Diploma and certificate (VET) courses in Australia

With over 700,000 international students, Australia is one of the most preferred study destinations in the world. The country has some of the best universities and colleges that offer over 22,000 study programs, including a large number of Vocational Education and Training programs, on completion of which diplomas and certificates are awarded to students. As per the latest statistics, around 29% of international students are enrolled in VET courses in Australia.

Vocational Education and Training programs (VET) are professional courses offered by authorized educational institutions in Australia. These courses are usually practical and focus on building skills and knowledge for a specific profession in areas like

• Beauty & Natural therapy
• Building & Construction
• Business
• Food & Culinary Art
• Hospitality
• IT Computing
• Leadership & Management
• Marketing & Communication
• Social Services
• Sport & Fitness
• Travel & Tourism
• Visual Arts

Benefits of Diploma and certificate programs in Australia

Quality education

Australian institutions are known for maintaining high standards of education. The Australian education system is also ranked 8th in the Universitas 2019 U21 Ranking of National Higher Education Systems.

Flexible timing

Several Australian institutions offer flexible timing to allow international students to work while studying, which is advantageous.

Work experience

Typically, Australian institutions that offer VET courses have links in the industry and usually accommodate students in finding internships or training placements.

Pathways to degree courses

After completing your course, you may further your education to earn a degree in your relevant field.

Qualification and Duration of VET courses in Australia

Depending on the Type of Course and program length, students can earn various Diplomas and certificates. A simplified table of which with a typical career outcome is given below.

Qualification	Duration	Career outcome
Certificate I	4 to 6 months	Competent operator
Certificate II	About 1 year	Advanced operator
Certificate III	About 1 year	Qualified tradesperson or technician
Certificate IV	12 to 18 months	Supervisor
Diploma	18 to 24 months	Para-professional
Advanced Diploma	24 to 36 months	Junior manager

VET Diploma and Certificate Programs in Australia

Here is a list of some of the Vocational Education and Training programs that you can choose to study in Australia

• Diploma of Digital Media Technologies
• Diploma of Community Services
• Diploma of Website Development
• Certificate III in Dental Technology
• Certificate III in Business
• Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
• Diploma of Event Management
• Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
• Certificate III in Travel
• Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
• Diploma of Graphic Design
• Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
• Certificate III in Make-up
• Certificate IV in Web-Based Technologies
• Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism
• Certificate III in Fitness
• Diploma of Digital Design
• Diploma of Social Media Marketing
• Diploma of Building and Construction
• Diploma of Marketing and Communication
• Diploma of Hospitality Management
• Certificate III in Hairdressing
• Diploma of Hospitality Management
• Diploma of International Business
• Certificate III in Barbering
• Diploma of Business
• Certificate III in Bricklaying
• Diploma of Beauty Therapy
• Diploma of Digital Media Technologies
• Diploma of Leadership and Management
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Certificate IV in Hairdressing
• Certificate III in Carpentry
• Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
• Diploma of Remedial Massage
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
• Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management
• Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Certificate IV in Fitness

Admission requirements to vocational courses in Australia

Before you apply for an Australia study visa, you will need to obtain an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment form an Australian institution. Typically, Australian institutions ask for the following documents.

• Academic details till 12th
• Proof of English Language Proficiency

You can fulfill your language condition by taking PTE, IELTS, or TOEFL exams.

Visa requirements for Study in Australia after 12th

Here is the list of the essential documents that you will require to study in Australia

• Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment certificate eCoE 
• Genuine temporary entrant (GTE) assessment
• Funds to support your study and yourself
• Overseas Student Health Cover
• Academic certificates
• Resume

In addition to these and depending on your case, the Australian embassy may ask you for other documents. To avoid refusal, it is highly recommended that you take guidance from our Australia Visa experts. You can contact us at 92563-92563 or visit any of our branches.