Pre-apprenticeship courses can prepare you for an apprenticeship, as well as help you get the apprenticeship you want. Successful completion of some pre-apprenticeship courses also help you complete your apprenticeship faster.

GippsTAFE offers pre-apprenticeships in the following trades/occupations:

Automotive

21560VIC Certificate II in Automotive (Technology Studies)*

Building and Decorating

21844VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction (Carpentry) *
21844VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction (Bricklaying)*

Electrotechnology

21887VIC Certificate II in Electrotechnology Studies (Pre-vocational)

Engineering

21566VIC Certificate II in Engineering Studies*

Furnishing

21278VIC Certificate II in Furnishing (Cabinet-making, Wood Machining, Furniture Polishing)*

Hair design and beauty

WRH20106 Certificate II in Hairdressing*

Horticulture

RTF20403 Certificate II in Horticulture (Landscaping)
RTF20703 Certificate II in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens)
RTF20803 Certificate II in Horticulture (Turf)

Hospitality

SIT20307 Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations)

* Successful completion of these pre-apprenticeship programs may result in a duration credit of 6, 9 or 12 months off the relevant apprenticeship.