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This training is funded by the Australian Government and is free for our students. |
Our classes offer rolling intakes, so you can start any week of term. |
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Access free training for up to two years to complete a course or certificate. |
Earn 25 points per week towards your mutual obligations by attending either full-time or part-time. |
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From job interview techniques to short courses, we’ll get you ready for the job market. |
Participate in local work placements relevant to your career goals. |
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The program explained
The SEE program is a great way to gain the confidence and English language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to get the job you want or go on to further study.
Who can join?
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You are aged between 15 years and the Age Pension age. |
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You are registered as a job seeker or volunteer job seeker. |
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You are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or have working rights in Australia. |
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Central Queensland
Our Central Queensland region includes the towns of Biloela, Gladstone and Rockhampton.
Wide Bay & Sunshine Coast
This region stretches from Bundaberg in the north down to the coastal hubs of Mooloolaba and Maroochydore.
Gold Coast
TAFE Queensland has campuses spanning the length of the Gold Coast region, from Coolangatta to Coomera.
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The Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program empowers job-seekers with real-world, practical experience. The study options are immense, ranging from computer skills and job interview techniques to short courses in high-value areas such as retail, IT, and hospitality.
- North and Far North Queensland
- Central Queensland
- Greater Brisbane
- Wide Bay and Sunshine Coast
- Gold Coast
- Darling Downs and South West
Referral Process for Agents
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| Delivery Site | ESS Activity ID | Phone | ||
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| Atherton | 4389342 | 4095 6000 | ||
| Bowen | 9515 | 4720 4403 | ||
| Cairns | 3389342 | 4042 2510 | ||
| Charters Towers | 109515 | 4788 2602 | ||
| Home Hill | 5398515 | 4754 4206 | ||
| Ingham | 3198515 | 4776 8117 | ||
| Innisfail | 15389342 | 4078 0260 | ||
| Kuranda | 47989342 | 4042 2510 | ||
| Mackay | 61748841 | 4940 3414 | ||
| Mareeba | 14989342 | 4042 2510 | ||
| Mt Isa | 6348515 | 4744 9979 | ||
| Palm Island | 2288515 | 4752 5401 | ||
| Thursday Island | 3989342 | 4042 2510 | ||
| Townsville (Pimlico) | 7313048 | 4750 5706 | ||
| Whitsundays (Cannonvale) | 9838515 | 4940 2777 | ||
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Access to Pathways: Year 10 AlternativeAt TAFE Queensland, students can achieve a Year 10 alternative in a relaxed, adult learning environment. Students will complete units from the Certificate II in Skills for Education, Training and Employment Pathways. |
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| Year 10 Alternative | Atherton, Bowen, Cairns, Cannonvale, Charters Towers, Home Hill, Ingham, Innisfail, Mackay, Mareeba, Palm Island, Thursday Island, Townsville | Any time | Tailored to student availability | Tailored to student availability |
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BusinessCareer opportunities in business are endless. These entry-level units and courses provide individuals with the opportunities to develop basic skills and knowledge to prepare for work across a variety of industry sectors. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
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| Certificate I in Business | Atherton, Bowen, Cairns, Cannonvale, Charters Towers, Home Hill, Ingham, Innisfail, Mackay, Mareeba, Palm Island, Townsville | Any time | Tailored to student availability | Mixed mode delivery (classroom and online). Attendance days tailored to student availability. |
| Thursday Island | Any time | Tailored to student availability | Classroom delivery. Attendance days tailored to student availability. | |
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RetailFrom sales assistant to buyer, stock control to area manager, there are a range of career opportunities available in the retail industry. In these entry-level units and courses, students build valuable customer service and sales skills that are transferable to a range of industries. |
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| Certificate I in Retail | Atherton, Bowen, Cairns, Cannonvale, Charters Towers, Home Hill, Ingham, Innisfail, Mackay, Mareeba, Palm Island, Thursday Island, Townsville | Any time | Tailored to student availability | Mixed mode delivery (classroom and online). Attendance days tailored to student availability. |
| Certificate II in Retail | Atherton, Bowen, Cairns, Cannonvale, Charters Towers, Home Hill, Ingham, Innisfail, Mackay, Mareeba, Palm Island, Thursday Island, Townsville | Any time | Tailored to student availability | Mixed mode delivery (classroom and online). Attendance days tailored to student availability. |
