Vocational Training & Apprenticeships
In partnership with external providers, we are able to offer a range of opportunities to our students enabling them to gain nationally recognised industry qualifications whilst still at school.
VET in Schools Program
Our students have the opportunity to gain a vocational qualification while still at school and as part of their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).
From Year 11, students can choose to:
- Enrol in a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course delivered by a range of providers including TAFE North, CQUniversity, and JCU.
- Commence an aviation qualification with Aviation Australia
Students are counselled through the decision-making process to ensure they understand the commitment and expectations of the course requirements and are on track to complete their QCE.
VET courses available to our students include:
- Certificate II Aircraft Line Maintenance (two-year course commencing in Year 11 only)
- Certificate II Sport and Recreation *There is no cost for students undertaking this course as part of the VET in Schools program.
- Certificate II Outdoor Education
- Certificate II Health Support Services
- Certificate II Engineering Pathways
- Certificate II Automotive Vocational Preparation
- Certificate II Automotive Electrical Technology
- Certificate I Construction
- Certificate II Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
- Certificate II Plumbing
- Certificate II Electrotechnology
- Certificate II Logistics
- Certificate II Retail Cosmetics
- Certificate II Salon Assistant
- Certificate II in Animal Care
- Certificate III in Health Support Services
Our Pathways Coordinator can offer both students and their parents more information on these courses and their inclusion in our VET in Schools program.
*Not all courses may be offered every year. Check with the Pathways Coordinator to confirm the courses currently available.
School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs) allow students, generally from Years 11 and 12, to work for an employer and train towards a nationally recognised qualification while completing their secondary schooling and studying for their Queensland Certificate of Education and/or Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).
Students are paid for their time whilst working for the employer and supported by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to complete their vocational qualification.
Peace Lutheran College assists students with sourcing traineeships and apprenticeships as well as offering support and guidance whilst on the job.