• Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Fremantle campus
• Aquaculture
• Defence Industry Training
• Fishing Operations
• Maritime, Logistics
Jandakot campus
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Cabin Crew
• Ground Handling
• Logistics
• Pilot Studies Kwinana campus
• Automotive Mandurah campus
• Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP)
• Aged Care
• Building and Construction
• Business and Finance
• Children’s Services
• Community Services
• Conservation and Ecosystems
• Cookery
• Education Support
• Electrotechnology
• Fabrication
• Foundation Studies
• Hair and Beauty
• Horticulture
• Hospitality, Tourism and Events
• Information Technology
• Mechanical Engineering
Munster campus
• Automation
• Engineering
• Industrial Electrical
• Oil and Gas Murdoch campus
• Adult Migrant English
• Arboriculture
• Business and Finance
• Children’s Services
• Community Services
• Cyber Security
• Education Support
• Fitness
• Floristry
• Hair, Beauty and
• Horticulture
• Information Technology
• Landscaping
• Nursing
• Science
• Pet Grooming
• Turf Management
With over 300 courses, there has never been a better
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Electrical campus
English Program (AMEP)
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Naval Base campus
• Defence Industry Training
• Engineering
• Fabrication
• Shipbuilding
Rockingham campus
• Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP)
• Aged Care, Disability Services
• Building and Construction
• Business and Finance
• Children’s Services
• Community Services
• Education Support
• Electrical
• Engineering
• Fabrication
• Foundation Studies
• Information Technology
• Kadadjiny Mia Aboriginal Learning Centre
• Mechanical Engineering
• Training and Assessment
Thornlie campus
• Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP)
• Aged Care, Disability Services
• Building and Construction
• Business and Finance
• Children’s Services
• Cyber Security
• Electrical
• Engineering
• Fabrication
• Heavy Automotive
• Information Technology
• Koora Marr Aboriginal Learning Centre
• Mechanical Engineering
• Screen and Media
Be More.
Skills for your future
SM TAFE is a
future-focused leader of innovative skills development and workforce solutions
At South Metropolitan TAFE, we’re all about preparing you for the future with innovative skills as part of our comprehensive training programs.
As one of Western Australia’s most diverse training providers, we’re committed to helping you succeed in today’s workforce.
With 12 campuses throughout Perth’s south metro area, SM TAFE is one of WA’s largest and most trusted training providers. Our industry-driven, modern training environments ensure you’ll gain the skills you need to be job-ready.
Join over 30,000 students studying across hundreds of courses at SM TAFE. Whether you’re starting with a Certificate I or II, pursuing a Certificate III Apprenticeship or Traineeship, or aiming for a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma, we have a program that’s right for you.
Get ready to take the next step in your education and career with SM TAFE!
Study Options
On campus
Experience in-person learning that gives you access to lecturers and fellow students in person, as well as collaborating with a range of comprehensive campus facilities.
Online
Several courses are offered entirely online, eliminating the need for campus visits. These courses may offer flexible start dates, allowing you to begin either immediately or at the start of a semester or term.
Online and on campus
Some courses are available online with minimal campus attendance, with on-campus assessments to demonstrate the practical skills necessary for your course.
Apprenticeships and traineeships
Our industry-recognised apprenticeship and traineeship programs blend hands-on experience with practical education and development. To enrol, you must be employed, registered, and have a contracted study plan.
Workplace
Our workplace training offers a flexible, self-paced program integrating workplace recognition of prior learning with personalised ‘gap’ training. You earn your qualification while working!
Get started
Follow the steps below to find a course that is right for you:
Need help?
Get advice from the Jobs and Skills Centre on planning your study pathway. You can also visit a friendly Customer Service Centre on campus’ or contact usonline, for assistance in enrolling.
Course selection
Browse the study options inside this flyer, or visit the SM TAFE website. Select your preferred course. Scroll down the page to select a location and preferred study mode, then click the “Apply Now” button.
Get ready to enrol
Once you have applied for a course and have been informed that you’re successful, you’ll receive an offer to study with us. Let us know as soon as you can that you wish to accept the offer.
Enrol
You’ll need to organise a payment method to finalise your enrolment. You can choose to pay in full or on a payment plan, or you may also be eligible for a VET Student Loan (certain Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas only). Once you’ve paid, keep an eye on your email for details about starting your study pathway at SM TAFE.
Student Support
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
We offer tailored, culturally appropriate support to assist students. This includes study support, advocacy, and referrals to counselling and community health services.
International students
We offer international students specialised courses across various industries. International Student Support Services provides comprehensive support, advice, and referrals to enhance study experiences.
Disability support
We provide free, confidential support for students with disabilities, offering reasonable adjustments and equal access to education and training. Disclosure is voluntary.
Literacy and numeracy support
We offer various services to support your reading, writing, numeracy, math, and computer skills, including in-class support.
Library services
Our SM TAFE libraries help with finding books, digital resources, researching subjects, and referencing. Training sessions are also provided to help develop your research and library skills.
Need help?
Contact SM TAFE or visit your nearest Jobs and Skills Centre for free advice and information on careers, training and employment. Services are free, and accessible to all members of the community.