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!
Skills Ready: Free training and more!
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.
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.
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
National ID : AUR40216 | State ID : BAB6
Time to rev up your auto career? Here you go!
If you're a mechanic (or an experienced auto worker) who would like to boost your employment or career prospects, or gain some advanced skills to move into a more specialised area, this is the course for you! This nationally recognised and accredited qualification will give you advanced skills and knowledge in light vehicle diagnostics.
Certificate IV in Autonomous Control and Remote Operations
National ID : 52851WA | State ID : BGO91
Want to work with robots and exciting technology? FEE FREE!
Many industries are now using autonomous technology such as robotics across different aspects of their business — that includes areas such as mining, manufacturing, automotive production, and much more! Here's your chance to learn about these exciting new technologies, and enter a whole new world!
Certificate IV in Civil Construction
National ID : RII40720 | State ID : BGK1
Build your skills for a civil construction career move!
If you're ready to take your career in civil construction to the next level to work on larger or more complex projects, or become a supervisor or project leader, this is the qualification you need.
Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision)
National ID : RII40720 | State ID : AD19
Step up to a leadership role in civil construction!
If you're ready to take your career in civil construction to the next level and become a supervisor or project leader, this is the qualification you need!
Certificate IV in Computer Systems
National ID : UEE40120 | State ID : BFL8
Boot up for a serious career in technology — FEE FREE!
When you complete the Certificate IV in Computer Systems you'll be set up for an exciting IT career! This course is perfect for anyone who has experience in computer systems and wants to progress to higher level work, or for anyone who is serious about their technology career and wants a qualification that matches.
Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
National ID : AHC40920 | State ID : BGH6
Help save the world with this course!
If you’re interested in protecting ecosystems and restoring the natural environment, and would love a career working in nature, the Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management is the course for you!
Certificate IV in Cyber Security
National ID : 22603VIC | State ID : BGT15
Ready to protect and defend against cyber crime? FEE FREE!
Jump straight into the world of cyber security and become a skilled and trusted professional in a fast growing industry! In a world where cyber attacks are increasing, now is the time to gain in demand skills that can form the foundation for a career and a job of the future in cyber security.
Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
National ID : HLT45021 | State ID : BGW8
This qualification will give you the skills to provide an advanced level of assistance to a dentist, dental hygienist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist or oral health therapist working in a dental clinic or specialist facility.
Certificate IV in Drilling Operations
National ID : RII40920 | State ID : BFI3
Ready to boost your drilling career to the next level?
This is the standard qualification requirement for site supervisors in Australia. It's ideal for anyone with drilling operations experience, who now wants to move into a team leader or site supervisor role.
Certificate IV in Electrical – Instrumentation
National ID : UEE40420 | State ID : BFK8
Give your career a zap, and upskill in instrumentation!
How would you like to gain the practical skills and knowledge to be able to work as an instrumentation and control technician? This course can make that happen!
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.
Read more about the STEM strategy at the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation website.
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.
For more information about Our Priorities: Sharing Prosperity visit the WA Government website.