shoulder massage 

• Apply hair braiding techniques ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






SPY 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Certificate II 


block 




Certificate III in Hairdressing (Institutional pathway) or commence an 

apprenticeship and study Certificate III in Hairdressing as part of the 

apprenticeship program. 

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Amanda Mercieca 

Throughout Year 10, Amanda, a student from 

Prairiewood High School was pondering her 

future and decided to undertake a TVET course 

in Hairdressing as part of her preliminary HSC 

program. She quickly fell in love with the trade. 

Throughout the course, Amanda developed new 

skills that she both enjoyed and did well at, so the 

decision to pursue a career in the Hairdressing 

industry was an easy one. After finishing the 

TVET course in Year 11, she decided that school 

was not for her. Amanda went about looking for 

an apprenticeship and was employed by Hair 

Industrie at Wetherill Park. Since commencing work 

in February 2013, she has never looked back and 

credits her TVET course as the beginning of her 

journey. 

“Doing the TVET course was the best thing I did, it 

helped me make up my mind about my career path”. 


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Hairdressing/Beauty 

COMBO 


Hospitality 

(Kitchen Operations) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

 


knowledge and skills in both the Hairdressing and Beauty industry. 


hour course in Hairdressing and a 120 hour course in Beauty (Retail 

Makeup and Skin Care), by the end of term 3. 





• Cleanse skin ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Hairdressing - Certificate III in Hairdressing (Institutional pathway) or 

commence an apprenticeship and study Certificate III in Hairdressing 

as part of the apprenticeship program. 

Beauty - This course articulates into Certificate II in Beauty (Nail 

Technology) or Certificate IV in Beauty (Beauty Therapy). 

 

This course is for students who wish to gain qualifications in the 

cookery sector of the hospitality industry. 

Students who undertake this course will gain the skills and 

knowledge to be competent in a range of kitchen functions and 

activities to work in restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, 

pubs, cafes, cafeterias and coffee shops. 


• Prepare a wide range of food products suitable for breakfast, 

lunch and dinner to industry standards ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 






This course is a pathway to Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen 

Operations). Students can return to complete Certificate II in 

Hospitality or Certificate III in Hospitality through a formal 

Apprenticeship. 

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Human Services 

(Health Services Assistance) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


The Community Services and Health industries are the third largest 

and fastest growing industries in Australia. 

Students who successfully complete this course will receive a 

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance and a head start to 

employment in a diverse range of occupations within hospitals and 

the community. 


• Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context 

• Comply with infection control policies and procedures 

• Assist and provide support for nursing teams in an acute care 

environment ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 

 



360 hour 7 terms Yes Year 11 Certificate III 


Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance, Certificate III in Aged Care, 

Certificate IV in Nursing (Enrolled Division 2 Nursing), Diploma 

of Nursing (Enrolled Division 2 Nursing) through to University 

developed board endorsed courses in Nursing. 

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Information and 

Digital Technology 


Information and Digital 

Technology (Specialisation) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

Would you like a career in the Information Technology industry as a 

computer/software/network/web support officer, ICT specialist in web 

development, network communications software support or systems 

administration? 

This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to be 

competent in the Introductory ICT ‘technical’ functions. 


• Support Information Technology activities in the workplace 

• Achieve a degree of self-sufficiency as an ICT ‘user’ 

• Care for computer hardware ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 




Attainment 


A range of Information Technology Certificate III, IV or Diploma 

courses are available in Support, Networking, Software Development, 

System Analysis and Design, Website Design and Multimedia. 

 


second year of the VET Information and Digital Technology 240 hour 

framework course at school or TAFE. 

You will complete additional units of competency towards a 

Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology. This 

course will be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and 

flexible delivery. 


• Build and manage web sites 

• Build and support small office home office (SOHO) networks and 

computer systems 

• Understand the inner working of computer hardware, social 

media and sustainability ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 12 Statement of 

Attainment 


By completing this Specialisation you will fast track your career 

by enrolling directly into a range of Information, Digital Media and 

Technology Certificate III, IV or Diploma courses in Support, Network 

Communications, Software Development, System Analysis and 

Design, Website Design and Multimedia. 

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Laboratory Skills 

(Forensic Science) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

 

This course is for students who want to work as a laboratory 

assistant or laboratory attendant in the food, chemical, 

manufacturing, biological /environmental or pathology industry 

sectors. You will acquire skills associated with the operation of a 

laboratory and associated technical tasks such as sampling and 

testing. 


