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Please complete this form to register your interest to study a skill set at North Metropolitan TAFE.

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Once you have registered and provided evidence, we will assess your suitability to the course and provide you with further instructions for enrolment based on the next available intake.

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Please submit documentation that meets the following requirements:

  • Completion of a tertiary education (degree or higher) where the language of instruction was English OR
  • English proficiency comparable or greater than NAATI’s requirements.

If you do not have relevant tertiary documentation then please supply evidence from one of the below approved NAATI English Proficiency Requirements. Current achievement levels can be found on the NAATI website  NAATI English Proficiency Level/Score

  • IELTS – International English Learning Testing System (General)
  • OET – Occupational English Test
  • TOEFL iBT – Test of English as  a Foreign Language (internet-based test)
  • PTE – Pearson Test of English (Academic)
  • CAE – Cambridge English Advanced Test
  • CPE – Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
  • ISLPR – International Second Language Proficiency Ratings English Test
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Skill set course list

* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
State ID: EAB93
Industry Engineering and Mining

2D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set

Use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings

This Skill Set will equip you with the skills needed to use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings for CNC processes in manufacturing.

Use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings

This 2D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set will equip you with the skills needed to use AutoCAD to complete mechanical engineering design drawings for CNC processes in manufacturing.

Successful completion of this skill set will see you achieve 2 units from MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical, North Metropolitan TAFE offers a specialised stream of this qualification, MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)(opens in a new tab) .

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State ID: EAB94
Industry Engineering and Mining

3D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set

Gain 3D drafting skills to work in the Mechancial Engineering Drafting sector

This skill set focuses on creating and displaying 3D CAD models so you'll be well equipped to work in the sector.

Whether you are upskilling or looking for a career change, you'll gain 3D drafting skills to work in the Mechancial Engineering Drafting sector

North Metropolitan TAFE's 3D Mechanical Engineering Drafting Skill Set focuses on creating and displaying 3D CAD models so you'll be well equipped to work in the sector.

Successful completion of this skill set will see you achieve 2 units from MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical, North Metropolitan TAFE offers a specialised stream of this qualification, MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Mechanical)

 

    Skill set
    National ID: FNSSS00014
    State ID: AD753
    Industry Business and Finance
    Online

    Accounting Principles Skill Set

    Build your administrative accounting and bookkeeping skills

    This nationally recognised skill set is designed for people employed in accounting and bookkeeping roles who use knowledge of accounting principles to perform a range of financial tasks in a variety of industries.

    Build your administrative accounting and bookkeeping skills

    This nationally recognised skill set is designed for people employed in accounting and bookkeeping roles who use knowledge of accounting principles to perform a range of analytical tasks in a variety of industries.
    Successful completion of this skill set may provide you with credit towards FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping and also meets the entry requirement for FNS5022 Diploma of Accounting.

    This skill set covers disciplines such as:

    • Processing financial transactions
    • Extracting interim reports
    • Creation and operation of a computer accounting system
    • Establishing and maintaining payroll systems
    • completion of business activity statements
    Skill set
    State ID: EAD67
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Advanced Welding - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Skill Set

    Advanced your skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    This course is designed to build your skills and knowledge in preparation to enrol in the Weld to code - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process Skill Set.

    Gain advanced skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Heavy Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. This course is designed to build your skills and knowledge in preparation to enrol in the Weld to code - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process Skill Set.

    The skill set is comprised of MEM05020 Perform advanced welding using gas tungsten arc welding process, and covers theory and workshop practice. It will be delivered one evening a week for 10 weeks, on a Tuesday from 5:30 - 9:00pm.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB24
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Advanced Welding - Manual Metal Arc Welding Skill Set

    Advance your skills in Manual Metal Arc Welding

    This course is designed to build your skills and knowledge in preparation to enrol in the Weld to Code - Manual Metal Arc Welding Process Skill Set.

    Gain advanced skills in Manual Metal Arc Welding

    If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Heavy Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in advanced Manual Metal Arc Welding. This course is designed to build your skills and knowledge in preparation to enrol in the Weld to Code - Manual Metal Arc Welding Process Skill Set.

    The skill set is comprised of MEM05016C Perform advanced welding using manual metal arc welding process, and covers theory and workshop practice. It will be delivered one evening a week for 10 weeks, on a Thursday from 5:30 - 9:00pm.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD89
    Industry Business and Finance

    Applied Data Analysis Skill Set

    Data, some say it is the new oil

    This course shows you the basics of how to mine it. You will learn how to collate, analyse, and report structured data; and get an introduction to unstructured analysis and Big Data.

    Do you have the skills and confidence to unlock the power of Big Data?

    The more data you have, the better business decisions you can make. This course shows you the basics of how to mine it. You will learn how to collate, analyse, and report structured data; and get an introduction to unstructured analysis and Big Data.

    We’ll show you how to start from the basics, such as Microsoft Excel, working your way up to industry-standard tools to collate, analyse, and visualise data such as Power Bi.

    This skill set is a great first step, or suited to people who work within in a broad range of industries who are responsible for processing data sets for a business, including data mining and machine learning activities with big data within medium to large organisations.

    Please note there is high demand for this course.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB52
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    Apply Basic Computer Skills to Language Learning Skill Set

    Basic computing skills for non English speaking students

    This course is for anyone who would like to learn the basics of using a personal computer where English is an additional language.

    Basic computing skills for non English speaking students

    This course is for anyone who would like to learn the basics of using a personal computer where English is an additional language. The class is taught by a specialist English teacher in a computer laboratory.

    You will learn how to:

    • log on and off a computer
    • use a keyboard
    • touch type
    • use a mouse
    • open and save a document
    • open and use a language learning program
    Skill set
    State ID: EAD50
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    Basic Key Skills Builder and English Testing Support Skill Set

    Learn and practice the required skills before sitting for the BKSB test

    This Skill Set provides you with the opportunity to develop your skills and prepare for the BKSB (Basic Key Skills Builder) assessment.

    Get the help you need to achieve your goals before sitting the BKSB test

    BKSB® (Basic Key Skills Builder) is a Commonwealth approved online assessment tool that provides an overview of your learning strengths and determines your English and mathematics levels. 

    This assessment tool is used for entrance into competitive courses like North Metropolitan TAFE's Diploma of Nursing and Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and Practice. To gain entry into the Diploma of Nursing or the Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology, you will need to achieve Exit level 3 (working at level 4) scores or higher. It is also used to determine suitability for a VET Student Loan to assist with paying for study in Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses.

    Our Basic Key Skills Builder and English Testing Support Skill Set provides you with the opportunity to develop your skills and prepare for the BKSB assessment. You'll be able to learn and practice the required skills before sitting for the test. 

    You can start classes at any time during the year, participate for as many weeks as you need and you can attend one, or both of the available classes depending on your needs.

    English Language Testing Support

    The English Language Testing support class provides support and exercises to develop the four testing areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. This class is suitable for all students seeking to improve their English skills and will support you in your preparation for one of the approved English language tests, in addition to preparing for the English component of the BKSB.

    For entry into the Diploma of Nursing, English proficiency testing e.g. IELTS is required for all students that did not complete their secondary studies in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Northern Ireland, UK, USA or Canada.

    BKSB Testing Support

    The BKSB Testing Support class will give you access to Maths and English practice tests, quizzes, learner guides and other resources. This class will support you to effectively prepare for the maths component of BKSB testing.

    This skill set will provide:

    • weekly online classes to practice, participate in tutorials and ask questions
    • access to maths and English practice tests
    • access to learner guides and other resources
    • access to online systems to extend practice
    Skill set
    State ID: EAD17
    Industry Science and the Environment

    Basic Nursery Skill Set

    Learn aspects of working in a nursery and plant propagation

    This skill set leads to entry level employment in the horticulture industry and covers basic nursery preparation skills for plant propagation and care for nursery plants.

    Learn aspects of working in a nursery and plant propagation

    This skill set will give you the skills and knowledge for entry level employment in a nursery centre and covers basic nursery preparation skills for plant propagation and care for nursery plants. It is suitable for anyone wishing to work in Horticulture industry.    

    Successful completion of this skill set will give you credit towards Certificate II in Horticulture, Certificate III in Horticulture or Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD95
    Industry Science and the Environment

    Biosecurity & Green Card Compliance Skill Set

    Enhance your expertise and biosecurity knowledge

    Biosecurity helps to protect plants, crops, and native species from pests and diseases, and on successful completion this skill set you will improve your employability for this sector of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

    Improve your biosecurity knowledge

    Our new specialised Biosecurity & Green Card Compliance Skill Set will enhance your expertise and help improve your employability within the conservation sector.

    Biosecurity training is essential in the horticulture and conservation industry as it helps to protect plants, crops, and native species from pests and diseases. Without strong biosecurity measures in place, these industries can suffer significant losses in both production and profits.

