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How to apply

Apply now for year 10 or 11 in 2026.

We welcome applications from students of public or private schools.

    For  a full-time place:

  • Apply online for full-time industry training at the technical colleges in Findon, Tonsley, or The Heights.
  • For  a part-time place:

  • Talk to your school’s career counsellor or VET coordinator to apply for part-time industry training at Technical Colleges in Findon, Tonsley, The Heights, Port Augusta or Mount Gambier. If endorsed, your school will submit your application.
  • Once you apply and meet the initial eligibility criteria, our dedicated team will support you through the next steps of the process.

Submit at least 2 distinct pieces of evidence showcasing your genuine interest in your chosen industry. This will demonstrate your readiness to fully engage in the program. Examples include:

Industry exposure

  • Evidence of part-time work, volunteering, or work experience relevant to your chosen industry.
  • Examples: Personal or employer statements, certificates of participation, emails, letters, or reports detailing dates, hours worked and tasks completed.

School-based industry exploration

  • Evidence of participation in industry immersion days, VET taster days, career expos, MyFuture or My Careers Portal activities (e.g., career profiles, self-assessments, virtual job experiences), or school tasks related to your industry, including Year 10 'Exploring Identities and Futures'.
  • Examples: Personal statements, school reports, screenshots or PDFs from MyFuture and My Careers Portal.

Accredited training

  • Evidence of completed VET units, short courses or micro-credentials.
  • Examples: Emails, letters, or reports from RTOs or schools with enrolment and training details, records of results and statements of attainment.

If you meet the readiness requirements, complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to make sure you have the necessary reading and numeracy skills for success in the industry training programs.

Attend an interview with your parents or carers to discuss the industry training programs, the expectations of attending a technical college, and your suitability for this type of senior secondary program.

If we offer you a place at the technical college, your final step is to complete and submit the enrolment documentation.

Please note that enrolment is not guaranteed, as places are limited and the programs are in high demand. We aim for career success for every student, so we accept those who are dedicated and meet the entry requirements.

Apply now for year 10 or 11 in 2026.

Regional applications

To apply for part-time industry training at technical colleges in Port Augusta or Mount Gambier, speak to your school’s career counsellor or VET coordinator.

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