• Record and present data 

• Plan and conduct laboratory/field work 

• Perform basic tests ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






On completion of this course you may be eligible to undertake 

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or a Diploma of Laboratory 

Technology specialising in Pathology Testing, Biological/ 

Environmental Testing, Biotechnology, Food Testing or Chemical and 

Forensic Testing. 

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Marketing 


Meat Retailing 

(Butchery) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Marketing is a fun, dynamic and complex career that focuses on 

providing value to both organisations and consumers. 

Students who undertake this course will look at products and how 

best to present them in order to meet consumer needs. 

This course may lead to a career as a marketing assistant. 


• Look at products and how best to present them in order to meet 

consumer needs 

• Consider price, place and promotion as well as product creation 


HSC DETAILS 

 






Certificate IV in Business (Marketing), Diploma of Business 

(Marketing) and Advanced Diploma of Business (Marketing). 

 

This course is for students who wish to work in the retail sector 

of the butchery industry as a butcher shop sales assistant, meat 

department worker, assistant butcher or meat wholesale worker. 

Students will learn how to prepare and package basic meat products 

for sale and provide advice on cooking and storage of meat products. 


• Trim meat for further processing 

• Break and cut product using a bandsaw 

• Identify meat cuts 

• Make sausages ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Advanced standing in an Apprenticeship in Certificate III in Meat 

Processing (Retail Butcher). 

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Media 

(Imaging and Video) 


Media 

(News) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Students will learn to use industry-standard software such as 

Photoshop, Premiere and Dreamweaver. 

Students who undertake this course will gain the basic skills and 

knowledge in digital photography, video and web. 


• Assist with a basic camera shoot 

• Produce and prepare photo images 

• Perform basic vision and sound editing 

• Write simple stories ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Certificate III in Media, Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media and 

Diploma of Interactive Digital Media. 

 

 

This course is for students who wish to learn about the news media 

industry and its workings. Students will develop basic news gathering 

skills including research and story writing for print and electronic 

media. 

This course could lead to a career as a journalist in radio, television 

or newspaper. 


• Collect and organise content for broadcast or publication 

• Write content for a range of media 

• Write simple stories ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Certificate III in News Media, Certificate IV in News Media or 

Certificate IV in Communication and Media. 

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Media 

(Sound) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

Students who undertake this course will gain the basic skills and 

knowledge in recording sound, mixing sound sources, sound editing 

and copyright requirements. 

Students will learn to use industry-standard software such as Pro 

Tools, Garageband and Audacity, and study output formats and 

quality. 


• Prepare audio sets and assist with sound recordings 

• Perform basic sound editing 

• Mix sound in a broadcasting environment 

• Compile audio material for broadcast ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Certificate II in Creative Industries (Media), Certificate III in Media, 

Certificate II in Music Industry through to the Advanced Diploma of 

Music. 

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me the chance to spend a day each week working 

in the industry and the opportunity to put my 

theoretical skills learnt at TAFE into practice in the 

real world. I thought that I wanted to follow a career 

in the metals industry, but ultimately it was the SBA 

opportunity that cemented my decision”. 

Andrew Niedermayer 

Andrew enrolled at Campbelltown TAFE in 2008 

as a School-based Apprentice (SBA) in Metals and 

Engineering, after being offered employment with 

NGS Engineering in Minto. 

A then Year 11 student at Sarah Redfern high school, 

Andrew was keen to pursue a career in the Metals 

industry and he was delighted with the option to 

combine paid part-time work and studies at TAFE as 

part of his HSC pattern of study. 

“I was most grateful for the opportunity to 

undertake the School-based Apprenticeship – it gave 

After completing his HSC commitments, Andrew 

moved into the post-school component of his SBA 

and has now completed his Certificate III trade 

qualification. Andrew is also completing a bachelor 

degree at New England University to further his 

career in the field of engineering. 

Andrew’s employer cannot speak highly enough 

about his enthusiasm and work ethic. 

“Starting the kids off for one day per week is a good 

gradual progression into the industry. It gives them 

a chance to ‘try it out’ whilst they are still at school 

and get a real depth of learning and understanding, 

but also achieve the HSC to enable them to go on 

to further studies if they wish to later on down the 

track”. 

An exciting future within the industry lies ahead 

for Andrew and he is keen to explore the many 

opportunities in the future. 