    Many organisations and businesses are developing biosecurity programs and protocols to reduce the risk of pests and diseases, as well as to ensure compliance with current regulations and standards. On successful completion you will have the skills required to work in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry and the units completed will provide credit towards Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE378
    Industry Business and Finance
    Free in 2023
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    Business Ready Skill Set

    Almost every business has an office — and there's no shortage of job opportunities here

    This skill set will give you the skills and knowledge required to deliver all aspects of customer service including how to create a relationship with customers, identify their needs, deliver services or products and process customer feedback.

    Almost every business has an office — and there's no shortage of job opportunities here

    From administration work through to customer service, using business technology, dealing with accounts and finances through to digital marketing — you just need to be skills ready.

    The Business Ready Skill Set will give you basic skills and knowledge required to deliver aspects of customer service including how to create a relationship with customers, identify their needs, deliver services or products and process customer feedback. You'll also learn how to use business technology and produce business documents, follow work health and safety (WHS) and emergency procedures and instructions, and use computer software and organise electronic information and data.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE218
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    COVID-19 Collection Skill Set

    Demand for workers in the Pathology industry is high - get the skills you need to start your career.

    You'll undertake three units of competency to gain entry level skills to work safely in the pathology industry.

    The COVID-19 Collection skill set will give you the skills and knowledge required to collect, prepare and dispatch a pathology specimen for Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing — a technique used to copy small segments of DNA and to diagnose infections such as COVID-19.

    This training will get you job ready for working in hospitals or outpatient clinics, GP clinics and specialist rooms, home collection services and other public and private healthcare settings equip you with the skills and knowledge to. It includes learning to work in compliance with infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

    The skills you gain are highly transferrable, with PCR used in a number of laboratory and clinical techniques including DNA fingerprinting, detection of bacteria, and diagnosis of genetic disorders. Your skills can also be used for the collection of pathology specimens in anthropological and forensic examination, which could be a pathway into a range of interesting work areas including forensic and criminal sciences.

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE161
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness
    Free*
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    COVID-19 Direct Care Skill Set (Fee Free)

    This skill set is free for everyone

    This skill set was developed in consultation with WA employers in the aged care and disability services sectors and the Community Services, Health and Education Training Council to get you job ready for entry-level employment.

    This COVID-19 Direct Care skill set was developed in consultation with WA employers in the aged care and disability services sectors and the Community Services, Health and Education Training Council. It contains three units of competency chosen to get you job ready for entry-level employment.

    • HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 
    • HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely 
    • CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs 
    Skill set
    State ID: EAD44
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Casting and Moulding Skill Set

    Gain industry skills to create props and prosthetics for alll areas of theatre and screen.

    This course will give you skills and knowledge to work in a range of roles across a variety of environments and settings.

    Get hands on with props and prosthetics

    Casting and moulding is a specialised skill that reaches into all areas of Screen and Media, Special Effects, Prosthetics and Prop making.
    This skill set delivers a comprehensive unit that provides the skills and knowledge required to construct props for theatre and screen productions using different casting and moulding techniques. It is an accredited unit that combines hands on practical activities using a combination of materials to create props that suit specific productions.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC91
    Industry Creative Industries

    Ceramics - Glazing Skill Set

    Cover glazing techniques

    Ceramacist, potter, teacher, technician, this glazing skill set will enhance your techniques.

    Find your ceramic surface paradise

    Whether you are a ceramicist or potter looking to explore and experiment in this art form, or an art teacher/technician wanting to complete some professional development in a ceramics studio environment, this skill set will extend the scope of your current techniques and help you ensure safe creative practice for yourself and those around you.

    This skill set explores the basic science and technology of clays and glazes by employing practical empirical methods in laboratory and studio settings.

    We'll cover various techniques that can be employed to systematically develop new glazes through formulation and testing. Also covered are techniques used for the application of glazes onto ware and methods for diagnosing glaze faults and problems.

    North Metropolitan TAFE is the only Registered Training Organisation offering nationally recognised training in ceramics in WA.
    Situated in Northbridge, we have comprehensive purpose-built facilities that provide you with dedicated ceramics studios and workshops.

    Our Ceramics skill sets will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC90
    Industry Creative Industries

    Ceramics - Kiln Skill Set

    Learn the art of turning clay into ceramic.

    Extend your ceramics knowledge and skills with our three specialist ceramics skill sets.

    Learn the art of turning clay into ceramic

    Whether you are a ceramicist or potter looking to explore and experiment in this art form, or an art teacher/technician wanting to complete some professional development in a ceramics studio environment, this skill set will extend the scope of your current practice and open new possibilities.
    This is a skill set designed for people already working in a situation where safe firing practice with a high success rate is essential. It is also a skill set designed for emerging ceramic artists and potters contemplating building or purchasing a kiln and needing to get the best possible results. 

    North Metropolitan TAFE is the only Registered Training Organisation offering nationally recognised training in ceramics in WA.
    Situated in Northbridge, we have comprehensive purpose-built facilities with a wide range of kiln types.

    You'll be provided with detailed instruction on the characteristics of various kiln types, firing cycles, pyrometry, kiln refractories and instruction in firing both gas and electric kilns. The skill set also addresses the specific hazards relating to firing, the regulatory framework within which kilns are used and installed and safe firing practice. 

    Our Ceramics skill sets will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC89
    Industry Creative Industries

    Ceramics - Refine Ceramics Skill Set

    Develop the range and breadth of your ceramics techniques and treatments

    You'll have the opportunity to refine throwing, moulding and casting techniques and be introduced to making large ceramic art works.

    Develop the range and breadth of your ceramics techniques and treatments

    Whether you are a ceramicist or potter looking to explore and experiment in this art form, or an art teacher/technician wanting to complete some professional development in a ceramics studio environment, this skill set will extend the scope of your current practice. A skill set for throwers, it focuses on designing and making a range of forms with special attention being paid to developing and expanding your techniques and skills on the potter's wheel. 

    North Metropolitan TAFE is the only learning institution with formal qualifications in ceramics in WA.
    Situated in Northbridge, we have comprehensive purpose-built facilities with dedicated Ceramics studios and workshops.

    This skill set will take your ceramics to the next level with detailed instruction on the design and methods for making creative adaptations of the array of traditional functional forms, both large and small. The skill set encompasses a range of creative opportunities for new forms and methods. 

    Our Ceramics skill sets will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD43
    Industry Building and Construction

    Class G Gas Fitting Permit (Unsupervised) Skill Set

    LEnhance your scope of employment in the plumbing and gas industries

    Two weeks of full-time study and 250 hours recorded gasfitting will provide you with the necessary requirements to work unsupervised insatlling, testing and commissioning Type A gas appliances for both Natural and LPG gas.

    Complete the requirements to be able to sign off on gas installations.

    This course covers the design and size customer gas installations for domestic and commercial proprieties, caravan and marine craft installations for both Natural and LPG gas.
    It is a theoretical based qualification only but you must have recorded 250 hours of gasfitting work which was completed under the supervision of a person holding a full Class G Gasfitting Permit.

    Completion of this course and the 250 hours of recorded gasfitting (completed in the workplace) will allow you to apply to DMIRS (Energy Safety) for your Class G Gasfitting Permit which will then allow you to 'sign off' gas installations using the DMIRS - 'Notice of Completion'.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE731
    Industry Information Technology, Library and Digital

    Cloud Architecture for Intermediate Roles Skill Set

    Gain the expertise to manage cloud infrastructure

    This skill set will empower you with the expertise needed to create, deploy, and maintain highly available and scalable cloud infrastructure, ensuring business continuity in the face of unexpected events. 
     
    You’ll gain a solid understanding of cloud disaster recovery planning, high availability principles, techniques for scaling cloud infrastructure to accommodate web traffic fluctuations, and strategies for optimizing cloud-based infrastructure performance, security, and cost efficiency. On successful completion you’ll have the skills necessary to develop robust disaster recovery plans, design fault-tolerant cloud systems, and fine-tune infrastructure to address evolving business demands.
     
    This course is suitable for Networking professionals and anyone currently studying networking.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB16
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing Skill Set

    Get the recognition you need to apply your skills across Australia by completing this nationally recognised skill set.

    Gain further skills to broaden your employment scope in the field of pathology collection

    If you are currently employed as a pathology worker in a collection centre, hospital or other health care environment where drugs of abuse testing takes place, successful completion of this skill set will give you the unit of competency, HLTPAT005 Collect specimens of drug of abuse testing.
    This unit is required to conduct National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accredited drug testing.

    This skill set will only run with sufficient enrolments.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE380
    Industry Hospitality, Tourism and Events
    Free in 2023
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    Commercial Kitchen Skill Set

    How would you like to be part of a team producing beautiful food in one of WA's restaurants, cafes, bars, resorts or hotels?

