You’ll get hands-on training in areas like engineering, cyber security, automation and robotics, welding, logistics and more. Whether you're into tech, trades or teamwork, there’s a course to help you get started. 

WA’s defence industry offers exciting job opportunities with real purpose. You’ll learn with the latest tools and tech, to land a job working on leading industry projects.  

There are pathways for everyone – including young people, women, Aboriginal people and Australian Defence Force veterans. 

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Get the skills you need without the high cost*. Fee free and low fee courses make training more affordable, so you can focus on building your career.

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Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Mechanical Pre-apprenticeship)
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National ID: 52913WA State ID: AE28
Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical
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National ID: UEE62122 State ID: BHZ3
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
National ID: BSB40320 State ID: BFR6
Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
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National ID: MEM30719 State ID: BEJ7
Diploma of Project Management
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National ID: BSB50820 State ID: BFT0

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