Bendigo TAFE– previously called Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE–takes care of all the vocational education and training needs in the area. Browse a range of courses available in Bendigo and surrounds and get started today.
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MYOB Advanced Certificate
Gain an advanced workforce-ready skillset in MYOB. It’s one of the most highly awarded MYOB courses that you could take. The Advanced Certificate in MYOB for accountancy, bookkeeping and administration roles is loaded with specially rated achievements....
Certificate IV Celebrancy (Zoom Classroom) CHC41015
Are you looking for a career that will give you emotional fulfilment? When you become a marriage celebrant, your work day is to help your clients have the best day of their lives. Over recent years, there has been a staggering shift from traditional ch...
Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication BSB40820
Become a confident communicator by learning how to apply solutions for marketing and communications situations in a variety of business contexts. You will develop a range of specialist marketing skills as well as other broad business skills that will a...
Certificate IV Celebrancy (Online) CHC41015
Are you looking for a career that will give you emotional fulfilment? When you become a marriage celebrant, your work day is to help your clients have the best day of their lives. Over recent years, there has been a staggering shift from traditional ch...
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) CPC40120
Move up the career ladder without attending a classroom with our nationally accredited CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). You’ll learn safety, contracts, structural principles and materials, estimating, and many more skill...
Certificate IV in Disability CHC43121
Our nationally accredited CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability is designed to equip you with the skills to advocate for and empower vulernable people. You’ll unlock a vast range of different job opportunities and learn how to become an inspiring suppo...
Certificate II in Horticulture AHC20416
Suitable for home gardeners and sole traders, including handypersons, landscapers and gardeners, this nationally accredited course is delivered by industry experts and will teach you: How to recognise plants, prepare plant specimens and provide informa...
Certificate III in School Based Education Support CHC30221
The CHC30221 Certificate III in School based Education Support offers the best of both worlds: the flexibility of online learning, with a practical 140 hours of work placement in a real classroom of your choosing, so you can practice and perfect what y...
Certificate IV in Leadership and Management BSB40520
This course will help progress your career to the next level. Learn transferable leadership skills, which will take you from team member to manager. These skills can be used across many industries, allowing you to graduate with numerous career opportun...
Certificate IV in Youth Work CHC40421
Our nationally recognised CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work is designed to kick start your career in community services. Become a highly valued employee and learn the skills and knowledge you need to support and empower young people at risk. Unlock...
Certificate III in Health Administration HLT37315
This course will teach you how to maintain patient and financial records, manage information and resources and contribute to innovation in the workplace. The Certificate III in Health Administration equips you with knowledge of medical terminology and...
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33015
The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance equips you with a solid understanding of how to assist with allied health programming, how to interpret basic medical terminology and how to comply with infection prevention and control policies. You wil...
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetics Specialisation) HLT43015
The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetics Specialisation) is a nationally recognised training qualification which teaches you how to implement health care program activities, confirm a patient’s physical health status, int...
Certificate III in Dental Assisting HLT35021
The HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting is the ideal starting point for a successful career in the dental sector. You will gain critical experience, skills and knowledge in the field of dental assistance, with a strong focus on how to provide...
Certificate III in Education Support and Certificate IV in Education Support CHC30213/CHC40213
The Certificate III in Education Support and Certificate IV in Education Support dual qualification, will equip you with the skills required to support students with different developmental issues, and the knowledge needed to guide responsible behaviou...
Certificate IV in Dental Assisting – Radiography Specialisation HLT45021
The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography) ensures you graduate with a strong understanding of medical imaging and radiation biology along with a superior skillset for assisting dental practitioners. This course is a natural p...
Certificate III in Dental Assisting and Certificate IV in Dental Assisting – Dental Radiography HLT35015, HLT45015
Enter the dental industry with a nationally recognised qualification. Combine the HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting and HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting to become fully qualified in dental assisting and ready to start work in the...
Certificate IV in Dental Assisting HLT45021
The HLT45021 Certificate IV in Dental Assisting is perfect for individuals who have completed a Certificate III in Dental Assisting and are looking to challenge themselves and upskill what they have already learned. Graduating from this course will lea...
Accounts Administration & Payroll Course Plus Xero & MYOB
Become a Certified Accounts Administrator and boost your career! Up your practical knowledge and stand out from the crowd with our intermediate online course. You’ll gain skills in accounting, GST, Xero, payroll, Microsoft Excel and much more....
Dog Psychology, Behaviour & Training Certificate
Teaching all dogs new tricks. Here’s your chance to teach your dog good behaviour habits in the human and canine world. Our highly instructive online course will teach you all about canine psychology, their senses and behaviour, and you’ll learn how to...
Online Bendigo courses also available
Bendigo is one of the major cities in Victoria, Australia. If you consider all of the outlying towns in the area that fall under the City of Greater Bendigo, it covers an impressive 3000 square kilometres. It was born during the gold rush but is now a major centre for tourism, education, engineering, and commerce. It’s one of the largest rural towns in Australia and Bendigo TAFE caters to all students in the surrounding area.
Bendigo TAFE– previously called Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE–takes care of all the vocational education and training needs in the area.
Let’s take a closer look at what TAFE Courses in Bendigo has to offer students.
