If you are looking to study full-time, you must first apply through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre. For information about this and all other study options, follow the links below;
- Full-time study
Part-time study (or study of units within a qualification)
Short courses - including Adult Community Education (ACE), lifestyle, registration courses
Entry or bridging qualifications
Apprenticeships and traineeships
Flexible learning (correspondence, open learning, online)
Admission information for part-time study (or study of units within a qualification) Top of Page
Part-time study for admissions purposes means that you wish to study particular units in a qualification that are being offered for study and not the whole, structured full-time qualification program. You can find out more about this type of study and what it offers you under Course types and study options.
How do I find out which units are available for part-time study?
Not all qualifications are available for part-time study. For qualifications that are available, some units within them may not be offered for part-time study or be offered every semester.
Consequently, people interested in studying part-time should not refer to the qualifications (and attached units) listed for full-time study.
Part-time unit offerings in the metropolitan area are made available twice a year - in January and June.
This information is provided on this website using the course search, and provides details on the units being offered in each qualification, their start dates, and the day and time of the class.
Note: For part-time offerings outside the metropolitan area, please contact your nearest regional TAFEWA college.
Is there an application process?
There is no application process for part-time studies and you do not need to fill out any forms or send in any documents. Part-time entrance is handled by each TAFEWA college and does not go through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre.
Are there any entrance requirements or admission criteria?
The entrance requirements and any selection criteria listed under each qualification in the TAFEWA full-time studies guide and on this website do not apply to part-time study.
Generally, there are no admission requirements for most units offered part-time, however, it is recommended that you choose appropriate units and have at least proof of English proficiency.
For some specific units, College study areas may choose to apply admission requirements or criteria in order to ensure an appropriate level of ability. These requirements can usually be provided by the relevant study area.
How/when do I enrol and am I guaranteed a place?
Enrolment dates, times and locations can be obtained by contacting the relevant College. Enrolments normally take place at the relevant campus in late January (for 1st semester) and late June (for 2nd semester).
No places are guaranteed for part time study and enrolment is always on a 'first come, first served' basis. Therefore, please ensure you make it to the appropriate enrolment session and contact the relevant study area if you need to check the availability of places.
If you're unable to attend your enrolment session, make sure you give authority and make arrangements for someone to enrol for you.
Can I still get into part-time study if I miss the enrolment date?
Depending on whether there are still places available, you may be able to still enrol in units being offered for part-time study, even if you miss the listed enrolment date. To find out, please contact the relevant TAFEWA college and study area. Courses which still have places available will often advertise in local newspapers or The West Australian after the enrolment period has finished to advise of the spare places.
Are there conditions/requirements of study or enrolment?
It is common for some units to be clustered (delivered together) or, though delivered separately, required to be studied at the same time. These details can be obtained by contacting the relevant study area at the college you intend to study.
How much will it cost and when do I have to pay?
Please refer to Fees and charges for these details.
Many other questions about studying part-time are answered in the section Course types and study options.
Admission information for short courses Top of Page
This website uses the term 'short courses' to refer to a range of courses that last from a day/weekend to several weeks and do not result in the awarding of a qualification. Types of short courses available through TAFEWA colleges include: Adult Community Education (ACE) Courses, lifestyle/leisure courses, personal and professional development courses, and registration/certification courses. To find out more about this type of study and what you can get out of it click here.
How do I find out what short courses are available?
The main type of short courses listed on this website are Adult Community Education (ACE) Courses. These are run throughout the year but there are four key promotion and enrolment periods each year that coincide with the start of each Term.
You can also contact Challenger TAFE, Swan TAFE and West Coast TAFE at any time or refer to the short course page within this website.
Other types of Short Courses that do not come under the ACE category are also run by all TAFE
WA colleges. In future, some of these may also become available through this site, however, for now, please refer to each College's website for further details on these courses;
Central TAFE
Central West TAFE
C. Y. O'Connor College of TAFE
Curtin VTEC
Great Southern TAFE
Kimberley TAFE
South West Regional College of TAFE
How do I get into a short course?
There is no application process for short courses and no admission criteria. Entrance is handled by each TAFEWA college and is as simple as turning up and enrolling at the relevant campus. Most colleges also allow you to enrol by post, fax, phone, or over the internet.
Are places always available or guaranteed?
If you enrol before each short course starts, you should have little trouble in getting a place. However, if a class is full or cancelled you may need to wait until the next enrolment period.
How much will it cost and when do I have to pay?
Government-funded short courses (like ACE) are inexpensive and excellent value for money. Most courses cost between $20 (e.g. a single session) and $200 (e.g. 1 session per week over a 5 to 7 week period).
Admission information for entry or bridging qualifications Top of Page
Bridging and entry qualifications are designed for those who are looking for a pathway into broader vocational education and training programs. They are delivered to ensure that age, gender, disability, ethnicity, language or family situation are not barriers to studying at TAFEWA.
How do I find out what bridging or entry courses are available?
For 2009, there are several qualifications to choose from in bridging, entry and first steps back to learning at TAFEWA. The qualifications are at different levels, each requiring a different level of skills and knowledge.
All of these qualifications are available on this website at Bridging and entry courses and are also listed in Part 4 of the 2009 TAFEWA full-time studies guide.
You can also consult directly with the Career Development Centre which can help you identify the most suitable qualification to begin with.
To apply contact one of the TAFEWA colleges and ask about theses courses.
The application process for bridging or entry qualifications is relatively simple and done directly through the relevant TAFEWA college (not through the TAFEWA Admissions Centre). Just see the location listed for the specific qualification you are interested in and contact the relevant TAFEWA college.
Any minimum entrance requirements that do exist are listed on this website or under the qualification in the TAFEWA full-time studies guide. There are no selection criteria for these courses.
Most entrance requirements that do exist only serve to identify certain target groups for delivery of that program, which is generally because it has been customised for them. All individuals seeking a bridging or entry course should be able to find one that suits them and is available.
Are places always available or guaranteed?
Places are not guaranteed, but a place in an appropriate program should almost always be available.
How much will it cost and when do I have to pay?
Students enrolling in entry or bridging qualifications pay the standard enrolment fee ($25.00 per semester for 2008) and may pay a resource fee (depending on any materials required for the program), but are exempt from tuition fees.
Admission information for apprenticeships and traineeships Top of Page
Apprenticeships and traineeships are employment-based training programs that are a valuable alternative for those who wish to obtain recognised qualifications through employment. Apprenticeships take around four years full-time and lead to becoming a qualified tradesperson. Traineeships last around 12 months full-time and around two years part-time and are generally conducted in non-trade areas.
What are the requirements for starting an apprenticeship or traineeship?
To begin an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be 15 years or older and have completed at least Year 10 (or the equivalent). You will also need to find an employer willing to employ you as an apprentice or trainee.
How do I get into an apprenticeship or traineeship or find out more about them?
TAFEWA colleges cannot enrol you in an apprenticeship or traineeship directly, but provide the off the job training component of these programs.
The relevant organisation to speak to about apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities and how to get into one is ApprentiCentre. They administer apprenticeships and traineeships and help connect applicants with employers.
Admission information for flexible learning courses Top of Page
Many units and even some whole courses at TAFEWA are available through some form of flexible delivery - either through correspondence, online or self-paced delivery (you attend and study at the College at your own pace).
Most of these units and courses can be started at any time and either run for a set time from when you start or have flexible/open delivery periods.
Admission into these units or courses is done directly with the relevant TAFEWA college through its relevant study area or specialised unit (off-campus, distance/open learning, online delivery, etc).
Please contact your local TAFEWA college for more details.