Study Trade Courses in Australia

Gain practical, hands-on skills in high-demand trades through Australia's world-class vocational education system and secure your future in essential industries.

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Trade courses are essential in Australia's economyas they supply a skilled workforce to various industries. Graduates of tradecourses are in high demand, often leading to strong employment prospects andopportunities for career advancement. Additionally, trade qualifications can bea pathway to permanent residency in Australia for international students,provided they meet the relevant work experience and skills assessment criteria.

Levels of Trade Courses

Certificate III

This is often the entry-level qualification for a trade, providing the foundational skills and knowledge required.

Certificate IV and Diploma

These qualifications offer more advanced training, often combining technical skills with supervisory or management aspects of the trade.

Popular Trade Courses enlisted in Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)

Trade courses cover a wide range of industries, including but not limited to:

Construction (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrician, painter, Bricklaying, Tilling, Gasfitter, Drainer)

Automotive (e.g., mechanics, panel beating)

Hospitality (e.g., commercial cookery, baking)

Engineering (e.g., fabrication, welding)

Trade professionals are in critical shortage across Australia, with many occupations eligible for skilled migration. Completing a trade qualification in Australia can lead to permanent residency, particularly for those willing to work in regional areas.

Skills Assessment

Assessing Authority: Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)

TRA assesses whether the candidate’s skills meet Australian industry standards for the specific trade.

Qualification: Cert III of 1 year in most cases in some course required to study Cert IV as well for e.g. Cookery.

Additional Requirements: Full time visa

Full Skill Assessment: 1725 Hours full time job OR 1 Year Job Ready Program

After completing the trade course, students are required to undertake full-time work experience in their chosen trade to meet the Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) skills assessment requirements.

Eligible Visas Subclass for Trade Graduates

Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent)

Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)

Subclass 491 (State/Territory Nominated)

Subclass 491 (Family sponsored)

Subclass 485 (Temporary Graduate)

Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage)

Subclass 186 (ENS)

Subclass 187 (TRTS)

Subclass 494 (Regional Employer Sponsored)

Subclass 407 (Training)

Top Institutions for Trade Courses

RMIT University

Australia's largest vocational education provider offering trade qualifications in construction, automotive, electrical, and more. Programs combine classroom learning with practical workshops and industry placements.

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Holmesglen Institute

Offers comprehensive trade programs with state-of-the-art facilities. Specializes in building and construction trades, automotive, and engineering trades with strong industry connections.

Find out more about studying at Holmesglen Institute

Boxhill Institute

Australia's premier trade training provider with specialized facilities for electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and automotive trades. Offers apprenticeship pathways and pre-apprenticeship programs.

Find out more about studying at Boxhill Institute

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