The Women in Trades Passport short course is a suite of FREE short courses for women to help them build their careers and gain an insight and experience in the trades sector.
To be eligible for these FREE courses you need to enrol in at least two of the courses. Further eligibility criteria applies.
What will I Learn?
This course encompasses multiple short courses.
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card)
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Enter and work in confined spaces
Work Safely at Heights
Licence to operate a forklift truck
Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
Course in Licensing for Non-Slewing Telehandler Operations with a Rated Capacity Over 3 Tonnes
Provide First Aid
To be eligible for these FREE courses you need to enrol in at least two of the courses.
Course Outcomes and Career Opportunities
This course can provide a number of licences/tickets depending on which options you decide to complete.
Information Session
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
You must be at least 16 years old to apply for this course. Exceptions to this age restriction may be considered. Contact us for further information.
Units offered
Assessment
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
There are currently no course dates available to book.Join the waitlist to be notified when dates become available.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
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Course Fees
$0.00
No concession or government funding applies
Resource and/or materials costs
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
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Additional course fees
Indicative Course Fee
Course consumable/materials (approximate)
$0.00
Student services fee
An annual student services fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services.
Student service fee
Annual amount
Concession rate
$100.00
Standard rate
$150.00
This fee is non-refundable upon commencement of your course. Some students may be exempt from the student service fee. Your fee will be confirmed based on your circumstances when you enrol.
How do I pay for the short course?
Booking your short course is easy and starts online. Once you've completed your online booking, you can choose from the following convenient payment options:
Online: pay securely via our online payment portal.
Over the phone: we will call you to take EFTPOS payment over the phone using your credit or debit card.
In person: visit your nearest campus to pay by card.
Authority to Invoice: if you nominate a third party (such as your employer) to cover your course cost, we will email you an Authority to Invoice form.
Withdrawals, Refunds and Course Date Changes
If you are wanting to withdraw from your studies. Please see our policy below.
Notification of withdrawal
Type of refund
More than five business days before the course commencement date
Full refund or you have the option to transfer to a new date in an identical course
Less than or including five business days before the course commencement date
No refund. You have the option to transfer to a new date in an identical course
Course commencement date and after including "no show."
No refund, no transfer to a new date and no substitutions.
LLN Assessment – Complete an LLN assessment if required.
Chat to our team – Discuss your course and study plan with a teacher or specialist.
Enrol – Accept your offer and confirm your details.
Pay – Receive your invoice and arrange payment.
Need help? Contact us or visit your nearest campus.
Upcoming course dates
Register your interest to be informed of upcoming dates.
Careers and Course Advice
Not sure which course is right for you? South West TAFE will help you find your way.
Our Careers Coaches at the Skills and Jobs Centre is here to support you. Whether you’re exploring career options, transitioning from school to the workforce or looking to study after school we’re here to help you.
Student Support
As a SWTAFE student, you can access a variety of support services that will enhance your study experience and help you complete your studies successfully. For more information about any of these services, visit our student page.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