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Metals and 

Engineering 


Plumbing 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

(Chullora) 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course provides training at entry level in the manufacturing, 

engineering and related industries. 

Applicants will develop knowledge and skills necessary to carry out a 

range of generic metals and engineering tasks and processes. 


• Use hand tools and power tools 

• Perform routine oxy acetylene welding 

• Perform gas tungsten arc welding 

• Perform manual heating and thermal cutting 

• Apply quality procedures ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 







Successful completion of this course could lead to a traineeship or 

apprenticeship in light fabrication, heavy fabrication or fitting and 

machinery. 

 

The aim of this course is to provide instruction, demonstration and 

practical experiences to facilitate the acquisition of basic skills and 

underpinning knowledge required by plumbing tradespersons who 

work under the supervision of a licensed plumber. 



• Use plumbing hand and power tools 

• Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities 

• Cut and join sheet metal ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 







SPY 3 terms No Year 11 or 12 Transcript of 



Upon commencement of a full-time Apprenticeship, students can 

return to complete their Certificate III trade qualification. Students 

can then undertake further training in Certificate IV in Plumbing 

Services through to Diploma of Plumbing Services. 

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Plumbing 

(Specialisation) 


Plumbing/Construction 

COMBO 

Board endorsed/Board developed 

Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


This course is for students who completed the 240 hour Plumbing 

SPY course in 2013 or Year 12 students who are currently enrolled in 

the second year of the 240 hour Plumbing TVET course. 

Students will advance their knowledge and skills in plumbing by 

undertaking further units from Certificate III in Plumbing. 


• Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping 

• Set out and install water services 

• Install and commission water heating systems ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Upon commencement of a full-time time Apprenticeship, students 

can return to complete their Certificate III trade qualification. 

Students can then undertake further training in Certificate IV in 

Plumbing and Services through to Diploma of Plumbing and Services. 

 


knowledge and skills in both the Construction and Plumbing industry. 


hour course in Construction (Carpentry) and a 120 hour course in 

Plumbing, by the end of term 3. 





• Work safely on roofs ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






On completion of this course students will receive credit towards 

a Construction (Carpentry) or Plumbing Apprenticeship. Upon 

commencing a full-time apprenticeship students can then return to 

TAFE to complete their Certificate III trade qualification. 

 

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Plumbing 

Rob Neeson, head teacher of Plumbing at Miller 

College, is a keen supporter of the TVET program. 

Rob has been delivering TVET courses within his 

teaching section for the past five years and has 

seen a marked improvement in retention and 

enthusiasm of students who have progressed onto 

apprenticeships after completing a TVET course. 

“By the time those students sign into a full-time 

apprenticeship they have already had a taste of the 

TAFE environment and have a basic understanding 

of the plumbing industry. They are able to make 

informed decisions about their chosen career 

pathway and already have the confidence to partake 

in class activities.” 

A TVET course is a training pathway that prepares a 

student for further study or a career in their chosen 

field. 

Why not make a headstart whilst you are still 

at school? Try out a TVET course and see if an 

industry is really what you think it is – it can assist 

in making up your mind about your future career 

pathway. 

Get a headstart! 

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Primary Industries 

(Horticulture) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

The Horticulture industry covers a number of different jobs such 

as nursery work, landscape construction and maintenance, park 

maintenance, sport turf management and maintenance. 

Successful completion of this course will give students a head start 

to finding employment as an apprentice in one of the Horticulture 

areas. 


• Apply chemicals under supervision 

• Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders 

• Identify the various types of trees and shrubs 

• Assist with landscape construction work ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 







Certificate III in Horticulture through to Diploma of Horticulture 

plus many other industry specialisations eg Parks and Gardens, 

Landscape, Retail Nursery, Arboriculture and Sports Turf 

Management. 

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Retail Services 

Signwriting 



Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Working in the retail industry means the selling of new or used goods 

to customers for personal or household use. The retail industry is 

the largest employer in Australia, employing about 12% of the total 

workforce. 

This course will provide students with the basic skills and knowledge 

suitable for entry level employment in this industry. 


• Operate retail technology 

• Advise on products and services 

• Minimise theft ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Certificate II in Retail, Certificate III in Retail through to Diploma in 

Retail Management. 

 

The course is for students who want to work in the Sign Industry with 

skills in both sign writing and sign manufacturing. 

This course will develop skills and knowledge to complete projects 

in new works, maintenance and repair, alterations and restoration. 

