Vocational
Adelaide is the only place in the world offering courses that borrow from the Swiss, French and Australian culinary traditions. Adelaide's vocational education and training (VET) system comprises the government-owned TAFE South Australia (with campuses across the state) and a wide variety of private training organizations.
As a VET student, you'll earn qualifications in fields such as IT, primary industries, manufacturing, business and tourism/ hospitality, to name just a few. These qualifications are recognized all over the world; and thanks to Adelaide's pathways, you can easily move across to university degree courses, with your VET qualification counting towards entry.
Adelaide Pacific International College
Adelaide Pacific International College is an Australian Registered Training Organization committed to offering excellence in Education Facilitation for both
local and International students. APIC is dedicated to making our student’s study experience in Adelaide as enjoyable and rewarding as possible.
APIC is focused on developing quality students with sound employability skills
and work ethics that are essential for personal and professional success.
Therefore, APIC aims to provide our students with all round support services; this includes: FREE English support classes, accommodation assistance, support regarding employment search and relevant preparation such as interview etiquette and resume tips. Throughout their study period students will receive a balanced combination of theory and practical experience at industry level in their chosen course. APIC has in place committed placement officers and student counsel services,
promoting a friendly, safe and comfortable learning environment. APIC staff are always ready and willing to assist with any queries. Queries are welcome on the college phone number +61 08 8410 7222 or visit our website for more details on www.apic.sa.edu.au
- Major areas of study: Certificate III in Automotive Specialist, Certificate III & IV in Automotive Mechanical Technology, Certificate IV and Diploma in Frontline Management and Diploma of Community Welfare. APIC offers short courses such as Certificate III in Aged Care, Certificate II in Security Operations, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and IELTS preparation course.
- Number of students: 850
- Number of international students: 807
- Percentage of international students: 95%
- Course fees: $2,050 - $24,000
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Australian Institute SA
The Australian Institute of South Australia is a progressive high profiled training institute offering specialist training in Commercial Cookery, Hairdressing and Business Studies. The Australian Institute is a sister-college to the Perth Institute in Western Australia who has been operational since 1993. The Institutes pride themselves on developing courses that cater to the changing demands of industry, both in Australia and internationally. Award courses offered at the Australian Institute of SA have a strong focus on ensure students receive the perfect mix of academic and practical training which ultimately ensures our graduates success in their chosen career. The Australian Institute provides a support service available to help international students settle in Adelaide, including an orientation program prior to the start of the course to introduce students to their course award and to all the facilities that the Institute offers. The Institutes also offer a free internet service to students so that they can keep in touch with their family and friends at home, via emails.
- Major areas of study: Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diplomas in Commercial Cookery, Business Studies and Hairdressing
- Number of students: 400
- Number of international students: 350
- Percentage of international students: 87.5%
- Course fees $12000 - $26,000
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Cambridge International College
Cambridge International College (CIC) is a multi campus English language and Vocational Education and Training (VET) institute conveniently located in Adelaide's Central Business District (CBD), with easy access to public transport. The campus is equipped with modern style classrooms, library resources, and student recreational areas.
- Major areas of study: English Language Studies, Certificate and Diploma Studies in Graphic Pre-Press, Multimedia, Community Welfare, Business (Marketing), Business (Management) and Hairdressing
- Number of students: 1200
- Number of international students :1200
- Percentage of international students: 100%
- Course fees: $5850 - $20,000
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Careers Australia College of Healthcare
Careers Australia College of Healthcare offers a range of high-quality nationally recognized qualifications to domestic and international students in nursing, health and counselling. It is the largest private provider of the Diploma of Nursing to international students in Australia.
- Major areas of study: Aged Care, Disability, Nursing
- Number of students : 175
- Number of international students: 120
- Percentage of international students : 77%
- Course fees: $7,500 - $22,000
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Carrick Institute of Education
With a longstanding history in delivering quality education for over 21 years, Carrick Institute of Education (Carrick) offers a variety of vocational and higher education courses from Certificate II to Advanced Diploma in business, hairdressing, English language, hospitality and tourism. The institute’s reputation, commitment to quality and excellence makes it highly sought after by local and international students.
- Major Areas of Study: Vocational courses (Cert III to Advanced Diploma) in Hospitality, Hairdressing, Business and Community Welfare. English Language courses and Higher Education course: Bachelor of Business (Hospitality & Tourism Management)
- Number of Students: 8000 nationally
- Course Fees: A$1,500 - $39,900
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EQUALS International
The EQUALS International Institute is one of Australia's leading private vocational training organisations. For over 18 years, EQUALS has specialised in providing high quality, industry driven learning programs for people all over world. Students enjoy a personal, supportive learning environment and our graduates benefit from excellent career and university opportunities.
