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Career Guide
2021-2022
In this guide 1 Find your future career 2 Start with what you enjoy 8 Get a glimpse of the possibilities 10 What career could you have? 16 What courses can you study? 18 Pathways 20 Where to from here? 21 Find out more A note to readers: The questions and subsequent career groups in this guide are based on various career interest tests and the Career Voyage program. It takes into consideration the range of courses offered at The Gordon, their pathways and possible career outcomes. The Gordon 2021-2022 Career Guide © The Gordon 2020 ABN: 27 241 053 246 TAFE 3044 CRICOS No: 00011G View it online at thegordon.edu.au Published November 2020. All information is correct at the time of printing, however, courses may subsequently be affected by changes to the relevant training package, or accredited course. Course code, title, units and content may change. Refer to website for latest information. Printed with the support of K.W.Doggett Fine Paper on Impact – 100% recycled, carbon neutral. The Gordon’s training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding for which eligibility criteria apply. Cover image: Botanical Gardens, Geelong - Daniel Diugolenski. 2 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 0600
Find your future career
Thinking about your future career can be both exciting and daunting. There are a lot of
choices out there, so how do you choose? Take the quiz in this guide and follow the three
steps below to point your career path in the right direction.
Take the quiz
1 Grab a pen or highlighter and go through the next few pages highlighting
the things you either currently enjoy or think you would enjoy.
Measure your interest
2 Count and total your interests on pages 8-9. This will give you an
idea of what your preferred career focus might involve.
See the possibilities
3 See the many career options you could have. Find out what others have
studied to follow their own dream careers. Then check out the courses you
could study at The Gordon to get you where you want to go in your career.
According to research, How do you learn best? What’s your dream?
if you choose to do Do you learn things best by reading and Start by thinking about who you are
further study: listening, or by doing and practicing and what you like doing. Everyone
them? This may help determine if TAFE is different, so it’s important for
• Your job prospects will be better. or university is best for you. you to do something that you
•Y
our income will probably be higher. The career you’d like to have will will not only be good at, but will
•Y
ou will be better prepared sometimes determine the type of also enjoy for the long term.
for career changes. learning you will need to do.
•Y
ou will have a great time learning Page 19 outlines the main differences
your new skills if you choose the between TAFE and university
study option that is right for you. study, and how you can create
Whatever you decide, it’s really a pathway between them.
important that your choice is about you!
| 1
Start with what you enjoy
Grab a pen or highlighter and go through the next few pages highlighting the things you
currently enjoy, or think you would enjoy. Then count and total these on pages 8-9.
This will start to give you an idea of the job roles you might seek out in your future career path.
1
Do you like…
Using databases and computers to collect G
roup discussions and decisions?
and summarise numerical information?
A
nalysing statistics?
U
nderstanding how local and
international businesses work? D
oing research?
S
olving problems using numbers, S
olving maths puzzles?
tables or formulae? P
lanning and organising?
C
ompiling information on graphs? S
upervising others?
W
riting and compiling documents or reports? Interacting with customers?
W
orking on projects in a team? H
elping on committees?
E
nsuring things are done on time? K
eeping records and budgets?
U
sing administration systems? P
romoting and selling products?
U
ndertaking negotiations or deals?
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2
Do you like…
D
esigning plans for construction projects such
as houses, renovations or furniture?
W
atching design shows about houses or large structures?
D
esigning and constructing new products, patterns or clothing?
D
rawing and illustrating by hand or
with digital design programs?
D
esigning and redecorating interior spaces?
R
eading fashion, home or design magazines?
C
reating floral arrangements and visual displays?
D
iscovering new products, brands and designers?
D
esigning flyers, posters or publications?
D
esigning games, websites or animations?
B
eing creative?
Writing?
Decorating?
V
isiting exhibitions?
F
ollowing fashion trends?
A
rt, painting, sculpture, printmaking?
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3
Do you like…
Visiting pet shops, animal shelters and veterinary clinics?
uilding fences, retaining walls and other outdoor
B
landscaping components?
Measuring and marking out land for a new project?
Analysing and working with chemical substances?
