Whether you’ve just finished school or are looking to get back into study, it’s never too late to change your career direction. There are many options out there and GOTAFE’s vocational training courses can help put you on the path to where you want to be. Our courses are designed to give you real-world experience and prepare you for your future.
Mature-age student Natasha is passionate about helping people with shared cultural backgrounds and giving back to her community. She decided to enrol in a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (CHC40313) at GOTAFE.
“I managed to gain some employment through my placement at Rumbalara Health Service. I work with families, clients, help build relationships, collaborate with other services and get to work hands-on with people. I feel so connected. There’s always something on, footy, netball, BBQs, coffees and chats,” she said.
“That was my goal, I always wanted to get there, but I did things kind of the long way around. As long as you get there, that’s all that matters,” she said.
Young go-getter Elise kick-started her career during her final year of high school by completing a Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (SIT20416) at GOTAFE.
“I love hospitality and I really want to be a flight attendant when I complete my schooling. I thought this would be helpful in learning behind-the-scenes work as well as what we do front of house,” she said.
No matter where her career takes her, she will have transferable skills she will be able to use. “I chose to study the kitchen operations certificate because it’s recognised internationally too,” she said.
“I had heard a lot of good things about doing TAFE while you’re completing school. If you don’t know what you want to do when you finish your high school education, you still have a qualification at the end of it. It opens you to so many more opportunities,” she said.
If you’re not sure what you want to do with your future, take our career quiz and explore your options. With over 150 courses including free TAFE, you’re sure to find something you love at GOTAFE. Do the new you and choose GOTAFE to help get you there. Visit our website and apply now.