    This skill set covers how to follow organisational infection prevention and control procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks to ensure you're working safely.

    How would you like to be part of a team producing beautiful food in one of WA's restaurants, cafes, bars, resorts or hotels?

    This skill set covers all the 'must know' skills that employers are looking for, so you'll be skills ready and job ready. It covers how to follow organisational infection prevention and control procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to infection risks to ensure you're working safely.

    In the Commercial Kitchen skill set, you'll learn about the safe use of commercial kitchen equipment, how to  clean food preparation areas, storage areas, and equipment efficiently and minimising negative environmental impacts, preventing food contamination including how to identify and control food hazards, and gain general kitchen and food preparation skills.

    Jobs that could lead from this skill set includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, and bar and food and beverage servers and attendants.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD35
    Industry Education and Community Services

    Community Development Essentials Skill Set

    Gain the skills to design, deliver and evaluate a community development program

    This course touched on how sociological theory and contemporary community development approaches can be harnessed to build community capacity for strong social outcomes. Participants are encouraged to reflect on own practice and invites them to stretch their capabilities through the introduction of best practice approaches from around the world

    Enhance your skills to be able to design, deliver and evaluate a community development program

    You'll gain the foundation theories and practices to develop, deliver and evaluate community development programs and projects.

    This online skill set touches on how sociological theory and contemporary community development approaches can be harnessed to build community capacity for strong social outcomes. Strongly influenced by current industry practice, this skill set encourages participants to reflect on own practice and invites them to stretch their capabilities through the introduction of best practice approaches from around the world.

    This online course has been developed by those in industry, for industry. The course structure and content has been designed to suit those working full-time or part-time in a community development role or in a role that collaborates with community on social change projects.

    Participants may work across a range of social, environmental, health, recreation, arts and culture sectors; within or for government, not-for-profit or private organisations.

    Successfully completing this skill set gives you the opportunity to further your studies by enrolling in the Certificate IV in Community Development or the Diploma of Community Development, you can discuss this with your lecturers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC07
    Industry Education and Community Services

    Community Services Crisis Support Skill Set

    Gain the skills and training to respond to the immediate needs of clients in crisis

    This skills set will give you the skills and training to respond to the immediate needs of clients in crisis.

    Gain the skills and training to respond to the immediate needs of clients in crisis

    This skill set will prepare you to respond to crises in any community services setting and is suitable for anyone working in the community through paid employment or volunteering. You will learn in a safe environment through scenario-based simulations that uses actors to replicate critical situations.

    Successful completion of this course may open up opportunities to work directly with clients or help with career progression. It will give you two units towards a variety of Community Services qualifications.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC74
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    Computers for Work Skill Set

    Get ready for your next course, work next year or improve your computing skills

    You will gain the information and skills you need to explore your future options.

    Get ready for your next course or for work

    Do you want to be ready for your next course or for work next year? Or maybe you need to improve your computing skills? If so this 18 week course will help you on your way.

    The Computers for Work skill set will provide you with the basic skills so that you are job ready. You will gain the information and skills you need to explore your future options.

    There are no pre-requisites needed for this course, anyone is welcome. You could also earn credits for ICT10115 Certificate I in Information, Digital Media and Technology.

    Please note classes will only run with sufficient numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB96
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Concrete Design and Drafting Skill Set (Civil and Structural)

    Gain, upskill or consolidate skills in Concrete Design and Drafting

    Upskill, or improve and consolidate CAD skills learned during your studies.

    Gain, upskill or consolidate skills in Concrete Design and Drafting 

    The training provided in this skill set will help you upskill, or improve and consolidate CAD skills learned during your university course, or gain new skills needed for redeployment within your organisation.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD22
    Industry Building and Construction

    Construction Induction White Card Skill Set

    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.

    Gain the certification to safely work in the building and construction industry

    The Construction Induction White Card is a compulsory requirement for everyone wanting to work in the building and construction industry, including those who want to do work experience.

    In this skill set you'll cover Occupational Health and Safety requirements. You'll learn to spot and identify potential hazards, safety regulations and how to select correct personal protective equipment (PPE), plus much more.

    Upon successful completion of the unit of competency, CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, you will be issued with a White Card.

    Skill set
    National ID: BSBSS00095
    State ID: AE188
    Industry Business and Finance
    Free in 2023
    Infection control
    Online
    Skill sets

    Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set

    Help reduce the risk of transmission of infection in the workplace

    Designed to equip workers with the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk and transmission of infection.

    Help reduce the risk of transmission of infection in the workplace

    This skill set is designed to equip workers from all industries with the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk and transmission of infection while carrying out routine work activities.

    This training is suited to a wide range of workplaces including small, medium and large organisations; business environments; and where workers use shared facilities and interact with clients.

    This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe to help you gain the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk and transmission of infection while carrying out routine work activities.

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    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD16
    Industry Information Technology, Library and Digital

    Cyber Security - Python Application Scripting for Beginners Skill Set

    Learn to use Python for creating programs and automating processes

    In this skill set you will gain skills in using Python scripting language to construct software solutions and learn simple programming techniques used in cyber security.

    Learn to use Python for creating programs and automating processes

    This course is for anyone who is newly unemployed or looking at exploring a career in cyber security; or IT employees in the networking field who want to upskill or start their journey in cyber security scripting language.

    You'll gain skills in using a scripting language to construct software solutions and learn simple programming techniques used in cyber security.

    If you would like to continue the Cyber Security pathway, successful completion of this skill set awards you with two units, which can be credited toward the Certificate IV in Cyber Security.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE271
    Industry Building and Construction

    Data Communications - Install and Modify Performance Data Communication Structured Cabling Skill Set

    Technical training to help you become a registered open cabler

    This skill set will help you meet the training requirements to become a registered open cabler as required to work with Extra-Low Voltage by the Australian and Communication Media Authority (ACMA).

    Technical training to help you become a registered open cabler

    This skill set will help you meet the training requirements to become a registered open cabler as required to work with Extra-Low Voltage by the Australian and Communication Media Authority (ACMA).

    For more information on requirements to become a registered open cabler visit the ACMA website.

    Skill set
    National ID: CHCSS00095
    State ID: AD313
    Industry Education and Community Services

    Dementia Support - Service Delivery Skill Set

    Support people with dementia

    If you are working in the aged and/or community care environment this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and provide a mentoring/leadership role in dementia care and management in your organisation.

    Support people with dementia

    This skill set is most suited to those who are wanting to build on their knowledge and skills to support clients with dementia.  If you are working in the aged and/or community care environment this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and provide a mentoring/leadership role in dementia care and management in your organisation.

    North Metro TAFE has strong industry relationships and a great team of current and engaging lecturers to support you through your learning journey.

    Delivery is a mix of online and on campus practical laboratory and simulated assessment sessions. Online learning will be supported by collaboration sessions and you will be required to attend our Mt Lawley campus on three days.

    Successful completion of this skill set will provide you with credit towards CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support.

     

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB65
    Industry Creative Industries

    Digital Distribution for the Music Industry Skill Set

    Gain the skills to market and distribute your music to a wider audience

    Whether you are a graduate of North Metropolitan TAFE's Diploma of Music Industry (Music Business), a music manager, a self managed artist or a hobby musician, this skill set will help you access a wider audience for your music.

    Gain the skills to market and distribute your music to a wider audience

    Whether you are a graduate of North Metropolitan TAFE's Diploma of Music Industry (Music Business), a music manager, a self managed artist or a hobby musician, this skill set will help you access a wider audience for your music. Knowledge and skills gained will contextualise the distribution aspect of the music industry with a broader market building framework.

    This course is suited to students who have relevant skills and knowledge developed by completing CUA50815 Diploma of Music Industry (Music Business) and for those who have industry experience but need to develop their technical skills.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD12
    Industry Creative Industries

    Drone Photography and Video Skill Set

    Gain the skills and confidence to take your photography to new heights

    Gain an introduction to the fundamentals of all thing drones, photography and video using some of the latest technology and facilities.

    Gain the skills and confidence to take your photography to new heights

    Have you recently bought a drone and now want to learn how to capture better photographs and video from a unique birdseye view of the world? Then join the photography team at North Metropolitan TAFE's leading photography training facility. 

    You will be introduced to the fundamentals of drones, photography and video using some of the latest technologies and facilities. Practice your camera and video flying skills in one of Perth's only indoor training facilities before venturing to more scenic locations. You will also be introduced to the post-production skills required to enhance your photography and video.

    Drones are supplied or you can bring your own drone to fine tune and practice on.