Digital computer-generated product is the focus of this qualification. 


• Plan and organise work 

• Use colour for signage 

• Produce digital signage 

• Layout and design signage ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






Students will have the opportunity to continue this course at TAFE 

and on completion receive a Certificate III in Signage. 

The core competencies included in this course are recognised in 

other areas e.g. Construction or Graphic Design TAFE courses. 

 

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Sport, Fitness and 

Recreation (Fitness Strand) 


Sport, Fitness and 

Recreation (Specialisation) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Fitness instructors work in local leisure centres as well as in the 

growing number of private health clubs throughout the country. 

This course will provide a pathway to further training in one of the 

specialisation instructor courses (gym, aqua and group fitness). 


• Provide fitness orientation and health screening 

• Undertake client health assessment 

• Apply anatomy and physiology principles in a fitness context 


HSC DETAILS 

 

 








Certificate III in Fitness, Certificate IV in Fitness, Diploma in Fitness 

and many other training package qualifications in Sport Coaching, 

Sport and Recreation, and Community Activities. 

This course is available to Year 12 students who are in the second 

year of their 240 hr Sport, Recreation and Fitness VET course. 

Students who are undertaking the Sports Coaching strand at school 

will receive credit towards Certificate III in Fitness. Students who 

are currently in the 240 hr course at Macquarie Fields College will 

receive Certificate III in Fitness. 


• Plan and deliver group exercise sessions 

• Apply first aid 

• Provide healthy eating information to clients in accordance with 

recommended guidelines ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 

 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 12 Certificate III 


Certificate III in Fitness, Certificate IV in Fitness, Diploma in Fitness 

and many other training package qualifications in Sport Coaching, 

Sport and Recreation, and Community Activities. 

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Telecommunications 

(Optical Broadband) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

Students who undertake this course will be introduced to a broad 

range of converging telecommunication technologies, including 

optical fibre, wireless and information technology. Students would 

gain the skills and knowledge required to install, test and maintain 

a TV/radio antenna, splice and test an optical fibre, install software, 

hardware and configure computers. 


• Install, test and maintain a TV/Radio antenna 

• Splice an optical fibre 

• Measure and test an optical fibre signal 

• Install software and hardware peripherals 

• Install and test an internet protocol device in convergence 

networks ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 





Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma in 

Telecommunications and Optical Networks to a Graduate Diploma 

in Telecommunications. On successful completion you could work 

with National Broadband Network NBN, Optus, Rail Corp, Telstra, 

equipment manufacturers and service providers. 

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Tourism 

(Events) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course aims to provide the skills and knowledge required to 

perform the role of an entry level employee in a range of sectors in 

the tourism and events industry. 

Occupational outcomes include retail travel sales assistant, 

documentation clerk, information assistant and operations assistant 

or an events assistant. 


• Develop and update event industry knowledge 

• Process and monitor event registrations 

• Coordinate onsite event registrations ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



240 hour 7 terms Yes Year 11 Certificate III* 



Certificate III Tourism and Certificate III in Events through to 

Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Advanced Diploma in Events. 

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Tourism 

(Events Specialisation) 


Tourism 

(Travel) 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

This course is available to Year 12 students who are currently in the 

second year of the 240 hr Tourism (Travel) TVET course at TAFE. 

Students will undertake units from Certificate III in Events and, if 

successful in their 240 hour course and the units offered in this 

course will receive a Certificate III in Events. 

This course will comprise of a combination of face-to-face and 

flexible delivery. 


• Develop and update event industry knowledge 

• Process and monitor event registration 

• Coordinate onsite event registration ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 



120 hour 3 terms No Year 12 Certificate III 




 

This course aims to provide the skills and knowledge required to 

perform the role of an entry level employee in a range of sectors in 

the tourism and events industry. 

Occupational outcomes include retail travel sales assistant, 

documentation clerk, information assistant and operations assistant 

or an events assistant. 


• Develop and update tourism industry knowledge 

• Sell tourism products and services 

• Operate an online information system 

• Source and provide destination, information and advise 


HSC DETAILS 






attainment* 





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Visual Arts and 

Contemporary Craft 


Water Operations 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


Bankstown 

Campbelltown 

Granville 

Lidcombe 

Liverpool 

Macquarie 

Fields 

Miller 

Padstow 


 

The course is for students who want to develop skills in fine arts, 

visual arts, ceramics and contemporary crafts and may wish to 

pursue career opportunities through self-employment or work in the 

studio areas (eg painting, printmaking) or related areas like gallery 

assistance, picture framing, art sales or computer graphics. 


