TAFE AT SCHOOL
EAST COAST REGION
TERM 4, 2022
TRADE TASTER PROGRAM
Trade Taster Programs are fully funded programs available to eligible Year 10 high school students.
If you are not sure what you want to do when you grow up, you can try out a range of trade and skill areas offered to you in our Trade Taster Program. Join our classes and you can test out a couple of different study area units without needing to commit to a full qualification or apprenticeship, so you can decide what industry is right for you.
You will gain a taste of what Certificate course you will want to pathway into when you are studying in Year 11 or Year 12, so you can make the right choice on the qualification you want study. Check out our TAFE at School courses that are offered to High School students (our guides are updated every May for the following year). There are some awesome flow chart diagrams in this guide, that you can see what further courses you can study at TAFE Queensland or at University in the future.
HOW IT WORKS
Trade Taster Programs are delivered over seven (7) weeks, depending on the study area you decide to study. You will be required to attend one day per week for a full school day, over the duration of the program (during a school term). We have developed these programs to fit around high school subjects, so you can gain the advantage of kick starting your career path, while you are still studying at school. That's a win, win!
If you are not sure what you want to do when you grow up, you can try out a range of trade and skill areas offered to you in our Trade Taster Program. Join our classes and you can test out a couple of different study area units without needing to commit to a full qualification or apprenticeship, so you can decide what industry is right for you.
You will gain a taste of what Certificate course you will want to pathway into when you are studying in Year 11 or Year 12, so you can make the right choice on the qualification you want study. Check out our TAFE at School courses that are offered to High School students (our guides are updated every May for the following year). There are some awesome flow chart diagrams in this guide, that you can see what further courses you can study at TAFE Queensland or at University in the future.
HOW IT WORKS
Trade Taster Programs are delivered over seven (7) weeks, depending on the study area you decide to study. You will be required to attend one day per week for a full school day, over the duration of the program (during a school term). We have developed these programs to fit around high school subjects, so you can gain the advantage of kick starting your career path, while you are still studying at school. That's a win, win!
FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The Trade Taster Program is fully funded by the Queensland Government and is available at no cost to eligible Year 10 students. The Trade Taster Programs won’t affect your VET in School (VETiS) funding entitlement.
To be eligible to study this Program;
To be eligible to study this Program;
- you must be a current Year 10 student (studying both maths and English)
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen
- or hold a qualifying Visa (please contact the TAFE at School team (on our email below) for more information on Visa’s).
You must also be able to arrange travel to the required TAFE Queensland campus each week during the program.
Students studying the Trade Taster Program must not be currently enrolled into a VETis funded course/ certificate at the same time. You can speak with your school or VET Coordinator if you are unsure about this and what a VETis funded course is.
WHAT IT COSTS
The Trade Taster Program is fully funded by the Queensland Government and is available at no cost to eligible students. The Trade Taster Programs won’t affect your VET in School (VETiS) funding entitlement.
Out of pocket costs - for some programs you may be required to purchase specific uniform items or PPE (personal protective equipment). Further information on what is required for each program, will be outlined in your Letter of Offer email.
WHEN CAN I APPLY
Applications for our Trade Taster Programs will open at 9:00am Wednesday 17 August, 2022. Don't miss out on your chance to taste a trade in Term 4, 2022 - the final intake for 2022.
HOW TO APPLY
If you would like more information on these programs you can talk to your school’s VET Coordinator who can provide you with more information on how this program will fit in with your studies.
If you would like more information on these programs you can talk to your school’s VET Coordinator who can provide you with more information on how this program will fit in with your studies.
Check out our 'How to Apply Guide' below which will take you step-by-step through how to apply including the application code you need for Pathways (you will need this to start your application), answer some common questions, give you more information on each Trade Taster and what happens after you submit your application.
Find out further information on the Trade Taster Programs below.
TRADE TASTER PROGRAM - TRADES
This Trade Taster Program is a great option if you are interested in testing out a few different trade areas including; construction, engineering or automotive.
In your first class of this program, you will undertake the Construction Industry White Card. To undertake this class, you will need to provide the TAFE at School team three (3) copies of identification, further information on what identification is required will be sent by email after you accept your Letter of Offer.
| CAMPUS | DURATION | UNITS | DETAILS | DAY | START DATE | TIME | CLASS STATUS |
| Bundaberg | 7 weeks |
CPCCWHS1001
MEMPE001A
MEMPE007A
AURTTJ011
|
Construction Industry White Card
Use engineering workshop machines
Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms
Balance wheels and tyres
|
Friday | 7 October 2022 | 9:00am-2:30pm | Class full |
| Gympie | 7 weeks |
CPCCWHS1001
AURTTJ011 MEMPE001A MSFFP2005
|
Construction Industry White Card
Balance wheels and tyres Use engineering workshop machines Join furnishing materials
|
Thursday | 6 October 2022 | 8:30am-2:30pm |
Class full
|
| Maryborough Trade Training Centre |
7 weeks | CPCCWHS1001 MEMPE001A AURTTJ011 MEMPE007A |
Construction Industry White Card Use engineering workshop machines Balance wheels and tyres Pull apart and re-assemble engineering mechanisms |
Friday |
7 October 2022
|
8:30am-2:30pm | Class full |
| Nambour | 7 weeks | CPCCWHS1001 AURTTJ011 MEMPE001A MSFFP2005 |
Construction Industry White Card
Balance wheels and tyres Use engineering workshop machines Join furnishing materials |
Wednesday group
Friday group
|
5 October 2022
7 October 2022
|
8:30am-2:30pm | Classes full |
Important notes about the Trade Taster Program
Please note Trade Taster classes are subject to run based on meeting minimum numbers, students and guardians will receive communication via email if the class is pending on reaching minimum numbers.
Dates may change for these programs due to student numbers or last minute changes, communications will sent to both students and guardians via email and text messaging. Please ensure your email and mobile numbers are correct in your application.
Classes are capped at maximum numbers for each program, therefore it is suggested that you apply via Pathways (tafeapply.com) as soon as applications open to secure your place in this program as places are limited.
Communication including your Letter of Offer will be sent to both students and guardians email addresses provided on your application in Pathways. Keep an eye out for this email, you may like to double check this hasn't gone into your spam or junk folders.
Study duration is based on study weeks, in the event of a public holiday during the program, the teacher will provide further information on dates required for attendance.
Study duration is based on study weeks, in the event of a public holiday during the program, the teacher will provide further information on dates required for attendance.
Trade Taster Program information provided, correct as of 10 August 2022.
