• You are a year 11 or 12 high school student, or equivalent and want to gain an insight into a Trades career*.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must: 

• Enjoy working with your hands and using tools.
• Have ability to communicate with others.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Show ability to follow instructions and work health and safety procedures.
• Have basic reading, writing and math skills.

This entry-level course has been developed for year 11 and 12 high school students to provide a taster into a Trades or Workshop-related career. It acts as a suitable bridging course into a pre-apprenticeship, traineeship or apprenticeship.

While undertaking this course, you will be exposed to a trades or workshop-related working environment, where you will learn practical skills in safe operations, communication, planning and organisation, general maintenance and a range of trade-related duties.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on campus; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research, and complete assessment requirements.

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
• Planning – Learn how to manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Plan and organise work.
  • Communicate in the workplace.
  • Carry out basic workplace calculations.
  • Undertake a basic construction project.
  • Use basic equipment for fabrication and welding.
  • Safe operations within the workplace including first aid.
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.