• Produce paintings 

• Produce drawings 

• Explore the use of colour ...and much more 

HSC DETAILS 






This course is for students who want to study a specific visual 

art area, for personal interest and development, and to prepare a 

portfolio for entry into further study. Certificate II in Visual Arts, 

Certificate III in Visual Arts through to the Diploma in Visual Arts. 

 

This course aims to provide knowledge and skills to prepare a person 

to perform in a range of varied activities in the various sectors of the 

water industry. 

Students will gain both the knowledge and practical skills required 

to achieve environmental sustainability by the monitoring, testing 

and control of water assets. This may involve waste water treatment, 

water collection systems, water conditioning, water distribution and 

monitoring. 


• Work effectively in the water industry 

• Perform and record sampling 

• Locate, identify and protect utility services 

• Monitor, operate and control water treatment processes 


HSC DETAILS 





This course provides introductory training for entry level and 

operational workers in the water industry. 

Completion of this course can provide a basis for entry into 

Certificate III Water Operations. 

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Study Higher 

Education with SWSi 

Move seamlessly from school to vocational 

education to a degree WITH your local SWSi TAFE. 

SWSi offers vocational courses from Certificate to Advanced Diploma and 

several degree programs in partnership with other institutions. 

• Associate Degree of Accounting 

Delivered at SWSi through TAFE NSW Higher Education 

• Bachelor of Applied Management, Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 

Bachelor of Applied Management Design 

Delivered at SWSi with the University of Ballarat 

For more information on Higher Education options at SWSi, 

visit www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/he or call 13 SWSi (13 79 74). 

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Where are they now? 

Nathan Brown All Saints Catholic Senior 

College 

2002 TVET Marketing @ Liverpool College 

2013 Senior Account Manager - Acxiom Corporation 

Ashleigh Luskan Magdalene Catholic 

High School 

2006/07 TVET Tourism @ Campbelltown College 

2013 Reservations Consultant – Creative Holidays 

Rachel O’Neill Model Farms High School 

2006/07 TVET Nursing @ Wetherill Park College 

2013 Registered Nurse – Westmead Hospital 

Bryant Parmeter Moorebank High School 

2008 TVET Aviation Aircraft Operations @ 

Wetherill Park College 

2013 Leading Air Crewman – Australian Airforce 

Kirsty Wood James Busby High School 

2008/09 SBA Hospitality @ Wetherill Park College 

2013 Chef - Ribs and Rump 

Jake Gradden Cecil Hills High School 

2008/09 SBA Metals and Engineering @ 

Campbelltown College 

2013 Metal Fabricator - Wilson and Gilkes 

Selina Riva Prairiewood High School 

2010/11 TVET Hospitality @ Wetherill Park College 

2013 Advanced Diploma of Events 

Michael Smith Camden High School 

2010/11 SBT Automotive @ Campbelltown College 

2013 Stage 3 Apprentice Automotive Technician - 

Eagles Automotive 

Mark Messer East Hills Boys High School 

2011/12 Animal Care @ Bankstown College 

2013 Certificate III Captive Animals @ 

Bankstown College 

Tina Whitehead Mt Annan High School 

2012 Hairdressing/Beauty @ Liverpool College 

2013 Apprentice Hairdresser – Hair Allure 

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SWSi colleges 

Bankstown College 

500 Chapel Road 

BANKSTOWN NSW 2200 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/bankstown 

Parking available in the student car park (a fee applies). 

Street parking available. Bicycle parking available on 

college grounds. 

925, 913, 910, 907 (Chapel Rd) (wheelchair accessible) 

Bankstown Station is a 5 - 10 minute walk from the college. 

Campbelltown College 

181 Narellan Road 

Campbelltown NSW 2560 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/campbelltown 

Parking available on college grounds. 

890, 891, 892, 894, 894X, 895, 898, 900 (Narellan Rd) 

Macarthur Station is a 10 minute walk from the college. 

Chullora Campus 

Corner Muir Road and Worth Street 

CHULLORA NSW 2190 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/chullora 

Parking available on campus grounds. Street parking 

available. Bicycle parking available on campus grounds. 