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Ask UsAsk us about our pop-up training options! We work with agencies to deliver short programs at your location, including: |
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
Durationup to 12 months
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
Durationup to 12 months
Information for Referring Agents |
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| Delivery Site | ESS Activity ID | Phone | ||
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| Biloela | 6748842 | 3712 4213 | ||
| Emerald | 17748842 | 3712 4213 | ||
| Gladstone | 72748842 | 3712 4213 | ||
| Rockhampton | 83748842 | 3712 4213 | ||
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Ask us about this term's coursesAs a component of the SEE program, clients are invited to participate in specific TAFE vocational courses which align with their literacy, language and numeracy levels. |
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WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
Durationup to 12 months
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
Information for Referring Agents |
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| Delivery Site | ESS Activity ID | Phone | ||
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| Bracken Ridge | 5058515 | 3259 4041 | ||
| Browns Plains | 1948515 | 3802 4804 | ||
| Caboolture | 58390521 | 5498 0357 | ||
| Grovely | 3768515 | 3354 5503 | ||
| Loganlea (Meadowbrook) | 2309515 | 3826 3714 | ||
| Mt Gravatt | 468515 | 3215 1456 | ||
| Redcliffe | 490521 | 3480 3202 | ||
| South Bank | 2668515 | 3244 5009 | ||
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BusinessFrom finance to management, and justice to marketing, career opportunities in business are endless. These entry-level units and courses can pave the way to a corporate career in a range of industries or help students build the skills they need to start their own business. |
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| Certificate II in Business (Select units) | Bracken Ridge | 11 January 2021 | 11 weeks | Full-time |
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HospitalityHospitality is one of Australia's largest employment industries, with careers spanning accommodation, casinos, clubs, food and beverage, and restaurants. Our purpose-built facilities allow students to build hands-on skills that they can take straight into the workforce. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Certificate I in Hospitality (Select units) | Loganlea | 27 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
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Core SkillsWe offer a range of foundation skills courses. Whether students want to develop or improve their English language skills, prepare to enter or re-enter the workforce, or take the first step towards a vocational pathway, we have a course that can help them achieve their goals. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Course in Skills to Develop Learning Pathways (Select Units) | Bracken Ridge, Caboolture, Redcliffe, Grovely | 11 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Course in Skills to Access Learning Pathways (Select Units) | Bracken Ridge, Caboolture, Redcliffe, Grovely | 11 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate I in Skills for Education and Training Pathways (Select Units) | Bracken Ridge, Caboolture, Redcliffe, Grovely | 11 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate II in Skills for Education, Training and Employment Pathways (All Core Units) | Bracken Ridge, Caboolture, Redcliffe, Grovely | 11 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Course in Skills to Develop Learning Pathways (Select Units) | Browns Plains, Loganlea | 27 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Course in Skills to Access Learning Pathways (Select Units) | Browns Plains, Loganlea | 27 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways | South Bank | 27 January 2021 | 22 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways | South Bank | 27 January 2021 | 22 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate I in Skills for Education and Training Pathways (Select Units) | Browns Plains, Loganlea | 27 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways | South Bank | 27 January 2021 | 22 weeks | TBC |
| Certificate II in Skills for Education, Training and Employment Pathways (All Core Units) | Browns Plains, Loganlea | 27 January 2021 | 11 weeks | TBC |
WORKLOADPart time
START DATESAny time
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
Information for Referring Agents |
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| Delivery Site | ESS Activity ID | Phone | ||
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| Bundaberg | 28289342 | 4150 5881 | ||
| Gympie | 6289515 | 5480 3620 | ||
| Maryborough | 70389342 | 4120 6337 | ||
| Mountain Creek (Mooloolaba) | 89448842 | 5457 1372 | ||
| Pialba | 39289342 | 4120 6337 | ||