Popular TAFE Courses in Bendigo
- Diploma of Counselling
- Certificate in MYOB 19
- Certificate III in Education Support (Teacher’s Aide)
- Certificate III in Aged Care
- Certificate IV in Bookkeeping
- Diploma of Share Trading and Investment
- Certificate II in Nail Technology
- Certificate IV in Small Business Management
- Diploma of Events
- Certificate III in Disability
What TAFE Study Options are Available to me in Bendigo?
Bendigo TAFE caters to all sorts of people. It has apprenticeships and traineeships for people who want to learn whilst at school, or work, or even if you just have other commitments in general. It has TAFE certificates and diplomas that combine some practical elements with theoretical learning. There are short courses for professional development and personal interest, and there are courses for international students.
Full-time, part-time, and online study options are available. Government funding options and financial incentives in the form of scholarships and bursaries to encourage people to improve their education.
Semester Courses
All of the semester TAFE courses at Bendigo are nationally accredited and recognised. All of the semester courses are offered on-campus, some are offered online, and some blend online and offline components. Some of the courses at Bendigo TAFE offer pathways to undergraduate degrees at La Trobe University and Ballarat University. Articulation programs are available in several study areas, including nursing, early childhood development, education, IT, accounting, business, commerce, management, tourism and hospitality, applied management, and science and arts.
The full spectrum of courses available covers the following study areas:
- Information Technology
- Hair & Beauty
- Management & Human Resources
- Creative Arts & Digital Media
- Graphic Design & Building Design
- Writing & Music
- Agriculture, Horticulture & Land Management
- Automotive
- Building & Construction
- Electrical & Electronics
- Engineering
- Mining
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Plumbing
- Aged Care & Disability
- Children’s Services
- Community Services
- Laboratory Operations
- Nursing & Allied Health
- Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander
- English Studies
- General Education & Training
- VCE, VCAL and Preparatory Courses
Short Courses
Bendigo TAFE also has plenty of short courses for professionals who want to improve their skills in their field or start learning a new skillset. Many of the accredited short courses can be used as credit for other TAFE qualifications, which is great if you want to test the water with a short course and then decide that you would like to take it further.
There are also unaccredited short courses that are ideal for people who want to develop their hobbies. You’ll have to check the website to find out what courses are available when.
Some of the short courses on offer include:
- Foot in the Door Hospitality Program
- Introduction to Vibrational Medicine
- Design with Adobe Illustrator
- Advanced Welding
- Apply First Aid Level 2
- AutoCAD (Basic – Advanced)
- Beekeeping
- Basic Car Maintenance
- Drawing Techniques
- Introduction to Philosophy
- Police Entrance Exam Preparation
- Watercolour Basics
Correspondence Courses
Students who want or need the flexibility and convenience of studying by correspondence can do so via Bendigo TAFE’s online learning system. Students are given all the support they need to safely use the Bendigo TAFE online system so that they can get the most benefit from the platform.
Bendigo TAFE Institutions
Bendigo TAFE
Three of the former Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE’s six campuses are in Bendigo itself and now operate under Bendigo TAFE as of 2009. Bendigo City Campus is the main campus. The other campus locations are in the city surrounds, namely Bendigo TAFE Echuca campus and Castlemaine campus.
TAFE Certificate and Diploma courses available include:
- Certificate II in Engineering Studies (Pre-apprenticeship in Welding Fabrication or Fitting and Machining)
- Certificate II in Mining/Field Exploration Operations
- Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology
- Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
- Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation
- Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- Certificate IV in Visual Arts
- Certificate IV in Design
- Certificate IV in Aged Care
- Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English – Further Studies
- Diploma of Beauty Therapy
- Diploma of Community Services Work
- Advanced Diploma of Disability
Bendigo for Students
V/Line buses provide for Bendigo’s public transport needs. Student passes (Victorian Public Transport (VTP) Student Concession Cards) are available for those who are over 17 years old.
The city has plenty to offer students looking for something to do during their downtime. Some of the affordable activities that might pique students’ interest include:
- Bendigo Art Gallery. It’s one the oldest galleries in the country with permanent collections of 19th century International and Australian art, and modern and contemporary art. It also hosts several different exhibitions throughout the year which caters to a variety of different tastes. Entry is by donation, although some exhibitions may have an entrance fee.
- La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre showcase contemporary art. It also hosts several exhibitions per year, as well as lectures, talks by guest artists, and public seminars. Entrance is free.
- Discovery Science & Technology Centre is not free, but it is affordable and well worth a visit. It has over 100 exhibits and includes the Bendigo Planetarium. Don’t be put off by the kid-centric approach. It’s heaps of fun for adults.
- Bendigo Community Farmers Market is held on the second Saturday of every month. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on organic fruit and veggies and wine.
- Buda House & Garden is also affordable and is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon soaking up some local art and culture and basking in the beauty of the budding blooms.
- Winery Cycle Train, which is a wine route with a difference.
- O’Keefe Rail Trail, which contains 19km of walking tracks in and around the Bendigo Field Naturalists Flora Reserve and Axedale Cemetery.
- Lake Weeroona, which has a coffee shop, kids play area, a walking/cycling tracks, and picnic facilities.
- Crusoe Reservoir & No 7 Park, which caters to all of your watersports needs.