The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia's more iconic destinations and a great place to live or study. With plenty of TAFE options and even more quality providers to choose from, you're bound to find your perfect course.
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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 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 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 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...
Event Management Certificate
Become a certified event manager and launch your career. This course is perfect for those wanting to start their own events business or work in the industry. Special event planning can include many types of events, from conferences and sales meetings t...
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (QLD Only) FNS40222
Monarch Institute is one of very few registered training organisations (RTOs) to offer the TPB (Tax Practitioners Board) approved courses required to become a registered BAS agent or a registered tax agent. We’re also included in a very select few accr...
Diploma of Payroll Services (QLD Only) FNS50422
The Diploma of Payroll Services (FNS50422) is the ultimate qualification for current (and future) payroll professionals who are serious about their careers. It’s also great for independent practitioners who are looking for a way to formalise their expe...
Diploma Of Sport And Recreation Management SIS50115
Get down to business and turn your business acumen and passion for fitness into a career with a SIS50115 Diploma of Sport and Recreation. If you have a passion for sport and recreation, and a strong head for business, this qualification is your ticket...
Certificate IV in Human Resource Management BSB40420
A career in human resources (HR) means a career with people. HR professionals focus on developing a positive and healthy workplace culture, supporting professional development, performance management and team effectiveness for a business’ employe...
Certificate IV in Project Management Practice BSB40920
CAL’s Certificate IV in Project Management Practice equips you with the skills you need to enter project management in any field. This course will give you the confidence to work autonomously and apply project management skills and knowledge in a wide...
Diploma of Business (Leadership) BSB50120
By completing the Diploma of Business (Leadership), you’ll develop key skills in resource management, leadership and communication. You’ll strengthen your ability to manage teams, policies and finances, preparing you to move into a leadership role in e...
Diploma of Logistics TLI50221
Unlock the next level of your career with our World Class Logistics Management qualification. Logistics professionals sit at the heart of modern business and are responsible for the management of the flow of goods and services from origin to consumptio...
Diploma of Practice Management HLT57715
You’ll learn invaluable practice management and administrative skills, and receive healthcare industry-relevant knowledge to prepare you for leading a practice to a brighter future. From leadership and management skills to budgeting, administrative, an...
Diploma of Project Management BSB50820
The Diploma of Project Management is designed to equip graduates with the critical project management skills they need to succeed in planning, managing and delivering projects on time and to budget. You’ll learn the project scoping and quality planning...
Diploma of Business (Procurement) BSB50120
Increase your leadership and procurement skillsets and ready yourself for the next opportunity in your career with a Diploma of Business (Procurement) online. Develop, implement and review procurement strategies to analyse and continuously improve your...
Online Sunshine Coast courses also available
The Sunshine Coast, in Queensland’s south-east, is, as you would expect, drenched in sunlight, and scattered with some of the world’s best surfing beaches, attracting tourists and students alike to this famed stretch of coast.
In fact, its climate and natural beauty have resulted in a growing tourism industry, which is a good thing for all the students at the TAFE Queensland East Coast, who are currently enrolled in tourism and hospitality courses. TAFE Queensland East Coast is the result of the merging of the former institutes of Sunshine Coast TAFE and Wide Bay Institute of TAFE.
Let’s see what else the Sunshine Coast has to offer TAFE students.
Popular TAFE courses on the Sunshine Coast
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- Diploma of Counselling
- Certificate in MYOB
- 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 on the Sunshine Coast?
TAFE Queensland’s East Coast Institutes offer all the courses and qualifications you’d expect from one of the biggest TAFE institute in Australia, including diplomas and advanced diplomas, some of which provide pathways to universities. Certificates I-IV, short courses with Statements of Attainment are also much-loved by Sunshine Cost students. Full-time, part-time and school-based apprenticeships and traineeships are also widely available across a great variety of subject fields.
Courses are available on-campus and online, with some blended learning courses available. Work-based training courses can also be arranged.
Semester courses
Many of TAFE’ Queensland East Coast courses are offered on a semester basis; that means you have two opportunities to register per year. But that doesn’t mean you can register for whatever courses you like. Some courses are only available in the first semester and some are only available in the second semester.
