VET graduate Jai Scoles completed a Certificate II in Engineering Pathways through TasTAFE in 2025 and has since secured an apprenticeship as a mechanical fitter with Incat, helping to build the company’s world‑renowned aluminium vessels for Tasmanian, interstate and international markets. Growing up in southern Tasmania, Jai always had a strong interest in hands‑on work. […]
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TasTAFE’s Certificate II in Plumbing continues to open doors for learners across Tasmania. Following strong demand in Hobart, the program expanded to Devonport – where recent graduate Tiannah Leonard secured an apprenticeship with Hadspen Plumbing & Gas after impressing during her work placement. Led by TasTAFE plumbing teacher Sam Willan, the Certificate II program gives
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Job: Surveillance Officer
Industry/Sector: Health
Georgina said the flexibility and support she found at the University of Tasmania were essential for completing her master’s degree, as she balanced study with full-time work and raising a family.
Job: IT Support Officer
Industry/Sector: ICT
Sabrina Blundell didn’t take the usual path into the world of ICT (Information and Communications Technology). But her story shows that there’s no one “right” way to chase your goals.
Job: Kitchen Operations Support Staff
Industry/Sector: Tourism and Hospitality
I’m much more confident, whereas before my nerves were bundled up all the time and I was freaking out inside. Now I’m much better at managing my stress and anxiety and being more confident with dealing with customers.
Job: Teacher – VET
Industry/Sector: Education
I was in a bit of a rut with nursing, and just wanted a shake-up – something to excite me again, so I decided to take the TasTAFE pathway and I haven’t looked back.
Job: Teacher – VET
Industry/Sector: Education
I’ve always enjoyed the teaching side of things. Helping people grow and expand their skillset, seeing the outcomes, the satisfaction…and providing them with the knowledge to be able to do things well.
More than ever, we’re seeing how change can affect careers. Adapting to COVID-19 has meant that many people have been forced to change how they work. Some workers may have seen a reduction to the hours they work. While others may have lost their job completely. In reality though, change is a normal part of
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