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Program update for 2026

Thank you to everyone who submitted an application. We appreciate the time and effort you invested.

Chisholm will be processing Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from applicants who meet the priority industry areas for the 2026 intake. If your application aligns with one of these areas, we will contact you to attend an information session.

Current trade priority areas listed for the 2026 intake:

  • Electrical

Current Defence Trade priority areas listed for the 2026 intake:

  • Electrical Fitting
  • Electronics and Communications
  • Engineering Fabrication
  • Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
  • Air-conditioning/Refrigeration

Defence personnel, veterans and non-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Applicants who have already submitted an EOI for 2026 in one of the above priority areas do not need to apply again.

Interested in becoming a TAFE teacher?

If you haven't yet completed your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE), this program offers a unique pathway.

Make a career change: combine your industry expertise with the opportunity to gain your TAE qualification, all while being employed and training to teach at TAFE.

The Quality TAFE Teacher Program supports industry professionals transitioning into teaching by offering employment at Chisholm while completing a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

This program includes:

  • Full-time employment
  • A fixed-term 12-month contract
  • Structured support to develop your skills as a TAFE teacher.

How does it work?

If you're accepted into the program, you'll begin working at Chisholm while completing your Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE). You will also undertake supervised work placement alongside Chisholm students or apprentices.

While the TAE qualification typically takes 9 months or more to complete, this tailored delivery model is designed to support you to begin teaching sooner.

Program support

To support your career transition, Chisholm provides:

  • A dedicated mentor or supervisor
  • Cohort-based TAE delivery with like-minded peers
  • Supervised work placement within Chisholm
  • Practical teaching experience to build confidence and capability

Program delivery

Commencement: 5 October 2026

  • Delivery mode: TAE delivery at the Frankston Campus, department-based work days arranged by the employing department
  • Salary: Determined based on industry experience and recruitment process

Example weekly schedule

The program runs Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm.

  • Three days: TAE course delivery (theory, group work and assessments)
  • Two days: Department-based activities, including:
    • Completing assessments or study day
    • Shadowing teachers
    • Supporting classes
    • Contributing to departmental duties

Program requirements and eligibility

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be an industry professional or qualified tradesperson in a priority area
  • Have at least 3 years of industry experience
  • Be an Australian citizen or have the right to work in Australia
  • Provide a National Police Check
  • Provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)

All educators will be required to provide certified eligibility documentation and qualifications through Cited for verification.

Application

Applicants who have already submitted an expression of interest (EOI) for 2026 in one of the above priority areas do not need to apply again.

If you have not yet submitted an EOI for 2026, please apply below.

Applications close at 5 pm on Wednesday 22 July 2026.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding the Quality TAFE Teacher program, please contact: qtt@chisholm.edu.au