Veolia 925 (Muir Rd) 

Lidcombe Station is a 15 minute bus trip and 10 minute 

walk from the campus. 

Granville College 

136 William Street 

GRANVILLE NSW 2142 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/granville 

Parking available in the student car park (a fee applies). 

Street parking available. Bicycle parking available on 

college grounds. 

908, 906 (William St, The Avenue) 

Granville Station is a 15 minute walk from the college. 

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Lidcombe College 

East Street 

LIDCOMBE NSW 2141 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/lidcombe 

Parking available on college grounds. Street parking 

available. Bicycle parking available on college grounds. 

Veolia 915, 925 (East St) 

Lidcombe Station is a 20 minute walk from the college. 

Liverpool College 

College Street 

LIVERPOOL NSW 2170 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/liverpool 

Parking is not available on college grounds during the day. 

Limited street parking is available. 

Buses that terminate and pick up at Liverpool Station. 

Liverpool Station is approximately 5 minutes walk from 

the college. 

Macquarie Fields College 

32 Victoria Road 

MACQUARIE FIELDS NSW 2564 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/macquariefields 



Interline 870, 871, 872 (from Glenfield Station) 

Glenfield Station and Macquarie Fields Station are a 20 

minute walk from the college. 

MBISC (MACARTHUR BUILDING INDUSTRY 

SKILLS CENTRE) 

2 Austool Place 

INGLEBURN NSW 2564 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/macquariefields 

Limited parking available on site. Bicycle parking available 

on MBISC grounds. 

Interline buses 872, 871, 870 (Campbelltown to Ingleburn 

Station) Interline Bus 873 (Minto to Ingleburn Station) 

Ingleburn Station is a 10-15 minute walk from MBISC. 

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Miller College 

Cnr Hoxton Park Road and Banks Road 

MILLER NSW 2168 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/miller 


available. Covered bicycle parking available on college 

grounds. 

Busabout 853, 854 (Banks Rd, Cabramatta Ave and Hoxton 

Park Rd). Westbus/Hopkinsons 802, 803 (Cabramatta Ave 

and Miller Ave). T-Way T80 (wheelchair accessible) (travels 

on a dedicated road that runs parallel to Hoxton Park Rd 

and Banks Rd). 

Liverpool Station is a 20 minute bicycle ride from the 

college. 

Wetherill Park College 

The Horsley Drive 

WETHERILL PARK NSW 2164 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/wetherillpark 



Westbus 800. T-Way T80 (wheelchair accessible). T-Way 

bus stop is a 10 minute walk from the college (Victoria St) 

Fairfield Station is a 20 minute bicycle ride from the 

college. 

Padstow College 

Raine Road 

PADSTOW NSW 2211 

www.SWSi.tafensw.edu.au/padstow 

Parking available in the student car park. Street parking 


Veolia Transport buses run from, Bankstown, Hurstville 

and Menai areas. 

Padstow Station is a 10-15 minute walk from the college. 

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Key contacts 

General Enquiries 

Johanna Vance TVET Institute Consultant 9825 7352 johanna.vance@tafensw.edu.au 

Donna Ferrett TVET Coordinator 9825 7244 donna.ferrett@tafensw.edu.au 

Sandy Whitehill Admin Support Officer 9825 7484 sandra.whitehill@tafensw.edu.au 

School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships 

Julie Pankhurst SBAT Coordinator 9825 7353 julie.pankhurst@tafensw.edu.au 

Cary Hughes SBAT Coordinator Support 9825 7460 cary.hughes@tafensw.edu.au 

Kim Pham SBAT Support Officer 9825 7356 kim.pham29@tafensw.edu.au 

Image Acknowledgements: Some of the photographic images used in this publication were created and supplied by TAFE NSW – South 

Western Sydney Institute Diploma of Photo Imaging students located at Campbelltown College. 

Disclaimer: The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of printing, but may be subject to change. SWSi courses are run subject 

to sufficient demand and availability of resources. Some courses may not run at all locations listed. If you miss out on your preferred choice, check 

with SWSi for course vacancies at other locations. 

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For enquiries about TVET courses available at any of our 

colleges contact the Institute TVET Unit directly on: 

Online at: 

www.SWSi.edu.au/tvet 

Email: 

SWSiTVET@tafensw.edu.au 

Phone: 

9825 7244 or 9825 7484 

Fax: 

9826 7451 

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TVET Course Guide - South Western Sydney Institute - TAFE NSW

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