Short courses
You can choose from 69 short courses offered through TAFE Queensland’s Sunshine Coast locations. Different courses are available at the different campuses, so again, you’ll have to contact the Institute for exact details on the course you want to take.
Some of the short courses include:
- Barista
- MYOB for Small Business
- Introduction to Adobe InDesign
- Excel Beginners to Advanced
- Learn to Sew
- Creative Classic Hair Design
- Chinese for Beginners
- Beginners Photography
- Script Writing for Film and TV
Online courses
Many of the courses at Sunshine Coast TAFE are available via correspondence or distance learning. More are being added all the time. You can download the program guide to find out which courses are available online and which are only available on-campus.
TAFE Queensland’s East Coast
The institute has a number of campuses, with three of the popular ones below:
1) Mooloolaba Campus
Mooloolaba offers a range of TAFE courses but the most popular are related to the tourism and hospitality industries – probably due to the hordes of tourists who flock to the gorgeous beach and lie around soaking up the relaxed atmosphere. It also boasts a training restaurant and a training hairdressing salon where students can get real-world experience and the public can get great food and style at affordable rates.
2) Nambour Campus
Nambour sprawls across well-maintained gardens and lawns and even manages to include a creek. It offers the full selection of TAFE courses, including Child Care, Community Services, Lifestyle & Leisure, Conservation & Land Management, Horticulture, Construction, Graphic Design, Music, Photography, Interior Design, and Building Design & Technology. It also boasts a professional recording studio and fully-kitted out photographic and drafting studios.
3) Maroochydore Campus
If you’ve always dreamt of studying in picturesque settings, then Maroochydore is where you want to be. It’s right next to a river and minutes from the beach. It specialises in finance, business and beauty-related courses and boasts a training beauty salon for budding therapists to practice their skills.
The full range of courses offered by TAFE Queensland East Coast fall within the following study areas:
- Aged care
- Arts, photography and screen
- Building and construction
- Business and management
- Children’s services
- Community services
- Conservation and horticulture
- Design
- Digital and IT
- Education, training and library services
- Engineering, automotive and maritime
- Fashion
- Fitness and recreation
- Hairdressing and beauty
- Hospitality and cookery
- Justice
- Music and sound production
- Nursing and health services
- Retail
- Tourism and events
- Skills for Education and Employment
Sunshine Coast for Students
Students on the Sunshine Coast have plenty of accommodation options to choose from, including private and shared apartments and houses, rooms to rent, hostels, and homestays. The web provides a wealth of information on what’s available.
The cost of living in the region is not too bad, certainly when compared to other major cities in the country. Remember, however, that it is geared towards tourists, so do all of your shopping and try to get most of your entertainment away from the tourist traps.
There is a reliable bus service, which shuttles between all the major cities on the coast. The cities themselves tend to be bicycle and pedestrian-friendly, although you will find other options, like trains, buses, and taxis. The Sunshine Coast is doing its best to encourage people to get out of their cars and use other modes of transport. TravelSmart is a great resource for anyone who wants to find out how they can get aboard this eco-friendly bandwagon.
Some of the top things to see and do on the Sunshine Coast include:
- Visit Australia Zoo, Steve Erwin’s old stomping ground, which is easily accessible from all over the Sunshine Coast thanks to the zoo’s coach pickup service from seven locations in the region.
- Take a trip to UnderWater World in Mooloolaba, which is considered the biggest tropical oceanariums in the southern hemisphere.
- Shop at Eumundi Market, which is open every Wednesday and Saturday. You’ll find everything from art to tasty homegrown fruit and veg. You can even get a massage. Trains and buses are available from Brisbane and Nambour.
- Explore the Art Gallery Trail, which includes galleries up and down the coast, such as Caloundra Regional Gallery, Noosa Regional Gallery, Butter Factory Arts Centre, Goombuckar Cultural Centre & Art Gallery, and Lasting Impressions Gallery of Fine Arts
- Go hiking and exploring in the Glass House Mountains, Amamoor State Forest, Cooloola, Great Sandy National Park, and Delicia Road Conservation Park.
- Picnic and amble your way through Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bellingham Maze.