    The course is delivered over six weeks and includes the following topics: 

    • Drone laws and Safety 
    • Drone types and technology 
    • Creative and compositional skills 
    • Locations and Lighting 
    • Photography and Video fundamentals including
          Exposure 
          Histograms
          Frame rates
         Shutter speed
         Resolution 
    • Cinematic and video flying techniques
    • Adjusting your drone and camera for the best results
    • Introduction image post-production using Adobe Lightroom and Camera Raw
    • Introduction video post-production – edit, adjust, and export. 

    Please note Saturday or Sunday morning attendance will be required for the course's on-location flying component.
    Days and times may change and are dependent on weather conditions.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC86
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    English for Migrant Professionals - Use Language Analysis Skills to Review Own Texts Skill Set

    A specialist skill sets for migrant professionals

    This skill set focuses on developing your English language analysis skills to be able to review and refine written and spoken material in a further study context.

    North Metropolitan TAFE is running specialist skill sets for migrant professionals who wish to improve their English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
    If English is not your first language, and you are a migrant professional looking to improve your skills or develop greater confidence in workplace English, our skill sets will help you achieve your goal.

    This skill set will focus on developing your English language analysis skills to be able to review and refine written and spoken material in a further study context. It will involve a review of grammar from phoneme to sentence level in both writing and speaking.

    Please note classes will only run with sufficient numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD00
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Enrolled Nursing Advanced Contemporary Practice Skill Set

    Gain contemporary skills in specialist areas of nursing

    This skill set covers two critical nursing areas - administering and monitoring medicines and intravenous therapy and, implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

    Gain contemporary skills in specialist areas of nursing

    This skill set covers two critical nursing areas and on competition will help to to progress your career. You'll gain skills in best practice in administering and monitoring medicines and intravenous therapy, including all aspects of medication administration and a variety of methods. You'll also gain skills to implement and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

    Successful completion of HLTENN040 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy, meets the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Australia education requirements for Enrolled Nurse medication and IV competency.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC99
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Enrolled Nursing Advanced Practice Skill Set

    Advance your nursing career to the next level

    Build on your advanced clinical assessment and reporting on current trends skills, and improve the quality and advancement of nursing practice whilst remaining in the workplace.

    Advance your nursing career to the next level

    This specialist skill set will allow practising Enrolled Nurses to build on their skills whilst remaining in the workplace.

    You'll learn advanced clinical assessment skills and the ability to report on current trends and practice in nursing. Combined with learning to improve the quality and advancement of nursing practice, this skill set will make you an asset to any nursing team.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD02
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Enrolled Nursing Advanced Speciality Practice: Aged Care Skill Set

    Gain the skills to specialise in aged care nursing

    This exceptional skill set provides specialised training in aged care nursing, including supporting people living with dementia or people with disability.

    Gain the skills to specialise in aged care nursing

    This exceptional skill set provides specialised training in aged care nursing, including supporting people living with dementia or people with disability. This course will improve your career progression as qualified nurses with aged care skills are currently in huge demand and highly sought after.

    You'll gain the skills to apply your nursing practice in a contemporary setting.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD03
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Enrolled Nursing Advanced Speciality Practice: Mental Health Skill Set

    Specialise in mental health nursing and advance your career

    gain a suite of skills to deal with issues experienced by individuals and their families going through a crisis, either mentally and/or alcohol and drug related.

    Specialise in mental health nursing and advance your career

    You will learn to apply nursing practice in the contemporary mental health care setting with this skill set.

    You'll gain a suite of skills to deal with issues experienced by individuals and their families going through a crisis, either mentally and/or alcohol and drug related. You will also learn to assist with the recovery process for the individual and the family.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD72
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Enrolled Nursing Intravenous Skill Set

    Further your career as an Enrolled Nurse with this nationally accredited skill set

    Gain the skills required to administer medicines and intravenous therapy. Any registered enrolled nurse may enrol and there are no prerequisites.

    Gain more skills to further your career as an Enrolled Nurse with this specialist skill set

    If you are an Enrolled Nurse who is currently working in a health care environment, you can gain the skills required to administer medicines and intravenous therapy by completing the nationally accredited unit, HLTENN040 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy.

    You will cover all aspects of medication administration including a variety of methods; oral, otic, ocular, topical, rectal, vaginal, enteral, subcutaneous (subcut), intramuscular (IM), intravenous (IV) injection and infusion via a PIVC and blood and blood products, amongst others.

    The unit consists of online theory delivered in conjunction with your workplace experience and you can study in your own time.

    Any registered enrolled nurse who is currently practising may enrol in this skill set - there are no prerequisites. You will be taught by skilled lectures who are available to support you through your online learning.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD71
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Enrolled Nursing Maternity Skill Set

    Specialise in the maternity and infant care areas of nursing and advance your career

    This course will give you the skills to care for the mother and infant and apply nursing practice in a primary health care setting.

    Specialise in the maternity and infant care areas of nursing and advance your career

    This course will give you the skills to care for the mother and infant and apply nursing practice in a variety of settings.

    Completion of the skill set will assist you to practice nursing in a maternity ward and further your career progression in the industry.

    Skill set
    National ID: CHCSS00114
    State ID: AE116
    Industry Education and Community Services
    Free in 2023
    Infection control
    Skill sets

    Entry into Care Roles Skill Set

    This skill set is free for everyone

    This skill set will give you the skills and knowledge required to provide entry level support and basic client care for a range of roles and purposes within the aged care and disability support sectors.

    The CHCSS00114 Entry Into Care Roles skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to provide entry level support and basic client care for a range of roles and purposes within the aged care and disability support sectors.

    The skill set is comprised of the following units.

    • HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
    • CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
    • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

    These units can then be used as credit towards a number of Certificate III courses and is an ideal starting point for anyone considering gaining a qualification in Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability or as a Health Service Assistant.

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD48
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness

    Eyelash Extensions Skill Set

    Help your clients achieve thicker, lush lashes

    This accredited unit will give you the skills to consult with clients, and select suitable product and equipment to apply, in-fill and remove damaged eyelash extensions.

    Want to help people have lashes worth fluttering?

    Help your clients achieve added length and thickness of their natural lashes after completing this accredited skill set.

    You'll learn the skills you need to consult with clients, select suitable product and equipment to apply, in-fill and remove damaged eyelash extensions with this specialised skill set. Help your clients achieve thicker, lush lashes.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC82
    Industry Creative Industries

    Fashion Graduate Extension Skill Set

    Get ahead in your fashion career with this extension skill set

    Get ahead in your fashion career with this extension skill set

    If you are a graduate of North Metropolitan TAFE's Fashion and Textile Design course and  would like to establish yourself in the fashion industry, this fashion masterclass will help you on your way.

    It is designed to extend and enhance current skills and knowledge; particularly in the areas of ready to wear garment and textile design, as well as broaden effective collaboration and communication skills. You'll gain skills to evaluate your own professional development in a specialised context.

    You'll have access to current industry standard equipment for your work and will have opportunities for collaboration with others in order to achieve your goals.
    Come along to be supported by lecturer knowledge as well as gain an industry appropriate skill mix to help secure employment.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD10
    Industry Creative Industries

    Fashion Graduate Skill Set 2

    Bridge the gap between education and the fashion industry

    This skill set provides support and mentoring to fashion graduates. You will have the opportunity to undertake a specialised, self directed creative project with the guidance of an experienced fashion and textile design lecturer.

    Bridge the gap between education and the fashion industry

    This course is designed to bridge the gap between education and industry, providing support and mentoring to Fashion graduates.

    You will have the opportunity to undertake a specialised, self directed creative project with the guidance of an experienced fashion and textile design lecturer.

    You'll have access to the world class facilities, including screen printing, access to digital fabric printing, brand new machine knitting equipment and industrial machinery for garment construction.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC42
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    First Steps in Engineering Drafting

    An introduction to a career in engineering or engineering drafting

    This course is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Learn about computer aided design (CAD), technical drawings, free hand sketches, and engineering measurements.

    This skill set is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

    An introduction to a career in engineering drafting

    In this skill set you'll learn about computer aided design (CAD), technical drawings, free hand sketches, and engineering measurements. There will be guest lecturers and you will undertake a practical work placement where you will learn on the job and be able to put the skills and knowledge you have learned into practice.

    After successfully completing First Steps in Engineering Drafting you can continue your studies, as the units will provide credit towards MEM30505 Certificate III in Engineering - Technical.

    Selected students will be given the opportunity of paid work experience at renowned Civil and Structural Design Engineering firm, BG&E’S Perth office where they will be able to put new skills and knowledge into practice. See BG&E flyer (1 MB) (PDF document).

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    This skill set will be FREE for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are successful in gaining a place.

    Register your interest via email

    Skill set
    National ID: CHCSS00094
    State ID: AD170
    Industry Education and Community Services

    High Support and Complex Care - Disability Skill Set

    Provide high level care and support in an disability care setting

    This skill set is suited for those working with clients with high support and complex care needs. You'll gain a range of strategies and skills to support and care for clients.

