TAFE at School Gold Coast Region
Career Taster Construction Trades
Program Description
Get hands on and explore a future in construction through this practical, skills focused program.
The 9-day program begins with a one-day orientation and safety induction, followed by eight days of handson trade experience across Carpentry, Plumbing, Cabinetmaking/Shopfitting and Landscaping.
Students complete real projects suited to varying skill levels and guided by experienced trade educators, gaining a genuine insight into each trade and potential career pathways.
Delivered by industry specialists, the program emphasises collaboration across trades and includes industry engagement opportunities such as guest speakers and apprentice insights. The experience concludes with a celebration recognising student achievements and showcasing their work.
Topics covered: Carpentry, Plumbing, Cabinet Making/Shop Fitting, Landscaping.
Timetable Information
Class Times:
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Location:
Address: 8:00am – 3:00pm Face to Face 9 weeks Ashmore Campus Benowa Road & Heeb Street, Ashmore 4214
First Day: Students to meet in the courtyard outside cafeteria (A block on Ground Level). Please refer to the https://issuu.com/tafeqldgctas/docs/ashmore_campus_map
For more information about the program, visit the https://tafeqld.edu.au/news-and-events/ events/rolling/goldcoast-career-taster-programs
Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the Career Taster program you must be 15 to 17 years old and either:
Be a Year 10 student currently enrolled in a mainstream Queensland school, or
Be enrolled in a Special Assistance School, or
Be disengaged from school.
Resources Required
Under Workplace Health and Safety legislation students are legally required to always wear appropriate protective clothing in class and around the Trades area. You will need to have the following:
Steel capped safety work boots
100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing – overall or long-sleeved shirt and pants
Safety Glasses
Note: No Singlets or crop tops can be worn to any of the classes
Campus Facilities
Check out our Ashmore Trade Training hub Ashmore TAFE Campus & Courses - Gold Coast | TAFE Queensland (tafeqld.edu.au)
Facilities and Services
Campus Library
Customer Service Centre
Student Learning Hub
Canteen
Parking and Public Transport
Free parking is available on campus.
Bus stops are located out the front of the Heeb Street entrance.
Program Funding
The Career Taster Program is fully funded by the Queensland Government and is offered at no cost to eligible Year 10 students. It is also important to note that this program does not use any of your VET in Schools (VETiS) funding entitlement.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this brochure is to be read in conjunction with the course information.
Enrolment and Program Enquiries
Email: Schools.GoldCoast@tafeqld.edu.au
Phone: (07) 5581 8810
Attendance/ Absences
Email: SchoolAbsentees.GoldCoast@tafeqld.edu.au
Important: Quote: Full Name, Contact Number and your program. Parent/guardian email required.