Vocational Education in Schools 

Enrolling in a vocational education and training (VET) course at school (VETDSS) can offer our young people a powerful head start toward a meaningful career or further study. These hands-on learning experiences combine accredited qualifications with practical skills, enabling students to leave school with industry recognised credentials often at Certificate II or III level. 

VET courses allow students to explore potential career paths, refine their strengths, and build a network through real-world work placements and industry engagement. They are designed to expand students interest and or meet local workforce demands, providing clear pathways into apprenticeships, traineeships, further vocational study, direct employment or further tertiary studies. 

Students can gain credits toward their Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Vocational Major (VM) or Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC), reducing their VCE load while earning points toward tertiary entrance. All these advantages make VET an ideal way for young people to gain confidence, direction, and practical readiness for life after school.

Please click on the images below to view the VET provider course guides.

As some 2026 guides are not yet available, please refer to the 2025 versions to assist with your course selection. These guides will be updated as new information is received from the providers. If a course listed in the 2025 guide is not offered in 2026, Bronte our VET Coordinator will contact you directly.

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