Vocational Education in Australia

If we have learnt anything from the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic, it is the importance of a good education in a safe environment that leads to a high demand occupation and provides for long term secure employment opportunities.

Australia is a friendly and welcoming country, our nation values individual freedoms, and the rights of citizens and visitors are protected under a transparent legal system. Our cities have some of the lowest crime rates in the world and our streets and public spaces are open and safe.

Recognised as a world leader in education, Australia is expected to overtake the UK as the world’s second most popular study destination. Our high-quality education, easy access to student support services, multicultural society and fantastic lifestyle make Australia an attractive study destination.

Australian vocational and technical colleges are committed to equipping students with practical skills and knowledge to help them succeed in their chosen industry. As global demand booms for entrepreneurial and innovative thinkers, Australian education providers have re-engineered their approach to teaching and learning to inspire thought leadership and creativity among students in every discipline.

Australian vocational and technical colleges teach students the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to help find success in a fast-changing world and to remain agile in uncertain times. The focus is on equipping students with an education designed to help them succeed in the global workforce; and with qualifications that will make them very attractive to potential employers in Australia, at home and around the world.

Many Australian vocational courses include work experience programs and internships so that students can gain hands-on industry experience and grow their professional network while they study. Students are also permitted to work up to 20 hours per week while studying; which can be a great way to find study-related work, or simply pay for the lifestyle in Australia.

Traditional ‘trade courses’ such as automotive mechanics are in high demand and working as an automotive mechanic provides a good work-life balance and an exciting and varied career path; with employment opportunities available not only in Australia in both regional and city areas, but also world-wide.

Institute in Focus

In Australia, Oceania College of Technology specializes in providing training for the Automotive Industry which is industry-focused and driven, providing hands-on skill development and theoretical training. This includes industry placements and internships in a variety of courses, such as the following:

• Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
• Automotive Diesel Engine Technology
• Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
• Body Repair and Refinishing
• Automotive Mechanical Diagnostics

The college is now taking expressions of interest and applications for its April 2022 semester intake. Email: int.admissions@oct.edu.au for additional details or to request an application/enrolment form.

• The article was originally published in Career Ahead July 2020 issue.