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Clarkson

 31 Harmony Avenue, Clarkson WA 6030  |  Locked Bag 6, Northbridge WA 6865

Yaberoo Budjara translates as ‘Land of the peoples North of Perth’.
Clarkson is named after a family of early settlers in the area.

Our state-of-the-art Clarkson campus is our main facility for trades training in Perth’s northern suburbs, with a special focus on pre-apprenticeship courses including bricklaying, plastering, tiling, carpentry, joinery, metal fabrication, electrical trades, and more.

Our dedicated workshops and open spaces for each trade mean you get to train in a real-world environment.

The campus is accessible via bus services from Clarkson train station.

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Campus disruption 2023

The installation and connection of wastewater pipeline by Watercorp will impact our Clarkson campus throughout some of 2023. To find out more on how this may impact your studies, please see this information sheet (2 MB) (PDF document).

North Metropolitan TAFE is committed to ensuring that people with disability have equal access to our services, programs and facilities so that you can achieve your educational and career goals.

Accessibility and Learning Support coordinators coordinate and implement support for students with a diagnosed disability, medical condition or mental health condition, whether temporary or permanent. 

This service is free, confidential, and optional.

Accessibility and Learning Support can assist students with:

  • Assistance with the enrolment process
  • Familiarising you with the campus, facilities and classrooms
  • Working with you to inform lecturers about your needs (if required)
  • Alternative formats for learning materials (audio, large print, etc.)
  • Adaptive technologies, software and specialised equipment
  • Assessment alternatives and adjustments
  • Study assistance, support and advocacy.

Find out more about Accessibility and Learning Support Services.

All students parking at our Clarkson campus will need a Student parking sticker on their vehicle or risk receiving an infringement.  You can register online then go to Student Services at our Joondalup (Kendrew Cres) campus, Building D, ground floor, to pay your fee and collect your permit.

You must obtain a parking permit to use these car parks between 8:00am and 4:00pm. Vehicles are not permitted on verges, grassed areas, roads or pathways at any time unless otherwise signposted.

North Metropolitan TAFE accepts no responsibility for any injury, loss or damage to persons (including death) or vehicles, or for loss or damage to accessories or contents, arising out of the use of the college’s parking facilities.

Clarkson

Our main campus for trades training in Perth’s northern corridor. 
We offer training in bricklaying, plastering, tiling, carpentry, joinery, metal fabrication and electrical trades.

Address

North Metropolitan TAFE Clarkson
31 Harmony Avenue
Clarkson WA 6030
Australia

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    Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

    National ID CPC33020 | State ID BGD8

    Build yourself a career from the ground up

    Complete the Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying apprenticeship and gain the skills needed for a certified trade career as a bricklayer or blocklayer.

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Brick and Block Laying Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52893WA | State ID AD06

    Get a great foundation for a bricklaying apprenticeship

    You'll be set to take on an apprenticeship with basic skills in the use of tools and equipment, and working onsite under your belt.

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52893WA | State ID AD12

    Are you keen to work in construction working with timber?

    You'll be equipped with the basic skills to be able to take on a carpentry and joinery apprenticeship after you have completed this course.

    Campuses
    • Clarkson
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Mortar Trades Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52893WA | State ID AD11

    Try a variety of trades to see which one's for you

    This exciting new mortor trades course is perfect for those not sure of which trade is for them. You'll cover bricklaying, wall and floor tiling, solid plastering and wall and ceiling fixing.

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Solid Plastering Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52893WA | State ID AD07

    Get a great start in the building industry with this solid plastering course.

    When you successfully complete this pre-apprenticeship you'll be equipped to start your career as an apprentice solid plasterer.

    Campuses
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Wall and Floor Tiling Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52893WA | State ID AD09

    Show your creative side and learn to work with glass, ceramic, clay, and marble tiles in a range of settings

    You'll have the skills employers want for an apprentice tiler when you complete this pre-apprenticeship course.

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Carpentry

    National ID CPC30220 | State ID BGB8

    Build a strong career from the ground up

    Gain the skills to safely use carpentry tools and materials to construct pitched roofs and ceiling frames. You'll also learn to lay wooden flooring and interpret plans. On completion you'll be ready to work as a domestic or commercial carpenter....

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Construction Induction White Card Skill Set

    State ID EAD22

    Get a Construction Induction White Card

    This skill set will help you gain the certification needed to safely work in the building and construction. Upon successful completion you will be issued with a White Card.

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID UEE22020 | State ID AC54

    Get a head start in gaining an electrotechnology apprenticeship

    After successfully completing this course you could be working as an apprentice in the electrical, instrumentation or electrical servicing trades.

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • East Perth
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

    National ID UEE30820 | State ID BFN0

    Are you looking for an electrical career and current skills?

    On completion of this apprenticeship course you'll be looking at a career as a licensed electrician (additional requirements apply).

    Campuses
    • Balga
    • Midland
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship
    • On campus