    Provide high level care and support in an disability care setting

    This skill set is suited for those working with clients with high support and complex care needs.  You'll gain a range of strategies and skills to support and care for clients. 
    You'll also be equipped with additional skills to help you assess and identify the care needs of residents.  Understanding the importance of risk factors and potential impact on a resident is a key component to the skill set, along with strategies to minimize and monitor interventions.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD49
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Industrial Robotics and IoT Coding Skill Set

    From the Internet of Things (IoT) to using a robotic arm, learn the basics of robotics control systems and

    Gain the skills to configure and use a basic robotic system

    Gain the skills to configure and use a basic robotic system

    You'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to configure and program a basic robotic system, including typical tasks for robotics system operation like pick and place, motion range and object recognition. You'll also explore the applications and operation of the Internet of Things (IoT) including Bluetooth, Wireless and saving and retrieving data from a cloud based website.

    Your knowledge of code development will cover testing code and producing code to control DC motors, Servo motors and Stepper motors for robotics systems using the Arduino platform. Use and test the Universal Robots UR5e robot arm, a smaller version of the widely used industry standard UR16e.

    You'll be guided through building and programming a small 6 axis robot arm using Python language.

    Skill set
    National ID: HLTSS00066
    State ID: AE115
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness
    Free in 2023
    Infection control
    Skill sets

    Infection control Skill Set (Food Handling)

    Protect yourself and others in the hospitality sector from infectious diseases

    Gain an understanding of how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection. This skill set is most suited for those that are working in the hospitality sector.

    Protect yourself and others in the hospitality sector from infectious diseases

    The pandemic has highlighted the importance of building the capacity and understanding of the workforce to practice safe infection control procedures. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to assist in protecting yourself and others in the community from infectious diseases. 

    You will understand how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection.  It is most suited for those that are working in the hospitality sector.

    This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe. You will receive a short inducton and ongoing support from your lecturer. Once you have completed the online study component you will be required to book into a four hour practical lab session at our Mount Lawley campus where you will practice skills and undertake a workplace assessment.

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    National ID: HLTSS00065
    State ID: AE114
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness
    Free in 2023
    Infection control
    Online
    Skill sets

    Infection control Skill Set (Retail)

    Protect yourself and others in the retail sector from infectious diseases

    Gain an understanding of how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection. This skill set is most suited for those that are working in the retail sector.

    Protect yourself and others in the retail sector from infectious diseases

    The pandemic has highlighted the importance of building the capacity and understanding of the workforce to practice safe infection control procedures. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to assist in protecting yourself and others in the community from infectious diseases. 

    You will understand how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection.  It is most suited for those that are working in the retail sector.

    This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe. You will receive a short induction and ongoing support from your lecturer. Once you have completed the online study component you will be required to book into a four hour practical lab session at our Mount Lawley campus where you will practice skills and undertake a workplace assessment.

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    National ID: HLTSS00067
    State ID: AE113
    Industry Logistics
    Free in 2023
    Infection control
    Skill sets

    Infection control Skill Set (Transport and Logistics)

    Protect yourself and others in the transport and logistics sector from infectious diseases

    Gain an understanding of how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection. This skill set is most suited for those that are working in the transport and logistics sector.

    Protect yourself and others in the transport and logistics sector from infectious diseases

    The pandemic has highlighted the importance of building the capacity and understanding of the workforce to practice safe infection control procedures. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge to assist in protecting yourself and others in the community from infectious diseases. 

    You will understand how infections are spread, ways of preventing the spread of infection and how to protect yourself and others from infection.  It is most suited for those that are working in the transport and logistics sector.

    This online course allows you to undertake studies within your own timeframe. You will receive a short induction and ongoing support from your lecturer. Once you have completed the online study component you will be required to book into a four hour practical lab session at our Mount Lawley campus where you will practice skills and undertake a workplace assessment.

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE388
    Industry Building and Construction
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Infrastructure Ready Skill Set

    Build your future with skills in infrastructure

    Gain the skills to prepare for a career in infrastructure projects, and pick up your White Card along the way!

    Build your future with skills in infrastructure

    Gain the skills to prepare for a career in infrastructure projects, and pick up your White Card along the way!

    You will learn the knowledge and skills to work safely in the civil construction industry, communicate effectively on work sites and plan work in relation to infrastructure activities.

    This introduction is suitable for students who wish to enter the industry with no or limited experience.

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD65
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Install, Commission and Service Type B Gas Appliances Skill Set

    Be eligible for a Class I Permit or high level Authorisation from Energy Safety WA

    Successful completion of this skill set will equip you with the skills and knowledge to service, maintain, rectify faults, recommission, install and commission Type B gas appliances.

    Be eligible for a Class I Permit or high level Authorisation from Energy Safety WA

    If you have:

    • a current authorisation, or
    • completed the Supervised Gasfitter and Authorisation Courses within the last 2 years, or
    • trade or engineering qualification, or
    • an Electrical Workers License or Restricted Electrical License to disconnect and reconnect electrical appliances/apparatus

    then you can enrol in this course to enhance your existing skills.

    Our class I Permit gas course is the third course required to complete the requirements of the national Unit of Competency CPCPGS4023 Install, commission and service Type B gas appliances. You will cover design specifications for Type B gas appliances; technical submission, approval and planning a Type B gas installation; installation requirements for Type B appliances to meet the regulator and Australian standard requirements; and the commissioning procedure and commissioning of a PLC controlled burner.

    Successful completion of the unit, CPCPGS4023 Install, commission and service Type B appliances, will equip you to service, maintain, rectify faults, recommission, install and commission Type B gas appliances.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE439
    Industry Education and Community Services
    Free in 2023

    Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set

    Provide support services to people with mental health issues

    Gain the skills to assist and support clients who are experiencing mental health concerns, and respond to the increasing need for mental health awareness.

    This skill set is free for everyone*

    The Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set will give you the skills to assist and support clients who are experiencing mental health concerns, and respond to the increasing need for mental health awareness.
    This training is ideal for people currently working withor experienced in — a person-centred care model within the community services, healthcare or people services sectors who would like to integrate mental health support skills and knowledge into their work practice; or considering a move into a mental health specialisation role.

    You'll gain skills in providing support services to people with mental health issues, including those at risk of suicide or with alcohol and other drug issues; recognising and responding to crisis situations; managing personal stress in the workplace; and working with diverse people.

    *Please note, it is highly recommended that you should be working in or have experience in the field.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB44
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    Interpreting Skills for NAATI Certification Skill Set

    Are you, or will you be, in an interpreting or language-related role in the workplace or community?

    This skill set will prepare you by providing guidance in interpreting techniques and help you meet two of the training prerequisite requirements of the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) Certified Provisional Interpreter test.

    Interpreting is a skill that can be used to help people across many community and service industries

    Are you, or will you be, in an interpreting or language-related role in the workplace or community? If so then this course will help you meet two of the training prerequisite requirements of the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) Certified Provisional Interpreter Test. You will be given guidance in interpreting techniques.

    We are currently offering the skill set in:

    • Language Other Than English (LOTE) - English
    • Auslan - English

    Please note, you must meet English proficiency requirements to enrol, refer to the requirements below for further information.

    Units:

    • PSPTIS001 Apply codes and standards to ethical practice
    • PSPTIS002 Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments
    • PSPTIS003 Prepare to translate and interpret
    • PSPTIS042 Manage discourses in general settings
    Skill set
    State ID: EAD93
    Industry Creative Industries

    Introduction to Ceramics Skill Set

    Learn the art of the art of hand building and wheel throwing

    Suitable for beginners through to advanced practitioners this course will give you an understanding of how clay performs and plays with different approaches to making and gain an understanding of basic glazing techniques.

    Learn the art of the art of hand building and wheel throwing

    In this skill set you will be introduced to the art of hand building and wheel throwing. You'll gain an understanding of how clay performs and plays with each different approach to making.

    You will bring new 3D forms to life with glaze and explore the chemistry and alchemy that can occur with glaze and heat.

    This course is suitable for beginners through to advanced practitioners, schoolteachers or art technicians.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE766
    Industry Hospitality, Tourism and Events
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Introduction to Commercial Cookery Skill Set

    Want a career that can take you all over the world?

    Turn a passion for food into a career that can take you on a lifelong journey

    Our Future Chef Job Ready Program will help you turn a passion for food into an exciting career in hospitality.

    This Free for eligible students*, four week Future Chef Job Ready Program is designed to get you into the creative food and restaurant industry.
    You'll gain a combination of intensive training and work experience in a real commercial kitchen which may give you a head start into gaining an apprenticeship or other employment opportunities in the hospitality sector.