- Major Areas of Study: Diploma level qualifications in Nursing, Aged Care Work, Disability and Community Welfare, Hospitality, Business and Remedial Massage Therapy
- Number of Students: 250 across Australia
- Number of International Students: 140
- Percentage of International Students: 56%
- Teaching Staff: 18
- Course fees: A$1,995 - $22,000
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International College of Hotel Management
ICHM's Swiss Hotel Association Diploma of International Hotel Management is regarded as one of the most prestigious industry qualifications in the world. Worldwide industry internships are arranged by the college, through a network of key contacts in more than 400 hotels, resorts and hospitality providers. Following the three year diploma program, students can go on to gain the ICHM Bachelor Degree - a university level degree for those seeking top positions in a highly competitive industry.
- Number of Students: 440
- Total international students: 350
- Teaching staff: 20
- Most popular undergraduate degree programs: Swiss Hotel Association Diploma of International Hotel Management, ICHM Bachelor Degree
- Course fees: A$27,700 (A$21,000 tuition, A$6,700 accommodation and meals)
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Le Cordon Bleu
Since being established in 1895, Le Cordon Bleu has grown to become one of the world's most prominent organizations dedicated to culinary and hospitality education. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate hospitality business degrees for entrepreneurial business executives.
- Total student population: 450
- Percentage of international students: 80%
- Teaching staff: 25 dedicated lecturers plus staff from the University of South Australia and TAFE SA
- Most popular degree programs: The Bachelor of Business (International Hotel Management), The Bachelor of Business (International Restaurant Management), Master of International Hospitality Management & MBA (Int' Hotel and Restaurant Management)
- Course fees: A$62,400 (3 years Bachelor degree), Masters from A$31,200- A$34,210
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Nursing Industry Skills Centre (Australian Nursing Federation, SA Branch)
The Nursing Industry Skills Centre provides an exciting range of courses and programs that can either support individuals as they enter nursing practice or provide opportunities for existing nurses to maintain and develop skills. Offering students a career pathway beginning with a nursing career at Certificate III level and can also offer education at Diploma level in Nursing.
- Major areas of study: Certificate – Aged Care Work, Ageing and Disability, Diploma of Nursing
- Number of students: 100
- Number of international students: 15
- Percentage of international students: 15%
- Course fees: $2,800 - $8,000
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Sheffield College
Sheffield College is a Registered Training Organisation with a mission to provide quality education and internationally recognised programmes. Students graduating from Sheffield would be professionally competent and socially confident for direct entry into employment. They would also be able to contribute and participate effectively in the local, national and international communities. Their vision is to facilitate realisation of optimal potential of the students from all backgrounds and to be the preferred college for students and employers locally, nationally and internationally. Sheffield college provides excellent student support services, fully equipped learning facilities including computer labs and automotive workshop. The convenient city location makes travel easy for students. Frequent extra-curricular activities are organised outside of the classroom for better acculturation and social integration with the local communities.
- Major courses: Certificate II, III and IV in English Proficiency, Diploma of Community Services Work, Certificate IV and Diploma of Business, Certificate III in Automotive Specialist, Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology. Course packages are also offered.
- Total number of Students: 238
- Course Fees- A $ 3,200 – 20,000
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TAFE South Australia
Renowned for helping more than one million students move on to their chosen career or university degree over the past decade, research shows that 91 per cent of graduates either go on to university of find a job once they have completed their TAFE South Australia qualification - that's a higher rate than any other state in Australia.
- Total student population: 80,000 Total international students: 1,550
- Percentage of international students: 2%
- Teaching staff: 5,400
- Most popular programs: Beauty Therapy, Hospitality, Business, Engineering, English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students, Interpreting and Translating, Cookery and Food Science, Tourism, Performing and Visual Arts
- Course fees: A$8,000- A$21,750 per year
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Quality Training & Hospitality College
Since 1992 Quality Training & Hospitality College (formerly the Quality Training Company ) has gained extensive experience in delivering hospitality and management training both in South Australia and increasingly across Australia. Our experience is multinational and spans diverse markets and a full spectrum of businesses big and small.
- Major areas of study: Specialize in Hospitality Training, from entry level to Advanced Diploma
- Number of students: 400
- Number of international students: 45
- Percentage of international students 11%
- Course fees: $12,000 - $27,000
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