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AutomotiveOpen up a range of options in the automotive industry with practical, hands-on training. These entry-level units and courses can start students on the road to a career in the light and heavy automotive and marine industries. |
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| Certificate II in Automotive | Gympie | Any time | TBC | TBC |
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Community ServicesCommunity services professionals support individual and community wellbeing through a range of care, support, education, welfare, and related services. These entry-level units and courses will introduce students to one of Australia's fastest growing employment sectors. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
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| Certificate III in Community Services | Gympie | Any time | TBC | TBC |
| Certificate III in Community Services | Mooloolaba | Any time | TBC | TBC |
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Health & Individual SupportGuided by industry-experienced professionals, students will build valuable skills required to work in the health sector. Start on the path to further studies in nursing, aged care, primary health care, allied health, dental, pathology, or laboratory science. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) | Gympie | Any time | TBC | TBC |
| Certificate III in Health Services Assistance | Bundaberg | Any time | TBC | TBC |
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Early Childhood Education and CareEarly childhood education involves caring for and teaching pre-primary students to enhance their development. These entry-level units and courses will start students on the path to a rewarding career in early childhood education and care. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care | Gympie | Any time | TBC | TBC |
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White CardIf you want to work in the construction industry, you are required by law to successfully complete a general safety induction course or White Card. This course meets the requirements of the 2011 Workplace Health and Safety Regulation and covers the skills and assessment necessary for a worker to safely enter and work on a construction site in Queensland. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| White Card | Maryborough | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| White Card | Mooloolaba | 24 March 2021 | TBC | TBC |
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BusinessFrom finance to management, and justice to marketing, career opportunities in business are endless. These entry-level units and courses can pave the way to a corporate career in a range of industries or help students build the skills they need to start their own business. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Certificate III in Business Administration | Maryborough Bundaberg |
TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) | Maryborough | TBC | TBC | TBC |
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Hospitality & CookeryHospitality is one of Australia's largest employment industries, with careers spanning accommodation, casinos, clubs, food and beverage, and restaurants. Our purpose-built facilities allow students to build hands-on skills that they can take straight into the workforce. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) | Mooloolaba Hervey Bay |
30 March 2021 22 June 2021 |
TBC | TBC |
| Unit SITHCCC001: Use food preparation equipment | Mooloolaba | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Unit SITHCCC002: Prepare and present simple dishes | Mooloolaba | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Unit SITXFSA001: Use hygienic practices for food safety | Mooloolaba | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Certificate II in Kitchen Operations | Mooloolaba | 25 January 2021 | TBC | TBC |
| Certificate III in Hospitality | Bundaberg | Any time | TBC | TBC |
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Hairdressing & BeautyThe beauty industry incorporates a range of services, including makeup artistry, skin care, nail technology, hair dressing, and salon assistance. Students receive hands-on training and learn essential salon business skills including communication, demonstrating products, retailing, and merchandising. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Certificate II in Salon Assistant | Mooloolaba Bundaberg |
25 January 2021 Any time |
TBC | TBC |
| Certificate III in Beauty Services | Bundaberg | Any time | TBC | TBC |
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TourismThe travel and tourism industry offers a variety of exciting career opportunities, both within Australia and around the world. Through SEE, students can access a range of tourism courses to prepare them for work and further study. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Certificate III in Tourism | Mooloolaba Bundaberg |
TBC | TBC | TBC |
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HorticultureThe horticultural sector includes everything from plant care to landscape management. Studying horticulture can set students on the path to becoming a greenskeeper, arborist, or landscaper, as well as opening up a range of generalist horticulture roles in nurseries, parks, and gardens. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES | Duration | WORKLOAD |