Growing and maintaining plants and gardens?
Visiting rural, outback and coastal areas?
Conducting experiments and research?
Reading or watching science stories?
Monitoring water and soil quality?
Visiting science museums?
Caring for and training your pets?
Being outdoors?
Understanding life systems?
Designing new garden areas?
Caring for sick or injured animals?
Identifying plants and animals?
Hands-on work, and getting dirty?
Managing pest plants and animals?
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4
Do you like…
esigning plans for construction projects
D
such as houses, renovations or furniture?
orking on house renovations such as bricklaying,
W
woodworking, painting and plastering?
Using tools and machinery to make or repair objects?
Reading and interpreting plans and specifications?
Restoring or repairing car panels and components?
Operating and repairing machinery or equipment?
Designing new products or machinery?
Organising efficient storage solutions?
Constructing models from kits?
Working with computer hardware and software?
Working with metal and welding equipment?
Repairing broken items around the house?
Putting together a radio or speakers?
Learning about electricity and power?
Learning about new inventions?
Putting furniture together?
Working with your hands?
Working on car engines?
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5
Do you like…
rying new hair styles/colours and
T
make-up applications on yourself or friends?
Interacting with different types of customers and clients?
Learning about different cuisines and ingredients?
Cooking from recipes and creating new dishes?
Public speaking for small or large groups?
Supervising and delegating to others?
Discovering facts about new or old places?
Doing beauty treatments such as facials and manicures?
Learning about new countries and cultures?
Learning about skin nutrition and biology?
Writing proposals, reports and speeches?
Promoting and selling products?
Reading hair and beauty magazines?
Organising and promoting events?
Serving food and beverages?
Keeping a budget?
Working in a team?
Meeting new people?
Travelling?
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Do you like…
aring for those who are unwell or unable to care
C
for themselves?
Supporting others who are stressed or not coping well?
Learning about medical techniques and treatments?
Learning about alternative health treatments?
Creating and coordinating activities for children?
Meeting new people of all ages and backgrounds?
Helping people solve their personal problems?
Understanding and assisting children to learn?
Applying first aid or medical assistance?
Helping people who are having disagreements?
Discussing ways to improve health?
Giving information and advice to people?
Understanding how people think and feel?
Volunteering with charity or community groups?
Learning about the human body?
Giving someone a massage?
Caring for children?
Working in a team?
Visiting a hospital?
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Get a glimpse of the possibilities
Have a look back at the things you might enjoy, and on each page count how many items
you’ve highlighted. Write these numbers into the corresponding circles below.
1 2 3
If you highlighted If you highlighted If you highlighted
some of these things, some of these things, some of these things,
your career might your career might your career might
involve administration, involve art or design. involve science, animals
finance or marketing. or the environment.
8 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 0600In the next section you can check out a range of
careers that correspond with your areas of interest.
These are all careers you could have by studying at
The Gordon, or creating a pathway to university.
4 5 6
If you highlighted If you highlighted If you highlighted
some of these things, some of these things, some of these things,
your career might your career might your career might
involve building, technical involve service skills. involve health or
skills or engineering. community services.
| 9What career could you have?
1 Administration, Finance
or Marketing
Accountant* Data entry operator Office manager
Accounts clerk Digital marketing coordinator Project manager*
Advertising account manager Executive or personal assistant Receptionist/administration assistant
Assistant accountant Finance broker* Registered tax agent
Bookkeeper Financial planner* Small business owner
Brand manager Fund manager* Supervisor/team leader
Business trainer/assessor Import/export manager Trade coordinator
Campaign coordinator Marketing coordinator
Communications coordinator Medical receptionist or secretary
Credit analyst* Office administrator
*Career opportunities following
pathway to university
A career change took me into the business medical field.
After completing an introductory course I undertook a more
advanced course. This built on my basic administration
skills as well as introduced me to management. It was
great to be able to take the steps towards a management
position in administration, between on the job experience,
and training and further study, this is what I am aiming for.