    The four week program includes a total of five days work placement where you will gain real, hands on industry experience in addition to in class training.

    After completing this Job Ready Program you could:

    • be offered an apprenticeship
    • find employment opportunities in other areas of the hospitality sector
    • embark on further training to enhance your employment prospects.

     

    Skill set
    State ID: AE781
    Industry Information Technology, Library and Digital
    Free in 2023
    Online
    Skill sets

    Introduction to Cyber Security

    Learn how to be cyber-aware

    Gain the skills you need to recognise threats and how to understand the impact of breaches.

    Gain a glimpse into the world of cyber risks and threats and an understanding of how to protect yourself and those around you.

    If you have always wanted a broad, entry level understanding of cyber awareness, this skill set is aimed at providing you with knowledge about cyber risks and threats in the world we live in. You'll gain skills to help you protect yourself and others around you.

    Armed with an understanding of Privacy Laws in relation to Cyber Security, you'll be able to manage your own personal profile and identifiable information more effectively.

    You'll gain an awareness of the potentially catastrophic impact of cyber security breaches through reviewing scenarios that play out all too frequently.

    Within organisations, security threats must be identified and reported to limit exposure and impact. You'll learn how this is achieved via case studies and standard industry practices.

    This skill set will benefit all non-technical employees and managers equipping them to support the business by protecting themselves, equipment, assets and the organisation as a whole. You could also use the skills you gain to begin on a pathway to employment in cyber security. A technical background in IT is not essential.

    Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE456
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Introduction to Direct Support Skill Set

    Ageing and Disability Job Ready Program

    A career in the ageing or disability sector can be very rewarding. This is an exciting opportunity to start a career that makes a difference and supports a person to reach their goals, engage with the community and meet their support needs.

    Ageing and Disability Job Ready Program

    A career in the ageing or disability sector can be very rewarding. You can get started in one of the fastest growing workforces in Western Australia and make a positive difference to the lives of others.

    This is an exciting opportunity to start a career that makes a difference and supports a person to reach their goals, engage with the community and meet their support needs.

    As part of this course you will attend a work placement with an employer where you will gain real, hands on industry experience and secure a ‘foot in the door’.

    By completing the Ageing and Disability Job Ready Program, you may:

    • Be offered a job with your work placement employer
    • Be offered an aged care or disability work traineeship
    • Use your skills to transition into an allied health occupation
    • Gain employer references
    • Be connected with other employment opportunities within these sectors or
    • Complete further studies

    For more information visit jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/pathways or call 08 6551 5049 or email SWAD@dtwd.wa.gov.au

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE881
    Industry Hospitality, Tourism and Events
    Free*

    Introduction to Hospitality Skill Set

    Gain the skills to work in a restaurant, hotel, resort, club, winery, bar, or licensed cafe

    Learn to serve and supply alcohol (RSA) and hygienic practices for food safety.

    Our hospitality industry is busy, and the jobs are out there.

    If you're keen to work in a restaurant, hotel, resort, club, winery, bar, or licensed cafe the Introduction to Hospitality Skill Set is for you.

    You will gain the skills required to serve and supply alcohol (RSA), a requirement under the state licensing laws for all employees such as food and beverage attendants, winery cellar door staff, delivery service staff or anyone working in a liquor outlet. 

    Use hygienic practices for food safety is an important skill, essential for those working with and handling food. You will be provided with the knowledge to manage personal hygiene, prevent food contamination and identify and control, food hazards within a kitchen or small food premises.

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD92
    Industry Creative Industries

    Introduction to Sculpture Skill Set

    Bring  life your sculptural designs

    Learn to play with humble materials such as cardboard and investigate a series of joining techniques to create a 3D object and learn to safely use wood and metal work machinery and tools.

    Bring  life your sculptural designs

    In this skill set you will learn to play with materials to bring to life to your own sculptural designs. You'll start with humble materials such as cardboard and investigate a series of joining techniques to create a 3D object beyond the reliance on hot glue.

    You will complete a WHS unit to induct you into the sculpture workshop at NMT- creating a safe awareness of wood and metal work machinery and tools.

    This course is suitable for beginners through to advanced practitioners, schoolteachers or art technicians.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE377
    Industry Business and Finance
    Free*
    Skill sets

    Job Ready Basics Skill Set

    A little extra support and a confidence boost to get into a job

    This skill set is perfect if you feel that you need a little extra support and a confidence boost to get into a job. It focuses on health, wellbeing and personal development.

    The Job Ready Basics skill set is perfect if you feel that you need a little extra support and a confidence boost to get into a job.

    It focuses on health, wellbeing and personal development. Follow this up with a visit to your local Jobs and Skills Centre, where you can get free advice and support to with your CV and writing job applications, and you'll be job ready!

    This skill set provides a pathway to further study in the following Lower fees, local skills half-price course fees qualifications.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD34
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    Listening and Speaking for Employment Skill Set

    Improve your English skills for employment

    Develop your speaking and listening skills so you can take part in formal and casual conversations in the workplace

    Improve your English skills for employment

    This skill set is designed to improve your English language skills to effectively participate in a range of straightforward interactions at work. You will develop your speaking and listening skills so you can take part in formal and casual conversations that may involve some specialised or technical language.

    Completion of this skill set and the Reading and Writing for Employment Skill Set will provide you with two units in the Certificate III in EAL (Employment).

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC81
    Industry Creative Industries

    Machine Knitting Techniques Skill Set

    Get knitting!

    Learn about the versatility of a knitting machine and its role in developing bespoke textile applications.

    Discover the features and versatility of a knitting machine

    You'll gain the skills needed to respond to the demand for diverse and bespoke textile applications in the local fashion industry and community of makers.
    Machine knitting is a skill that is widely used in the international fashion industry. You'll be introduced to the functionality and features of knitting machines, learning how to set them up, and how to cast on and off. By the time you finish this course you'll have completed a range of knitted samples using techniques such as Fairisle, tuck and slip stitch, lace holes, ladders, colour changing and fringing.

    This course is open to current Fashion and Textile Design students, fashion school graduates, textile designers and local community members.

    Skill set
    National ID: SIRSS00022
    State ID: AE320
    Industry Business and Finance
    Free*

    Manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customers

    Learn to deal with difficult customers

    This skill set will set you up with additional skills to manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customer behaviour.

    Learn to deal with difficult customers

    If you work in a customer service environment in any industry, this skill set will set you up with additional skills to manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customer behaviour. It particularly applies to retail industry work environments.

    Gain these skills
    • Strategies for dealing with disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customers
    • Techniques for:
      • responding to workplace stressors
      • building resilience
      • monitoring personal health and well-being
    • Identifying workplace stressors
    • Communication strategies and techniques such as negotiation
    • Techniques to respond to physical, mental or emotional impacts of an incident
    Skill set
    State ID: AE617
    Industry Business and Finance
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Operate a Small Business Skill Set

    This skill set is free for everyone

    You'll gain the skills you need to be business or job ready in any field of small business.

    If you're currently operating or thinking about starting up a small business, or would like to get job ready for an administrative support position in a small business operation, this is the skill set for you! 

    The Operate a Small Business Skill Set offers a fantastic range of skills and knowledge to get you job ready. You'll learn how to design and produce business documents and publications, digitally design and develop text-based documents,  develop spreadsheets through the use of both cloud-based and non-cloud based applications, identify financial requirements of a business including profit targets, cash flow projections and strategies to garner financial support, and understand workplace health and safety (WHS) legislation and its application to safe work practices. It even covers how to create and build a social networking presence using social media tools and applications. 

    Register your interest

    Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB51
    Industry Engineering and Mining
    Online

    PID Skill Set

    Instrumentation Technicians work in many sectors including oil and gas, mining, minerals processing and associated industries.

    This PID skill set will equip you with the skills needed for the set up, adjustment and tuning of control loops

    Instrumentation Technicians work in many sectors including oil and gas, mining, minerals processing and associated industries.

    This PID (proportional integral derivative) skill set will equip you with the skills needed for the set up, adjustment and tuning of control loops. While it is highly recommended that you have completed UEE40420 Certifcate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation prior to doing this skill set, it is possible to enrol in both concurrently and North Metrolpolitan TAFE will help you manage the order of completion of subjects so that you can achieve the pre-requisite units before commencing this PID program. 

    For further information, please contact instrumentation@nmtafe.wa.edu.au

    Skill set
    State ID: AE219
    Industry Health, Beauty and Fitness
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Pathology Collection Skill Set

    Demand for workers in the Pathology industry is high - get the skills you need to start your career.

    You'll undertake three units of competency to gain entry level skills to work safely in the pathology industry.

    Would you like to be an important part of a team assisting clients to return to better health?

