Vocational Education & Training
Vocational education and training (VET) programs have become popular recently as they save time and money while providing high-income job opportunities. What’s more, vocational education and training in Australia are very suitable for those who wish for residency. This is a short pathway that leads to a bright long-term future!
What is Vocational Education and Training in Australia?
VET in Australia means that you receive vocational education in Australia for a short period of time, ranging from 6 to 24 months (depending on the occupation). You will get a DIPLOMA or Certificate I, II, III, or IV upon graduation (depending on the chosen program), then you can enter the labour market immediately or advance directly toward the last 2 years of an undergraduate program. VET programs typically focus on practical knowledge, so graduates from these programs are highly welcomed by employers.
Qualification | Duration |
Certificate I, II, III, IV | 3 – 12 months |
Diplomas | 12 months |
Advanced Diploma | 24 months |
Practical advances of Vocational Education & Training
There are 7 reasons for choosing VET in Australia:
- The certificates are recognized internationally
- On-the-job training opportunities that pay higher than other part-time jobs
- More job opportunities after graduating from a VET program
- Diversity of training curricula that match the sought-after occupations of the Australian market
- No high entry requirements for academic performance or English proficiency
- Practicality-emphasized curricula
- Significant tuition savings, allowing a direct transfer to the last 2 years of a tertiary program
Applicants Requirements
To pursue vocational education and training in Australia, applicants need to meet the following basic conditions:
- Graduated from a high school in Vietnam
- IELTS score of 5.0 to 6.0 or equivalent certificates, or attending an English course at the school. If your English is not sufficient, DHLEE will give you the best support.
Application procedures for VET in Australia
The applicants need to prepare the following basic documents:
- Birth certificate
- Passport
- High-school graduation certificate
- High-school report
- CV
- Household record book
- ID card/Citizenship identity card
- English test certificate
- Financial document
Pathway for VET in Australia
The study pathway will be designed to suit your potential. In general, after completing a VET course, you will receive a certificate, which enables you to work immediately or advance your studies to the last 2 years of a tertiary program (in the same specialty as the VET program).
Career Choices
DHLEE will suggest some professions that are well-chosen by many young people because of their optimal curriculum and open career prospects.
Engineering
Engineering has never lost its position in the spotlight, thanks to its high applicability. VET students in Australia will have access to modern machinery and benefit from a large number of practice sessions. Majors in high demand include Automotive Technology, Civil Engineering, Electronics and Communication, Oil & Gas Exploitation, etc. You can rest assured of employment opportunities as most students have found desirable jobs even before the end of their course.
Information Technology
Information technology is known for many practical applications in work and life. This is why studying information technology in Australia has become the dream of many young people. Graduates of these courses can engage in many fields, especially as IT managers, network technicians, software designers, application and analytical programmers, web designers, or multimedia professionals.
Business and Marketing
To integrate into the fast-growing economy, businesses are promoting their sales and marketing activities. The bright outlook of this has brought many young people, both Australian and international students, the income they desire. Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Services, Marketing and Communication, etc. are among the tempting names that you should keep in mind.
DHLEE will get to know the forte and needs of customers, so as to give the most suitable advice on profession selection. Applicants’ choice should also be based on the Australian government’s orientation of key industries that promise rapid job chances for recently graduated international students as well as favorable residency conditions.
To do such things, DHLEE is empowered by a team of lawyers who are former members of the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection with more than 10 years of experience in education and 20 years of experience in residency. They are the legal savvy in the country of kangaroos. And yet, throughout your learning process, we will be there to help your integration and support your essential needs by giving advice on accommodation, public transport, … so as to best serve the living and learning needs of students. DHLEE is committed to standing in customers’ shoes to come up with the most beneficial suggestions for the future of international students.