I’ve found The Gordon to be a great place to take that
first step into a brighter future if you are looking at
making a change in life. All of my teachers have been
so extremely helpful, approachable, knowledgeable
and understanding. During remote learning, I did not
feel like I was left to my own devices, they were there
every step of the way. With The Gordon, you are not
doing it on your own as long as you are engaging
and utilising what The Gordon has to offer.”
TANYA KINNIA
CERTIFICATE IV HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
10 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 06002 Art and Design
Advertising or packaging designer Floristry wholesaler
Animator Game designer
Arts worker Graphic designer
Colour consultant Illustrator
Commercial designer Industrial designer
Desktop publisher Interior designer or decorator
Digital video/visual effects producer Visual artist
Draftsperson (building/ Visual merchandiser
architecture or civil design) Website designer
Florist
The first course I chose was very practical and hands-on. I enjoyed
being able to demonstrate my skills through practical, industry
relevant assessments. This helped me discover my creativity
and desire to pursue further studies in a creative field.
Through The Gordon I was offered pathways to explore potential
careers without having to commit to long-term study until I was sure
of my preferred path. Having completed several TAFE courses, I’ve
come to realise that I don’t have to focus on one career outcome. I can
use my skills in many different ways to pursue multiple opportunities
throughout the rest of my working life. Right now, I am continuing
my studies at University as I aim to pursue a career as an architect.”
BEC GRANT
DIPLOMA OF INTERIOR DESIGN
| 113 Science, Animals and Environment Analyst Horticulturist Pet groomer Animal behaviourist Kennel/cattery attendance Pet shop assistant Animal care products advisor Laboratory technician Quality officer Animal shelter attendant Landcare project officer Quarantine officer Animal welfare assistant Landscaper Sampler Coast care officer Marine park ranger Technical officer Conservation manager Natural area restoration officer Turf manager Dog trainer Natural resource manager Veterinary clinic manager Fire management officer Nursery worker Veterinary nurse Greenkeeper Park ranger I have a background in health and liked the idea of becoming a horticultural therapist. On job searching, I realised a qualification in horticulture was really going to help me to secure work. Most jobs required Certificate III as a minimum, so that is where I started. I studied at Werribee Park. It really is a spectacular setting in which to learn all facets of horticulture. The teachers were fantastic. I enjoyed the other people in the course and I loved how hands on it was. We always did a little bit of theory in the classroom and then stepped outside to really put things into practice. I have enjoyed gardening and in particular growing food for many years as a passionate hobby. I thought I was going to become a market gardener or a horticultural therapist working with people solely growing food. During the 12 months though, I became incredibly passionate about indigenous plants. Studying at The Gordon completely changed the direction I thought I was going in. It opened up new doors and interests for me.” NATASHA CLEARY SASSE CERTIFICATE III IN HORTICULTURE 12 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 0600
4 Building, Technical Skills
and Engineering
Architect* Helpdesk operator Road constructor
Automotive glazing technician Interior designer or decorator Spray painter
Bricklayer Joiner Supply chain manager
Building inspector Mechanical engineer* System analyst
Building supervisor Motor mechanic (light or heavy) Tool maker
Cabinet maker Motorcycle repair technician Traffic manager
Carpenter Motorsport technician Transport operations manager
Civil engineer* Network engineer Vehicle customiser
Colour consultant Network security manager Warehouse manager
Concreter Painter and decorator Warehouse operator
Construction manager* Panel beater Web designer/developer
Database designer/specialist PC technician Welder
Draftsperson (building/ Plant operator Welding inspector or supervisor
architecture or civil design) Plasterer Workshop manager
E-commerce manager Plumber
Electrician Programmer
Fabricator Property developer*
Fitter and turner Quantity surveyor*
Foreman or project manager Registered builder (domestic/
Forklift or crane operator commercial)
*Career opportunities following
pathway to university
Studying at Trade School has had an enormous positive
impact on my development and ability to achieve my
career goals. My confidence in my own abilities has
grown and my skills have grown from learning from
teachers and mentors with industry experience.
I have been able to develop my skills at my own pace as the
teachers at The Gordon are very accommodating with different
learning styles, so the challenges I had at school were not a
problem at Trade School. And as the training is competency
based, I have been able to progress at my own pace.