    The Pathology Collection Skill Set, which you will complete under the supervision of a trained phlebotomist, will give you the skills to obtain blood samples from a patient for laboratory testing and get you job ready for working in hospital wards or outpatient clinics, GP clinics and specialist rooms, home collection services and other public and private healthcare settings.

    You’ll gain the skills and knowledge to perform a pathology collection role, comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures, and be able to identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection. You’ll also learn important communication skills for working in health care or

    Please note this skill set will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB60
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Perform Pipe Welds to Code Standards Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Process Skill Set

    Enhance your career prospects in the metal fabrication field

    Gain the skills needed to advance your career in Manual Metal Arc Welding

    If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Metal Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMAW).

    The skill set is comprised of MEM05045B Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process and you'll build your skills and knowledge to work towards the eligibility for Australian Standard 1796 (AS1796) Certificate 4.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB61
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Perform Welds to Code Standards Using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process Skill Set

    Enhance your career prospects in the metal fabrication field

    Gain the skills needed to advance your career in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    If you work as a boilermaker, welder or tradesperson in the Metal Fabrication industry, this skill set will enhance your skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).

    The skill set is comprised of MEM05044B Perform welds to code standards using gas tungsten arc welding process and you'll build your skills and knowledge to give you the skills and competence to succeed at Australian Standard 1796 (AS1796) Certificate 7.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD38
    Industry Science and the Environment

    Pesticides Skill Set (Level 3)

    Meet the requirements for pest industry licensing

    Designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to treat mainly weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.

    Meet the requirements for pest industry licensing

    This Skill Set has been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to treat mainly weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.

    For further information regarding the technician licence and requirements visit the Department of Health website(opens in a new tab) .

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB02
    Industry Science and the Environment

    Pesticides Skill Set (Level 4)

    Meet the requirements for pest industry licensing

    Designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to treat mainly weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation

    Meet the requirements for pest industry licensing

    This Skill Set has been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to treat mainly weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.

    For further information regarding the technician licence and requirements visit the Department of Health website(opens in a new tab) .

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD45
    Industry Building and Construction

    Plumbing Contractor's Licence Skill Set

    Don’t let your opportunities go down the drain

    In just seven weeks of full-time study you'll have the necessary requirements to apply for your Plumbing Contractor’s Licence with the Plumbing Licensing Board. Or you can choose to specialise in drainage or backflow and water supply.

    Become the real deal with just seven weeks of full-time study to earn your Plumbing Contractor’s Licence

    On successful completion of this skill set, you will be able to apply to the Plumbing Licensing Board(opens in a new tab) (PLB), for your Plumbing Contractor’s Licence.

    You will also gain the skills to be able to supervise works carried out by tradespersons and/or apprentices; build your own business; estimate job costs on water, sanitary and drainage systems, and much more.

    You’ll need to successfully complete all of the units listed below to apply for the full Plumbing Contractor’s Licence. If however, you wish to specialise in only Drainage or Backflow and Water Supply, you will need to complete the core units and the units listed in your chosen specialisation.

    Please note this skill set is experiencing high demand and places are limited.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC92
    Industry Creative Industries

    Product Development and Release Skill Set

    Create and present a completed work of digital art

    This could be 2D or 3D digital art, 2D/3D animation, or a game. You will gain a well-developed command of materials, process and technique.

    Create and present a completed work of digital art

    In this skill set you will produce a digital art project of your choice facilitated by a lecturer acting as your 'producer'. Your project may be 2D or 3D digital art, 2D/3D animation, or a game.

    You will be coached in finishing your work to a professional standard and setting up your own brand and identity. You will gain a well-developed command of materials, process and technique; and present your work to the public. The final presentation may be physical or virtual/online, and will attempt to establish a market for your product.

    This skill set follows the Studio Production Environment Skill Set.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD51
    Industry English, Languages and Foundation Studies

    Pronunciation Skill Set

    Gain a wide range of pronunciation skills and improve your speaking and listening

    This skill set will develop your English pronunciation skills as well as help with speaking and listening.

    Gain a wide range of pronunciation skills and improve your speaking and listening

    This skill set will develop your English pronunciation skills, as well as help with speaking and listening. Working on your pronunciation skills will also help with expanding your vocabulary. This course can be study before, or at the same time as other units from the Certificate III in Spoken and Written English. 

    Our lecturers are highly skilled and experienced in pronunciation theory and teaching.

    Successful completion of this skill set will give you one unit towards the Certificate III in Spoken and Written English.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC05
    Industry Education and Community Services

    Recognise and Respond Appropriately to Domestic and Family Violence Skill Set

    Be better informed about Domestic and Family Violence and help raise awareness of the issues involved

    Expand your knowledge and skills and help recognise situations where people are experiencing domestic and family violence, and develop core skills and knowledge in offering support.

    Be better informed about Domestic and Family Violence and help raise awareness of the issues involved

    Expand your knowledge and skills and help recognise situations where people are experiencing domestic and family violence, and develop core skills and knowledge in offering support.

    If you are working or volunteering in a community service context and wish to learn more about domestic and family violence and how to provide immediate intervention and support this skill set will give you the knowledge you need.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD91
    Industry Creative Industries

    Relief Printmaking Skill Set

    Add print making to your portfolio

    You'll cover mark making on a MDF printing plate, photo transfer techniques, editioning of single colour prints, and using a printing using a press.

    Add print making to your portfolio

    In this skill set you will learn about mark making on a MDF printing plate, how to use and apply photo transfer techniques, editioning of single colour prints, and exploring how to print using a printing press, oil based inks, multi colour images and reduction print processes.

    This course is suitable for beginners through to advanced practitioners, schoolteachers or art technicians.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD14
    Industry Science and the Environment

    Revegetation level 2 Skill Set

    Begin on your pathway in a industry designed to conserve and restore natural environments.

    Learn the basics of ecological restoration by completing this skill set.

    This comprehensive skill set touches on all aspects of conservation including identifying, implementing and completing ecological restoration works.
    It includes establishing activities for work;

    • using identified treatments,
    • protecting existing biota,
    • preparing and carrying out assisted regeneration treatments,
    • carrying out biological reintroduction treatment,
    • securing and protecting restored area.

    Successful completion of this skill set can provide you with credit towards achieving the Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB87
    Industry Education and Community Services

    Safety and Protection of Children and Young People for Sports, Recreation and Community organisations Skill Set

    Gain the skills required to protect children and young people engaged in community based activities

    If you are in contact with children and young people through work or volunteering in a community based group or you are working with vulnerable people this course will teach you compliance with the child safety industry, regulatory and organisational requirements.

    Gain the skills required to protect children and young people engaged in community based activities

    If you are in contact with children and young people through work or volunteering in a community based group such as a sporting club, dance or martial arts studio, training organisation, or you are working with vulnerable people this course will teach you compliance with the child safety industry, regulatory and organisational requirements. This includes identifying and controlling three child safety risks over an assessment period of one month in a community or simulated community based setting.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD21
    Industry Building and Construction

    Security Installer Skill Set

    Technical security installer training to meet licencing requirements

    This skill set will help you meet the training requirements for a Security Installer’s Licence issued by the WA Police Force.

    Technical security installer training to meet licencing requirements

    This skill set will help you meet the training requirements for a Security Installer’s Licence issued by the WA Police Force.

    For more information on the Security Installer’s Licence visit the WA Police Force website(opens in a new tab) .

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD42
    Industry Building and Construction

    Service Type A Gas Appliances Skill Set

    Looking to add the ability to service Type A gas appliances to your scope of work?

    Three weeks of full-time study will provide you with the necessary requirements to add Service Type A Gas Appliances to your scope of work.

    Upgrade your skills to include the servicing of Type A gas appliances

    Completion of this course will allow you to apply to DMIRS (the WA government department that has oversight of Energy Safety) and upgrade your current Class G Gasfitting Permit to include Servicing of Type A Gas appliances.  

    You'll cover general servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis and fault rectification on a range of Type A Gas appliances during the course of this skill set.
    Our up to date workshop facilities have an excellent range of Type A Gas appliances.  
    You'll have access to lecturers with extensive experience working with gas in the domestic and commercial appliance fields.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAB95
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Steel Design and Drafting Skill Set (Civil and Structural)

    Gain, upskill, improve skills in Steel Design and Drafting

    This skill set will help you further develop current skills in steel design and drafting for Civil Engineering, or improve and consolidate CAD skills for steel design drafting.

    Gain, upskill, improve skills in Steel Design and Drafting 

    The training provided in this skill set will help you upskill current skills in steel design and drafting for Civil Engineering, or improve and consolidate CAD skills for steel design drafting learned during your university course or gain new skills needed for redeployment within your organisation.

    You'll gain skills in 3D modelling and drafting and designing in the civil engineering industry.

