Courses & Programs
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Want a course that will get you a job?
Courses that make you employment-ready (Vocational Education and Training)-
Leading to a Career and Employment
Full-Time and Part-Time Courses Certificate I to IV, and Diploma-
Leading to a Career and Employment
What are Award Courses and are they for me?
Our award courses allow you to pursue a vocation or trade, from Certificate I to Certificate III. These courses are designed by industry to ensure that you have exactly the right training to meet the needs of your chosen job. You can start with the basics in a Certificate I and work you way up in easy stages, or you can jump in at any point, depending upon your own situation and requirements. An award course is recognised anywhere in Australia.Search Polytechnic West Courses
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Get qualified while still studying at school
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Improve Your English and Maths
Access to Learning-
Improve Your English and Maths
What is Access to Learning about and is it for me?
Access to Learning is for people looking for new and better opportunities, from a non-English speaking background, didn’t get a qualification at school, never had the opportunity to finish school, or feel that they left school too long ago. These courses teach English and Maths skills for those needing to improve them, regardless of background, age or schooling level.Search for Access Courses
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Courses for Aboriginal People
Aboriginal Programs-
Courses for Aboriginal People
What are Aboriginal Programs about and are they for me?
When you want to improve your employment choices or get further with education and training, Polytechnic West will help. There are a wide range of courses to choose from. Search through a catalogue using your interests or skills. The information in this section is aimed at assisting indigenous students.Search Polytechnic West Courses
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Entry Level Courses for Most Industries
Traineeships-
Entry Level Courses for Most Industries
What are Traineeships about and are they for me?
In a traineeship you gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. Traineeships are similar to apprenticeships, but aimed at jobs that are usually in non-trade areas such as hospitality, business, manufacturing and health.Search Polytechnic West Courses
Search for a course by keyword
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Try Out a Trade at Polytechnic West
Pre-apprenticeships-
Try Out a Trade at Polytechnic West
What are Pre-apprenticeships all about and are they for me?
A pre-apprenticeship is a full-time course you can choose to complete before you sign on with an employer to do an apprenticeship. Some larger organisations prefer that you do a pre-apprenticeship before they will accept you as an apprentice. Many of these courses are only about 6 months in length.Search Polytechnic West Courses
Pre-apprentice courses are typically Certificate II's
Pre-apprenticeship Courses
Let me find a suitable course from the Polytechnic West course catalogue.
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Gain a Trade Qualification
Apprenticeships-
Gain a Trade Qualification
What are Apprenticeships about and are they for me?
An apprenticeship involves getting full-time work with an employer who provides you with the opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. You enter into a formal training contract with an employer that leads to a nationally recognised qualification in your chosen trade. You spend most of the time in paid employment, learning practical skills on the job and putting them into practice. The rest of the time is spent in structured training at Polytechnic West, or in the workplace.Search for Apprenticeship Courses
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Leading to a Career and Employment
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Looking for tertiary education?
Tertiary education for Australian and International students-
Tertiary Level Courses
Associate Degrees-
Tertiary Level Courses
What are Associate Degrees all about and are they for me?
If you want to get more out of your studies and give yourself a real head start in the industry then Polytechnic West’s two-year Associate Degree courses are perfect for you!
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Options for International Students
Study and living information for International students-
Options for International Students
What options are there for International Students?
Polytechnic West, with it's wide range of courses and quality training that is flexible, accessible and responsive, is an excellent choice for international students who want to improve their English Language or gain a qualification in one of our offered courses.Search for International Course
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Tertiary Level Courses
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Looking for short courses?
Short Courses for Business and Leisure & Lifestyle-
Business and Industry
Short courses for businesses-
Business and Industry
What are Short Courses for Businesses about and are they for me?
Designed to meet the needs of business and industry, Polytechnic West Training Solutions offers flexible, responsive, professional and technical training programs catering to the ever-changing demands of the workforce. Many of the Business oriented programs available as online courses, but you may also build up your competencies towards full award courses by doing one unit at a time through this program.Search for a Short Course
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Leisure and Lifestyle
Leisure courses-
Leisure and Lifestyle
What are Leisure Courses about and are they for me?
For leisure, to learn a skill, to help with employment or just as a social event, the Polytechnic West Adult Learning team can help you find what you're looking for. We have a wide range of short courses, delivered both in person and online. Have a look at our catalogue to find something that suits your tastes.Search for a Short Course
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Business and Industry
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Want to study or live in Australia?
Information for International / AMEP-
International Students
Study and living information for International students-
International Students
What options are there for International Students?
Polytechnic West, with it's wide range of courses and quality training that is flexible, accessible and responsive, is an excellent choice for international students who want to improve their English Language or gain a qualification in one of our offered courses.Search for International Course
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AMEP
English studies and information for migrants-
AMEP
What is AMEP about and is it for me?
The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) is an English language program for new migrants and refugees. With Polytechnic West AMEP, you can learn English, settle into Australia, access other settlement services, make friends, find out about jobs and further study - and plan for your future. Welcome!
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News
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Bentley Pines Toasts Success
Will it be three in a row for Polytechnic West’s Bentley Pines Restaurant? The dual Gold Plate Awarded establishment is hoping to secure its third consecutive award for “Best Restaurant within a Training Establishment” when the winners are announced at the Catering Institute of WA’s prestigious Gold Plate Awards, later this year.
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Our Students Are Training Awards Semi-Finalists
Four Polytechnic West students have been selected as semi-finalists in the 2010 Western Australian Training Awards, hosted by the Department of Training and Workforce Development.
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Good Luck Lucas!
Geof Gale Medallist Lucas Kickett is a finallist in this year's National NAIDOC Awards.
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New Site for International Students
Polytechnic West has a new website dedicated to providing information to International students, providing course advice, enrolment information, accommodation and transport guidance and much more.
Features
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Aerospace Training at Jandakot
Polytechnic West offers state of the art facilities at the Jandakot Aerospace Training Centre.
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Sustainable Energy & Renewable Energy Training
Polytechnic West is leading the way with our state of the art Renewable Energy resources and Training Program.
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Premier's Award Winning Program
Our Transforming Trade Training (TTT) Program is the winner of the Premier’s Award for Excellence in Public Sector Management, in the category of Developing the Economy. Transforming Trade Training is a groundbreaking project aimed at improving the relevance, convenience and flexibility of apprenticeships. Learning in the workplace is formally recognised, meaning the time an apprentice takes to complete their qualification can be reduced.
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Swan Song, and the launch of Polytechnic West
From today a new chapter commenced in the delivery of vocational education and training in Western Australia when the Minister for Training and Workforce Development the Hon. Peter Collier announced that the new name for Swan TAFE will be Polytechnic West.
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Work Safety
Did you know that Polytechnic West offers training and education consulting for Occupational Health and Safety professionals? For more details, visit the Australian Centre for Work Safety web site.