I have been very supported as an apprentice, both
at Tenon Joinery and at The Gordon. My gender has
not been a challenge and I would certainly encourage
more women to consider taking on a trade.”
CLAIRE O’CALLAGHAN
CERTIFICATE III IN CABINET MAKING
| 135 Service Skills Beauty or spa therapist Make-up artist Tour operator/guide Body artist Manager of tourism operations Tourism officer Cafe owner Nail technician Tourism sales or marketing Catering assistant/manager Pastry cook Travel or leisure consultant Chef Product developer Visitor information officer Conference or exhibition coordinator Reservations manager Wedding planner Event coordinator Restaurateur Executive chef Retail make-up sales assistant Festival or functions coordinator Salon or spa supervisor Film and television make-up artist Session stylist Food and beverage attendant Short order cook Hairdresser Site/venue coordinator Kitchen attendant Tour desk consultant I had heard good things about The Gordon and since commencing a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery there, I have learnt many new techniques that I’ve been able to apply at my workplace. Cooking a wide array of dishes, learning new techniques and having a great group of apprentices to do trade school with has made training really enjoyable. There is huge depth of industry experience among the chefs who teach us and The Gordon students and teachers make it feel like a family.” JULIAN BARBARGALLO CERTIFICATE III IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY 14 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 0600
6 Health and Community Services
Aged care worker Family therapist* Qualified childcare
Child protection officer* Hostel/aged care supervisor worker – room leader
Childcare assistant Kindergarten assistant Qualified out of school
Community development worker Kindergarten teacher* care coordinator
Community leisure officer Primary teacher* Recreational youth activities worker
Counsellor* Nanny Registered midwife*
Disability advocate Orderly/wards person Registered nurse*
Disability support worker Pathology specimen Remedial massage therapist
Drug and alcohol counsellor* collector (phlebotomist) Residential care officer
Early childhood educator* Patient services assistant Social welfare worker
Enrolled nurse Personal or disability carer Sports massage therapist
Family day carer Physiotherapist* Youth worker
Family support worker Policy developer or researcher*
*Career opportunities following
pathway to university
With both my daughters at school, I decided it
was time to pave my own path in this world. I have
always had a great interest in health and nutrition.
After completing a Certificate III Bridging into
Nursing at The Gordon, I had the confidence and
tools I needed to apply for the Diploma of Nursing.
I really enjoyed learning in class, but when you
go out on placement it reality kicks in. It’s an
opportunity to bring all my newly learnt skills
together and practice. Placements are the
highlights of my course. It is satisfying to see
firsthand what nurses are doing in the health
industry and I cannot wait to work as an enrolled
nurse and work in the health care industry.”
NATALIE PEIXOTO
DIPLOMA OF NURSING
| 15What courses
can you study?
Accounting Community Services and Youth Work
FNS30317 Certificate III in Accounts Administration 22469VIC Course in Introduction to the National Disability
FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping F Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting F CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services F
CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work F
Administration
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability F
AHC41019 Certificate IV in Agribusiness CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs F
BSB30115 Certificate III in Business ~ CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health F
BSB31115 Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) ~ CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services F
BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business ~
BSB51918 Diploma of Leadership and Management ~ Computer and Networking Systems
HLT47315 Certificate IV in Health Administration
ICT30118 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and
Technology ~
Animal Studies
ICT40418 Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking ~
ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies ICT50418 Diploma of Information Technology Networking ~
ACM30117 Certificate III in Animal Studies UEE60411 Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering ~
ACM30417 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services
Conservation and Land Management
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
AHC31416 Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management
Beauty Therapy
AHC40916 Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management
AHC51116 Diploma of Conservation and Land Management
SHB30115 Certificate III in Beauty Services
SHB40115 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy Cookery
SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy
SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery F
Building and Contruction Trades SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
SIT31016 Certificate III in Patisserie
SIT40716 Certificate IV in Patisserie
22338VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction
Pre-apprenticeship “Carpentry” F Early Childhood
CPC20211 Certificate II in Construction Pathways ~ F
CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying ~ CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care F
CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care F
CPC30611 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating ~
CPC31912 Certificate III in Joinery Electrical
MSF20516 Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways
22453VIC Course in New Energy Technology Systems
MSF31113 Certificate III in Cabinet Making
22515VIC Course in Working Safely in the Solar Industry
22499VIC Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Pre-vocational) F
Building Design and Construction UEE30811 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician ~
CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) F
Engineering and Metal Trades
CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) F
22477VIC Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 22312VIC Course in the Use of Carbon Fibre in Composite
Manufacturing
Celebrancy 22470VIC Certificate II in Engineering Studies “Mechanical,
Fabrication and Composites” F
CHC41015 Certificate IV in Celebrancy
MEM30205 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade ~
Civil Construction MEM30305 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade ~
MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering - Welding Certification ~ F
RII30815 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations F MEM40105 Certificate IV in Engineering - Welding MIG TIG ARC ~ F
RII30915 Certificate III in Civil Construction MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical
“Civil Construction General” ~
RII30915 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying) ~ F
RII40715 Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision F
F Free TAFE course in 2021
~ This course is in transition.