    You may also like to consider study in the Concrete Design and Drafting Skill Set (Civil & Structural)(opens in a new tab)

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC93
    Industry Creative Industries

    Studio Production Environment Skill Set

    Enhance your digital skills

    This skill set is aimed at graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media (Animation/Games Art) who are wanting to specialise. It is designed to help you be more competitive in marketing yourself and finding employment.

    Take your digital skills to the next level

    This skill set is for graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media (Animation/Games Art) or equivalent, who are looking to specialise in a particular area of interest such as game development, 2D or 3D digital art, animation and/or visual effects. It is designed to help you be more competitive in marketing yourself, to find employment and to work in  a chosen field. 

    You'll undertake self-guided learning activities to facilitate skill development for a particular project of your choosing. For example, you may choose to develop a comic, animation, game, 3D character or VFX sequence. You'll have access to industry standard software and hardware, and be mentored by an experienced lecturer.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC59
    Industry Hospitality, Tourism and Events

    Tour Guiding Skill Set

    Create unforgettable experiences and lifelong memories for tourists

    This course will introduce you to tour guiding and give you the skills and knowledge to lead tour groups while providing guidance and safety.

    Create unforgettable experiences and lifelong memories for tourists

    Being a Tour Guide enables you to connect visitors to a wide range of amazing places by interpreting the special features of a place, sharing interesting stories, and looking after the needs of your clients.

    This course will introduce you to tour guiding and give you the skills and knowledge to lead tour groups.

    North Metropolitan TAFE is a leading provider of travel and tourism studies in Western Australia and the only TAFE in Perth to offer this skill set.

    Skill set
    State ID: AE780
    Industry Information Technology, Library and Digital
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Transition to Cyber Security

    Kick start your career and existing passion for cyber security with this specialised skill set

    You'll gain a broad range of skills and techniques in cyber security that are a springboard to further study. The course covers four underpinning areas that give you confidence in exploring techniques in tackling cyber attacks.

    Kick start your career and existing passion for cyber security with this specialised skill set

    This course will provided you with techniques that are a springboard for further study and then onto a platform for deciding from the many different Cyber Security employment avenues available.

    You will cover four underpinning areas that give you confidence in exploring techniques in tackling cyber attacks and gain a broad range of skills.

    This course is focused on people who have made the decision to start their journey to becoming a Cyber Security professional. It will give you key skills required to continue your studies. Completion of the skill set adds credit towards the Certificate IV of Cyber Security, which is held in high regard Australia wide and helps lead into the Advanced Diploma in Cyber Security.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD70
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Weld to Code AS1796 Preparatory Skill Set

    Work towards Welding Supervisor certification to advance your welding career

    This theory based skill set will give you the required knowledge of safe and appropriate welding practices to meet the theory component of Australian Standard 1796 (AS1796).

    Strengthen your skills to advance your welding career

    This course will provide you with the required knowledge of safe and appropriate welding practices to meet the theory component of Australian Standard 1796 (AS1796) and covers the following units:

    • MEM05078 Apply welding principles
    • MEM06007 Perform basic incidental heat/quenching, tempering and annealing

    The skill set is designed for apprentices in heavy or light fabrication who are nearing completion of their TAFE studies and others with a suitable trade qualification, or relevant experience working as a tradesperson in the welding and fabrication industry, who are looking to further their welding knowledge.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAC60
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Weld to Code Manual Metal Arc Welding Process of Plate Skills Set

    Produce welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding

    This course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge required to prepare and produce welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding (MMAW).

    Produce welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding

    This Skill Set will give you the skills and knowledge required to prepare and produce welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding (MMAW).

    The skill set is comprised of MEM05046B Perform welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process, and covers theory and workshop practice. This unit, together with unit MEM05026 Apply welding principles from the Weld to Code AS1796 Preparatory Skill Set, may satisfy the requirements of AS 1796-2001 (R2016) Certification of welders and welding supervisors, Certificates 1, 1E, 3, and 3E.

    Skill set
    State ID: EAD97
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Work Health and Safety for Statutory Managers Skill Set

    Get the training you need to gain the units of competency required for Statutory Managers in Western Australia

    Get the training you need to gain the units of competency required for Statutory Managers in Western Australia

    The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 (OSH) and has been supported by other legislation and regulations (MSIA 1994 and MSIR 1995) around specific health and safety measures related to mines and petroleum. The Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS) has replaced this legislation and associated regulations. Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 came into effect in Western Australia on 31 March, 2022.

    The Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 applies to mining and mineral exploration operations (WHS Mines Regulations) and details the requirements for the appointment of persons to Statutory positions, which have specific workplace health and safety responsibilities.

    Statutory positions are classified in several categories, which impose different obligations on the appointed person and require different levels of knowledge, experience and formal qualifications.

    The Statutory positions (for training purposes) are classified as being either:
    •    Statutory Supervisor – Underground supervisor, restricted quarry manager, noise officer, electrical supervisor
    •    Statutory Manager – Senior site executive, exploration manager, underground manager, quarry manager etc
     
    To achieve certification, Statutory Supervisors and Statutory Managers must complete WorkSafe requirements and demonstrate competence for Statutory positions by 2025 which include:

    1. Completion of national units of competency in health and safety risk management 
    2. Completion of applicable Mining Health and Safety Law assessments
    3. Certification requires person to be “of good character"
    4. Appropriate experience
    Skill set
    State ID: EAD96
    Industry Engineering and Mining

    Work Health and Safety for Statutory Supervisors Skill Set

    Get the training you need to gain the units of competency required for Statutory Supervisor in Western Australia

    Get the training you need to gain the units of competency required for Statutory Supervisors in Western Australia

    The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 (OSH) and has been supported by other legislation and regulations (MSIA 1994 and MSIR 1995) around specific health and safety measures related to mines and petroleum. The Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS) has replaced this legislation and associated regulations. Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 came into effect in Western Australia on 31 March, 2022.

    The Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 applies to mining and mineral exploration operations (WHS Mines Regulations) and details the requirements for the appointment of persons to Statutory positions, which have specific workplace health and safety responsibilities.

    Statutory positions are classified in several categories, which impose different obligations on the appointed person and require different levels of knowledge, experience and formal qualifications.

    The Statutory positions (for training purposes) are classified as being either:
    •    Statutory Supervisor – Underground supervisor, restricted quarry manager, noise officer, electrical supervisor
    •    Statutory Manager – Senior site executive, exploration manager, underground manager, quarry manager etc
     
    To achieve certification, Statutory Supervisors and Statutory Managers must complete WorkSafe requirements and demonstrate competence for Statutory positions by 2025 which include:

    1. Completion of national units of competency in health and safety risk management 
    2. Completion of applicable Mining Health and Safety Law assessments
    3. Certification requires person to be “of good character"
    4. Appropriate experience
    Skill set
    State ID: AE386
    Industry Building and Construction
    Free in 2023

    Work Safety in Construction Skill Set

    Bricklaying Job Ready Program

    Gain skills in work safety practices, how to use a range of construction equipment and tools; and working in a construction team. This course includes work placement

    Bricklaying Job Ready Program

    Do you have a positive attitude and work well in teams? Are you interested in joining the WA residential construction sector?

    The four-week program aims to provide a pipeline of bricklayers to meet the needs of WA’s booming building industry. The program takes a unique approach, combining a three-week short course with a four-day work placement with an employer, which may lead to a bricklaying apprenticeship.

    Be part of Western Australia’s $147 million program, which will generate construction work to last through 2023.

    The three-week short course teaches:

    • work safety practices
    • how to use a range of construction equipment and tools; and
    • skills to work in a construction team.

    During your work placement, you will:

    • gain real, hands on industry experience; and
    • secure a ‘foot in the door’ by working with an employer.

    By completing this program, you may:

    • be offered a bricklaying apprenticeship with your work placement employer;
    • be deemed suitable for other employment opportunities within the residential construction sector; or
    • decide to undertake further training.
    Skill set
    State ID: AE376
    Industry Hospitality, Tourism and Events
    Free in 2023
    Skill sets

    Work in Hospitality Skill Set

    WA has a large and vibrant hospitality industry — from bars and cafes through to world class restaurants and venues, hotels and resorts.

    Hospitality offers a range of both entry-level jobs and career development opportunities, and the Work in Hospitality skill set is the perfect introduction to the industry, giving you the critical skills employers are looking for.

    WA has a large and vibrant hospitality industry — from bars and cafes through to world class restaurants and venues, hotels and resorts.

    Hospitality offers a range of both entry-level jobs and career development opportunities, and the Work in Hospitality skill set is the perfect introduction to the industry, giving you the critical skills employers are looking for. To get you job ready, you'll learn about areas of health and wellbeing and personal development, how to use workplace technology and business systems, and responsible service of alcohol (RSA). It also includes infection control and prevention procedures and food safety to ensure you're working safely.

    Lower fees, local skills half price further study pathways
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