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TasTAFE Nursing student wins Ueno award
A TasTAFE nursing student who juggles study with work, family commitments and volunteering has been recognised for her commitment to study and contribution to the community.
Learner achievements celebrated at inaugural TasTAFE Trade Excellence Awards
More than 50 TasTAFE learners from across Tasmania have been recognised at the inaugural TasTAFE Trade Excellence Awards.
TasTAFE winners at the Victoria and Tasmania Welding Excellence Awards
TasTAFE is thrilled to have won 2 awards at the Victoria and Tasmania Welding Excellence Awards, held in Melbourne on 6 November.
Meaningful new artwork takes shape at taypani Clarence
Have you been to the taypani learner hub at TasTAFE’s Clarence Campus in Warrane yet?
The first of 5 hubs to be built at TasTAFE campuses around the state, taypani Clarence is a supportive and welcoming space that serves as a one-stop shop for learner services and online resources.
Year-long accreditation process aims to put Nursing learners at the centre
The Diploma of Nursing is one of TasTAFE’s most popular courses, with more than 300 learners enrolled at our Alanvale, Clarence and Devonport campuses.
TasTAFE Metals teacher Michael Schnackenberg returns from the WorldSkills International Championships in France
TasTAFE Metals teacher Michael Schnackenberg recently returned from Lyon, France, where he was a mentor and judge at the 47th WorldSkills International Championships – the biggest skills competition on the planet.
Tasmanian students set for sports industry
Tasmania’s four elite sporting entities have come together with TasTAFE to launch a new sport and leadership education program for Tasmanians wanting to pursue a career in sports management, coaching and leadership.
Hobart chef returns to learning with Fee Free TAFE
Shayne Jupp – Juppy to his friends – has been around the Tasmanian hospitality scene for 3 decades. Recently, thanks to Fee Free TAFE, he returned to TasTAFE to complete his Certificate III in Hospitality.
TasTAFE partnership creates a cubby house for sick kids
TasTAFE has partnered with industry to deliver the NextGen Trade Training Program, building a cubby house for the Children’s Ward at the Royal Hobart Hospital.
TasTAFE apprentices represent Tasmania in the National Apprentice Competition (NAC) at Fine Food Australia
Three TasTAFE-trained apprentices have represented Tasmania in cookery competitions at the 2024 Fine Food Australia expo, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 2–5 September.
Regional Trade Training Program boosts job prospects
From 2–6 September, TasTAFE partnered with the Civil Contractors Federation Australia (CCF) to deliver the Workforce Australia Local Jobs funded Regional Trade Training Program, at the Southern Central Trade Training Centre in the Brighton region north of Hobart.
TasTAFE learners shine at Tasmanian Training Awards
TasTAFE learners were among the winners at the Tasmanian Training Awards on 6 September.
Volunteer English tutors needed
TasTAFE is looking for people to be part of its volunteer tutor scheme.
From high school struggles to a PhD and now the TasTAFE classroom, teacher James Haddy has come full circle
TasTAFE Primary Industries teacher Dr James Haddy is a marine scientist, fisheries expert and lifelong “nature nut”.
For Danielle Patten, teaching at TasTAFE delivers plenty of rewards
TasTAFE Individual Support teacher, Danielle Patten, has really found her calling since becoming an educator. A registered nurse who worked in the aged-care sector for 10 years, she started her TasTAFE teaching career in 2021.