The course code, title, units and content may change in future. Further information will be
provided on The Gordon website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your training.
16 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 0600Floristry Laboratory Technology
SFL30115 Certificate III in Floristry MSL30118 Certificate III in Laboratory Skills
MSL40118 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
Graphic Design MSL50118 Diploma of Laboratory Technology
CUA50715 Diploma of Graphic Design Make-up
CUA60315 Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design
CUA41215 Certificate IV in Screen and Media “Specialist
Hairdressing Make-up Services”
CUA51015 Diploma of Screen and Media “Specialist Make-up
SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant F
Services”
SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing
SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering Automotive
Health Services AUR20218 Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning
Technology ~
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support “Aged Care” F
AUR20516 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology ~ F
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support F
AUR20716 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
CHC43415 Certificate IV In Leisure and Health
“Mechanical” ~ F
HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance F
AUR30616 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology ~
HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection
AUR31016 Certificate III in Automotive Sales ~
HLT37015 Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
AUR31116 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical
HLT43015 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance F
Technology ~
HLT47015 Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services
HLT47515 Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support Nursing
Horticulture 22474VIC Certificate III in General Education for Adults “BINS”
HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing F
AHC20416 Certificate II in Horticulture F
AHC21616 Certificate II in Landscaping Plumbing
AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture F
AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction 22304VIC Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) ~ F
AHC31016 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens CPC32413 Certificate III in Plumbing
AHC31116 Certificate III in Production Nursery CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services F
AHC31216 Certificate III in Retail Nursery
AHC31316 Certificate III in Sports Turf Management ~ Remedial Massage
AHC40416 Certificate IV in Horticulture
HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage
AHC50416 Diploma of Horticulture
AHC51016 Diploma of Sports Turf Management ~ Transport and Logistics
Hospitality TLI21616 Certificate II in Warehousing Operations ~
TLI31616 Certificate III in Warehousing Operations ~
SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality F
TLI41816 Certificate IV in Warehousing Operations ~
SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality Management
Travel and Tourism
Information Technology
SIT30116 Certificate III in Tourism F
22334VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security F
ICT30118 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Vehicle Body
Technology ~
ICT40118 Certificate IV in Information Technology ~ AUR32116 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology ~
ICT50118 Diploma of Information Technology ~ AUR32216 Certificate III in Automotive Glazing Technology ~
ICT60115 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology AUR32416 Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology ~
Interior Design Visual Arts
CUA30715 Certificate III in Design Fundamentals CUA41315 Certificate IV in Visual Arts
MSF40118 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration
MSF50218 Diploma of Interior Design Work Health and Safety
BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety ~
BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety ~
| 17Pathways This flow chart provides a general guide to each course level,
through their duration and entrance requirements, and their pathway
to further study. Course duration is indicated in full-time,
The Gordon and particular courses have their own part-time equivalent.
Please check our website for specific course details.
