Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Jobs of the future will require new and different skills to the current workforce.  STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills are critical for jobs of the future — they can help you to design and use new technologies, solve important problems, help people, make a difference to society and protect our environment. Currently, 75 per cent of jobs in the fastest growing industries require STEM skills, and 90 per cent of jobs will require people with STEM skills in the next two to five years.

The focus on STEM is vital to Western Australia’s future economy and local jobs. Having a broad range of STEM skills means greater opportunities for employment, and satisfying careers for  young people and anyone wanting a change in career or direction. 

STEM occupations range from laboratory technicians, digital media and information technology, computer systems engineering, robotics, computer software development and accounting and bookkeeping. The opportunities are endless!  

Working in STEM.
Working in STEM.
Working in STEM.
Working in STEM.
Working in STEM.

Skills Ready: Free training and more!

Skills Ready.

We’re making training affordable and accessible so you can boost your skills and be job ready as the WA economy recovers.

How about a free training course — yes... free! Or choose from over 70 half-price qualifications that match up with where the jobs are.

To meet the specific needs of businesses for COVID-19,  we have new skill sets — fast track training to get you job ready — and to make sure anyone can get skills ready we have made a range of courses available online at TAFE colleges.

Take a look!

 

Take2STEM: Careers and jobs information

The Take 2 STEM campaign is about promoting the importance of STEM skills to ensure that all Western Australians are well-placed to take up new and emerging jobs. 

WA is already a leader in technologies such as cyber security, data analysis, remote operations, robotics and medical research, and Take2STEM will build on these strengths to ensure our workforce has the capacity to attract investment and remain globally competitive. 

The Take2STEM campaign features videos of a range of WA STEM champions, a website and a logo co-designed by WA young people. Part of the State Government's STEM Skills Strategy, Take2STEM includes a focus on increasing participation in under-represented groups, including girls and women, people from lower socio-economic backgrounds and Aboriginal students. 

 

STEM skills for exciting careers

Imagine developing software and AI systems to improve crops, repair submarines, and make new discoveries in space. That’s what WA companies are doing right now — and they are looking for people with STEM skills to help them do it. 

STEM skills enable us to make new discoveries in healthcare and medical research to improve our quality of life and to combat illness and disease. The healthcare  in Australia industry is growing, and your STEM skills will be highly valued by employers!

STEM courses

STEM offers a huge range of training options. Use the course search below to find out more (select from the options under Industry area, and/or the keyword search, to refine the results). Select a qualification or course title to see a list of training providers in Western Australia who deliver it – then select a provider to find out more. 


 

Using this course list
The list presented here is only for this industry category.  You can select a qualification or course title to see a list of training providers in Western Australia who deliver it – then select a provider to find out more.

A full course list across all industry areas is available here

Industry categories
The list of courses displayed for a selected industry category is intended to assist individuals learn more about occupation and training pathways, and may not represent all possible pathways for an industry.  For further assistance on occupation and training pathways please contact your nearest Jobs and Skills Centre on 13 64 64. 

Please note
The vocational education and training (VET) courses delivered in Western Australia on this course list are funded through the Department of Training and Workforce Development; these are referred to as publicly funded training.  A range of qualifications and courses for priority industry areas and occupations are subsidised under Jobs and Skills WA, to reduce the cost of training in priority skill areas. To find out more about which courses are subsidised, please take a look at the information available on the main Training page.

Other non-publicly funded courses are available through TAFE colleges and private providers; however these are not included in this course list. To find these other courses, you can search a list of all VET courses in WA via the myskills.gov.au website.

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    Certificate III in Urban Pest Management

    National ID : CPP30119 | State ID : BEX4

    Get a career that won't bug you!

    This qualification will provide you the practical skills and knowledge to apply pesticides and carry out appropriate pest management treatments for domestic and commercial properties.

    Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

    National ID : NWP30222 | State ID : BIH1

    Help save our precious water for the future!

    If you're seeking an operational role in the Australian water industry, this is the perfect place to start.

    Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations

    National ID : FBP30921 | State ID : BGZ6

    Pour yourself a nice glass of great career!

    If you dream of working at a winery, or starting a career in the wine industry, this is the course for you!

    Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation

    National ID : AHC33016 | State ID : BCY2

    This course is designed to provide you with a range of practical skills, technical training and communication skills for a career in wool classing.

    Certificate III in Work Health and Safety

    National ID : BSB30719 | State ID : BEQ5

    Complete Certificate III in Work Health and Safety and you can expect to be a valued addition to any organisation as a work health and safety officer or WHS coordinator.

    Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice

    National ID : HLT40213 | State ID : J583

    For a career that makes a difference in community healthcare — FEE FREE!

    This qualification reflects the role of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people working to provide a range of clinical primary health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities, including specific health care programs, advice and assistance with medication, and administration of medication.

    Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)

    National ID : MEA40618 | State ID : BDW5

    Keep those aircraft in the air!

    Learn how to repair, overhaul, test and troubleshoot all manner of aircraft electrical and electronic aircraft systems when you complete this qualification.

    Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)

    National ID : MEA40718 | State ID : BDW1

    Learn how to repair, overhaul, test and troubleshoot all manner of aircraft mechanical systems when you complete this qualification.

    Certificate IV in Agriculture

    National ID : AHC40116 | State ID : BDF2

    Take your career in agriculture to the next level!

    If you're looking for a qualification that combines farming skills and business administration for jobs such as team leader or farm supervisor, this is the course for you!

    Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion

    National ID : MST40222 | State ID : BIY4

    Strike a pose, let's start your fashion career right here!

    If you love creating things that you can see and feel, and would love to work in the fashion industry, this is the course for you! No experience is required, just a great creative spark and a love for fashion!

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    State Government STEM strategy and priorities

    In May 2018 the State Government announced Western Australia’s first ever State STEM strategy. The strategy aims to build a globally competitive and innovative workforce with the skills to drive our technological future and create new job opportunities.

     

    The State Government has also identified increasing participation in STEM as a key target in the Our Priorities: Sharing Prosperity program. This will be supported by training courses and programs, and skills development initiatives.