There is a range of nationally accredited TAFE qualifications (Certificates II – IV) available for Years 11 & 12 ACCESS students. These qualifications provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to enter a specific profession, trade or occupation.
For more detailed information and all the courses available to Year 11 and 12 students, please see the booklet below
Qualifications are offered through the following Registered Training Organisations including:
Fremantle Education Centre
Health Science Hub
ivet
North Metropolitan TAFE
Skills Strategies International
South Metropolitan TAFE
WA Academy of BeautyÂ
2027 VET CertificatesÂ
https://www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au/secondary-school-students-vetdss
https://santamaria.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/SM-TAFE-VETDSS-Course-List-2027.pdf
https://santamaria.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Application-Process-2026.pdf
In addition to vocational training, students have the opportunity to gain Workplace Learning experience through work placement programs. These programs provide students with hands-on experience in their chosen profession and help to prepare them for the workforce. Students usually complete three blocks of two week of work placement in May and October of Year 11 and May of Year 12. All hours are counted toward Endorsed Programs for School Curriculum & Standards Authority Graduation.
If you are a Santa Maria College student interested in enrolling in a VET qualification, speak to Mrs Martin, Head of Careers and VET for more information on the qualifications available and the enrolment process.