Certificate II / VET Delivered
Pre-apprenticeship to Secondary
Duration: 6 months – 1 year Students
Requirements: Year 10 or / School-based
equivalent, at least 15 years apprenticeship
of age, or mature age
Duration: 1 – 2 years
Requirements: Year 10 or 11
(depending on school)
Certificate III Apprenticeship
Duration: 6 months – 2 years (Certificate III)
Requirements: Year 10 or Duration: 3 – 4 years
equivalent, at least 15 years Requirements: Year 10 or
of age, or mature age equivalent, at least 15 years
of age, or mature age
VCE at The Gordon VCAL / GTEC
Duration: 1 – 2 years Certificate IV Duration: 2 years
Requirements: Year 10, at least (equivalent Year 11 and 12)
Duration: 6 months – 2 years
15 years of age, or mature age Requirements: Year 10,
Requirements: Year 10 or equivalent,
at least 15 years of age
Certificate III, or mature age
Diploma
Duration: 1 – 2 years
Requirements: Year 12 or equivalent,
Certificate III, or mature age
Advanced Diploma
Duration: 1.5 – 2 years
Requirements: Year 12 or equivalent,
Certificate III, or mature age
Bachelor Degree Graduate Certificate
Duration: 3+ years Duration: 1 year (part-time)
Requirements: Year 12 VCE, a related Requirements: Related diploma,
diploma or advanced diploma advanced diploma or bachelor
qualification, or mature age degree, and industry experience
Students under 17 (15 to 16 years of age) are subject to the national youth participation requirement which states young people
must complete Year 10 and then participate in full-time education, training or employment until age 17.
For more information on this requirement visit education.vic.gov.au
18 | For the latest information visit thegordon.edu.au | Call 5225 0600Pathways
to university
Did you know that some What are the benefits?
Gordon diplomas and • Develop your further study
advanced diplomas and industry skills first.
can create a pathway • Gain two qualifications instead of one.
to university? We have • Start working in your career field
partnerships with a number (after TAFE) while completing uni.
of leading universities, • Reduce your total study time at uni,
that can provide entry with credit for your Gordon studies.
and credit into a range • Save money.
of degree programs. • Boost your future employment
and career prospects.
TAFE versus university – what’s the difference?
TAFE University
Mostly theory with some hands-on
Style of learning Mostly hands-on supported by theory.
work (depending on field of study).
Teachers Industry trained and qualified. Academics, researchers, industry professionals.
Classes and workshops. Lectures: 50 - 700 people.
Class
12 - 20 people per class. Tutorials and practicals:
structure
One teacher per subject. 15 – 30 people, one tutor per subject.
25 – 35 per week (full-time).
Contact 8 – 25 per week (full-time).
Minimises homework and
hours Significant independent study time required.
independent study time.
Qualifications Certificate I-IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma. Bachelor Degree, Honours, Masters, PhD.
Year 10–12 (or equivalent literacy and
Year 12 VCE (ATAR), a related diploma or
Entry numeracy skills).
advanced diploma qualification, or mature age.
Requirements No ATAR.
May be prerequisites and/or special requirements.
May be special entrance requirements.
Fees Varies based on individual circumstances Varies based on individual
and eligibility. Concessions may be circumstances and eligibility.
available for certificate courses. VET HECS-HELP available.
Student Loans available for some diploma
and advanced diploma courses.
Note: These are general guidelines only, and details may vary between courses.
Check the website for specific Gordon course information and requirements.
| 19Where to from here?
Do your research Useful websites
youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-careers
1. Talk to people in the field for advice
Check out a huge range of career profiles
If you really want to know what a certain career is like, talk and job application tips.
to someone who is currently doing it. They’ll give you a
myfuture.edu.au
great insight into what they do, and how they got there.
Find career information, articles and links to thousands
2. Get work experience in the industry of resources to assist you on your career journey.
This will give you an idea of whether you’ll enjoy your
chosen field and also makes a great addition to your
Choosing your VCE/VCAL subjects
course applications and resume - demonstrating At The Gordon, we don’t require you to have completed
experience and industry knowledge. VCE/VCAL subject pre-requisites in order to be
eligible for our courses. However, there are some key
3. Talk to career advisors things to remember when choosing your subjects
They’ve got access to the latest information from a which can improve your chances of selection.
range of TAFEs and universities, and can advise you 1. Check the selection requirements of
of the best way to get to your dream career. the courses you’re interested in.
