Published Thursday, 10 January, 2008 at 03:00 PM
Minister for Education and Training and Minister for the Arts
The Honourable Rod Welford
School leavers urged to explore TAFE training options
Education and Training Minister Rod Welford has urged school leavers who are undecided about their future, to consider the range of programs available at TAFE Queensland institutes.
Mr Welford said TAFE was a great option for young people hoping to set themselves on the pathway to a rewarding career.
“TAFE is an efficient way to get the practical skills and qualifications required to meet the demands of the modern workplace. TAFE also offers an excellent pathway to university,” Mr Welford said.
“Young people keen to explore a broad range of job options should pick up the latest TAFE Queensland guide and check out the many career possibilities.
“There are more than 800 programs on offer across 14 study areas at Queensland’s 13 TAFE institutes.
“The practical courses offered at TAFE ensure graduates are job-ready or well equipped to take up further study.”
Mr Welford said as the state’s largest vocational education and training provider, TAFE Queensland was able to offer a range of innovative study options, developed with industry and designed to meet current skills shortages.
“TAFE programs range from Certificate to Diploma and Advanced Diploma level and students can access a range of flexible study options, with programs available full-time, part-time, online or in a combination of these,” he said.
“TAFE Queensland, through its trade and technician skills institute, SkillsTech Australia, also offers a number of pre-apprenticeship and trade programs in skills shortage areas including the construction, engineering and automotive industries.
“TAFE Queensland has also developed a number of partnerships with universities, providing further study options to students who wish to expand their education.”
For more information on where TAFE can take you, phone 1300 308 233 or go to www.tafe.qld.gov.au.
Media contact: Marnie Stitz or Emma Clarey on 3237 1000
Mr Welford said TAFE was a great option for young people hoping to set themselves on the pathway to a rewarding career.
“TAFE is an efficient way to get the practical skills and qualifications required to meet the demands of the modern workplace. TAFE also offers an excellent pathway to university,” Mr Welford said.
“Young people keen to explore a broad range of job options should pick up the latest TAFE Queensland guide and check out the many career possibilities.
“There are more than 800 programs on offer across 14 study areas at Queensland’s 13 TAFE institutes.
“The practical courses offered at TAFE ensure graduates are job-ready or well equipped to take up further study.”
Mr Welford said as the state’s largest vocational education and training provider, TAFE Queensland was able to offer a range of innovative study options, developed with industry and designed to meet current skills shortages.
“TAFE programs range from Certificate to Diploma and Advanced Diploma level and students can access a range of flexible study options, with programs available full-time, part-time, online or in a combination of these,” he said.
“TAFE Queensland, through its trade and technician skills institute, SkillsTech Australia, also offers a number of pre-apprenticeship and trade programs in skills shortage areas including the construction, engineering and automotive industries.
“TAFE Queensland has also developed a number of partnerships with universities, providing further study options to students who wish to expand their education.”
For more information on where TAFE can take you, phone 1300 308 233 or go to www.tafe.qld.gov.au.
Media contact: Marnie Stitz or Emma Clarey on 3237 1000