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| Certificate II in Horticulture | Bundaberg | TBC | TBC | TBC |
Information for Referring Agents |
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| Delivery Site | ESS Activity ID | Phone | ||
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| Coolangatta | 7448515 | 5506 9112 | ||
| Coomera | 8835841 | 5581 8882 | ||
| Southport | 4148515 | 5581 8882 | ||
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Year 10 AlternativeAt TAFE Queensland, students can achieve a Year 10 alternative in a relaxed, adult learning environment. Students will complete units in a Certificate II in Skills for Education, Training and Employment Pathways. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Available Class Times | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Year 10 Alternative | Coolangatta | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 2.45pm Tuesday 8.30am - 2.45pm |
11 hours per week |
| Southport | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 3pm Tuesday 8.30am - 3pm Wednesday 8.30am - 3pm Thursday 8.30am - 3pm |
11 hours (minimum) to 21 hours per week | |
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Core SkillsWe offer a range of foundation skills courses. Whether students want to develop or improve their English language skills, prepare to enter or re-enter the workforce, or take the first step towards a vocational pathway, we have a course that can help them achieve their goals. |
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| Outcome | Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Available Class Times | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
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| Adult Computer Literacy Skills | Coolangatta | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 2.45pm Tuesday 8.30am - 2.45pm |
11 hours per week |
| Southport | Any time | Wednesday 8.30am - 2.15pm Thursday 8.30am - 2.15pm |
10 hours per week | |
| Defence Force Preparation (English and Maths) | Coolangatta | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 2.45pm Tuesday 8.30am - 2.45pm |
11 hours per week |
| Southport | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 3pm Tuesday 8.30am - 3pm Wednesday 8.30am - 3pm Thursday 8.30am - 3pm |
11 hours (minimum) to 21 hours per week | |
| 10288NAT - 10291NAT | Coolangatta | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 2.30pm Tuesday 8.30am - 2.30pm |
11 hours per week |
| Coomera | Any time | 8.30am - 2.30pm (Choice of any 2-4 days per week) | 11 hours (minimum) to 21 hours per week | |
| Southport | Any time | Monday 8.30am - 2.30pm Tuesday 8.30am - 2.30pm Wednesday 8.30am - 2.30pm Thursday 8.30am - 2.30pm |
11 hours (minimum) to 25 hours per week | |
| IELTS Preparation | Southport | Any time | Thursday 8.30am - 2.30pm, Friday 8.30am - 2.30pm | 11 hours per week |
| Get Work Ready | Southport | Tuesday 20 April (Term 2) Tuesday 13 July (Term 3) |
10 weeks Tuesday 8.30am - 2.15pm Wednesday 8.30am - 2.15pm Thursday 8.30am - 2.15pm |
15 hours per week 2 week work experience block |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WORKLOADFull time and Part time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
START DATESAny time
Durationup to 3 years
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
WORKLOADFull time and Part time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
START DATESAny time
Durationup to 3 years
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WORKLOADFull time and Part time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
START DATESAny time
Durationup to 3 years
Information for Referring Agents |
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| Delivery Site | ESS Activity ID | Phone | ||
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| Bundamba | 92389342 | 0437 816 813 | ||
| Charleville | 4298515 | 4624 4361 | ||
| Cherbourg | 8489515 | 4179 6801 | ||
| Inala | 5968515 | 3335 3611 | ||
| Kingaroy | 7389515 | 4160 4413 | ||
| Toowoomba | 6289342 | 4694 1354 | ||
| Warwick | 39289342 | 4694 1354 | ||
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Ask us about this term's coursesAs a component of the SEE program, clients are invited to participate in specific TAFE vocational courses which align with their literacy, language and numeracy levels. |
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WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
WORKLOADFull time
START DATESAny time
Diploma of Music Industry / Bachelor of Contemporary Music Practice
Sound Production / In partnership with the University of Canberra
https://tafeqld.edu.au/course/18267/certificate-iii-music-industryDevelop your technical skills and gain first class music industry experience. You will have access to a full recording studio and a sound stage complete with lighting and sound...
Career outcome: Music Professionals, Musician (Instrumental), Composer
Being a mum is the greatest thing on earth. But nothing will make you feel more like your old self again than getting back into the workforce.
Claudia Jones
Managing Director, Commonwealth Bank
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