The Gordon Counselling and Careers Unit also For example, some of our creative courses require
offers free access to a computer program called you to present a portfolio. Certain VCE/VCAL
Career Voyage which can help match your skills and subjects or VETDSS (VET Delivered to Secondary
interests to a possible career. All you have to do is Students) programs will help you achieve this.
make an appointment by phoning 5246 6218.
2. Complete a VETDSS (VET Delivered to Secondary
4. Go to open days Students) program in the field you’re interested in.
You’ll get a taste of what student life would be like, and speak This will demonstrate you are serious about the
with staff and students about your courses of interest. field of study and have developed some skills. If
you are hoping to gain an apprenticeship, it can
also give you a pre-apprenticeship qualification
to reduce the time of your full apprenticeship.
3. Choose subjects you’ll enjoy and are good at.
If you enjoy certain subjects at secondary school then
you’ll probably enjoy a similar field of study after school
and as a career. You’re also more likely to get good
scores for subjects you enjoy and put time into learning.
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Search all of our courses, check out our latest news and events, The Gordon’s vision is to be the first choice in
and even watch our YouTube videos for some inspiration! skills in our markets and the leader in our field.
We are committed to achieving this by providing an
Customer Service Centre enriching student experience that promotes pathways
Phone or visit one of our customer service centres at our to further study and employment, leading the skilling
Geelong or Wyndham Campuses to ask about course specific of industries and communities, and ensuring Institute
information including fees, application dates and requirements. success through sound financial management,
strategic partnerships and commercial innovation.
Sign up to the free Gordon eNews The VET Quality Framework
Stay in the loop with monthly updates about our upcoming As a quality assured RTO, The Gordon has a regulatory
adventures including new courses, key dates, events and obligation to comply with the requirements of the VET
competitions. Quality Framework. The framework includes the:
• Standards for Registered Training
Organisations (RTOs) 2015
Our key contacts
• Australian Qualifications Framework
Customer Geelong Technical • Fit and Proper Person Requirements
Service Centre Education Centre (GTEC)
• Financial Viability Requirements
P: (03) 5225 0600 P: (03) 5246 6350
• Data Provisions
E: courinfo@gordontafe.edu.au E: gtec@gordontafe.edu.au A complete version of the VET Quality Framework is
available at asqa.gov.au.
Youth Access Programs Counselling and Careers Unit
P: (03) 5225 0836 P: (03) 5225 0687
E: counsel@gordontafe.edu.au E: careerscounselling@
gordontafe.edu.au
From school
Careers advisors
Get to know them! Their job is to help you figure out what
you’d like to do after school and the best way to get there.
School presentations/campus tours
We host lots of school groups from Years 9-12 each year for
presentations, activities and tours at our campuses. Check
with your careers advisor if you have an excursion planned,
and if not, ask if you can do one. We’d love to see you!
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Geelong City Campus
2 Fenwick Steet,
Geelong, Victoria, 3220
East Geelong Campus
Boundary Road,
East Geelong, Victoria, 3219
Wyndham
Werribee Campus
24 Watton Street,
Werribee, Victoria, 3030
Hoppers Crossing Trades Campus
195 Old Geelong Road,
Hoppers Crossing, Victoria, 3029
Werribee Princes Campus
1180 Princes Highway,
Werribee, Victoria, 3030
Colac
Colac Trade Training Centre
173 Queen Street,
Colac, Victoria, 3250
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Contact Us
P: (03) 5225 0600
E: courinfo@gordontafe.edu.au
Mail: Private Bag 1, Geelong Mail Centre
Victoria, Australia, 3221
Accessibility enquiries
(03) 5225 0835 or email
disabilitysupportservices@gordontafe.edu.au
Hearing or speech impaired?
Call us via the National Relay Service
TTY/Voice 133677
Speak and Listen (SSR) 1300 555 727
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