Pathways & VET
Real skills. Recognised qualifications. Clearer futures.
VET contributes directly to SACE and combines school, training and work so students can build confidence, professionalism and technical skills valued by employers.
2026 Flexible Industry Programs
Four equal pathways connect practical training with workplace experience and recognised SACE credits.
CHC30121 - Equals International
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Kadina Memorial School
Up to 155 Stage 2 credits
RII20120 - TAFE SA
Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation
Ardrossan Area School
Up to 35 Stage 1 credits
ICT30120 - TAFE SA
Certificate III in Information Technology
Moonta Area School
Up to 65 Stage 2 credits
UEE22020 - Equals International
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
Central Yorke School
Up to 60 Stage 1 credits
Course details
Compare each pathway
Open each panel for delivery, readiness, SACE and career pathway information from the handbook.
CHC30121 - Kadina Memorial SchoolCertificate III in Early Childhood Education and CareUp to 155 Stage 2 credits +
Overview
Build the skills and knowledge to support children's wellbeing and development in regulated education and care services.
Duration and delivery
One day per week over 66 weeks, with blended options able to be negotiated. Class day is Monday and the course includes 160 hours of work placement.
Site, provider and fees
Kadina Memorial School with Equals International. Contact your local school for fee and funding information.
Contact school
Kadina Memorial School - dl.0778.info@schools.sa.edu.au - (08) 8821 0100
What students need
- - Working with Children Check
- - HLTAID012 Provide First Aid certificate
- - Child Safe Environment Training certificate
- - EQUALS polo shirt
- - Current flu vaccination
- - At least one COVID-19 vaccination
Possible career pathways
- - Early childhood educator
- - Outside school hours care educator
- - School services officer
- - Educator assistant
- - Teaching aide
- - Day care assistant
RII20120 - Ardrossan Area SchoolCertificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work PreparationUp to 35 Stage 1 credits +
Overview
Develop practical safety, teamwork and employability skills for resources and infrastructure industries through hands-on learning, mentoring and industry experiences.
Duration and delivery
Seven three-day blocks delivered Tuesday to Thursday.
Site, provider and fees
Ardrossan Area School with TAFE SA. Contact your local school for fee and funding information.
Contact school
Ardrossan Area School - dl.0732.info@schools.sa.edu.au - (08) 8837 3025
What students need
- - Long sleeve high visibility shirt
- - Long work pants
- - Steel cap boots
Possible career pathways
- - Civil construction worker
- - Plant operator
- - Drilling assistant
- - Process plant operator
- - Open cut miner
- - Further training or an apprenticeship
ICT30120 - Moonta Area SchoolCertificate III in Information TechnologyUp to 65 Stage 2 credits +
Overview
Develop technical skills across software, cyber awareness, IT support, networking, programming, systems and web development.
Duration and delivery
One day per week over 18 months, delivered virtually.
Site, provider and fees
Moonta Area School with TAFE SA. Contact your local school for fee and funding information.
Contact school
Moonta Area School - dl.1488.info@schools.sa.edu.au - (08) 8825 2088
What students need
- - All required course resources are provided while enrolled
- - A laptop and headset are provided for use while enrolled
Possible career pathways
- - Help desk officer
- - ICT operations support
- - Technical support officer
- - Network support officer
- - Software developer
- - Cyber security analyst
- - Web developer
UEE22020 - Central Yorke SchoolCertificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)Up to 60 Stage 1 credits +
Overview
Build essential safety knowledge, practical skills and experience using tools for work across industrial, commercial and residential contexts.
Duration and delivery
One day per week over 36 weeks, on Tuesdays from 9 am to 3 pm.
Site, provider and fees
Central Yorke School with Equals International. Contact your local school for fee and funding information.
Contact school
Central Yorke School - dl.0761.info@schools.sa.edu.au - (08) 8832 2613
What students need
- - EQUALS provides a shirt, gloves and safety glasses
- - Students purchase and wear their own safety boots and long pants for practical sessions
Possible career pathways
- - Electrical apprenticeship
- - Renewable energy
- - Refrigeration
- - Maintenance
- - Communications
- - Design engineering
Choosing a pathway
Is VET the right fit for you?
VET may suit students who enjoy learning by doing, want to explore career pathways, are interested in workplace experience, or want a head start in a trade, career or further study.
Real skills
Build practical and technical skills while gaining a nationally recognised qualification that contributes to SACE.
Real experience
Combine school, training and workplace learning to understand industries and build confidence and professionalism.
Real opportunities
Create pathways into apprenticeships, traineeships, employment, higher qualifications, TAFE or university.
Student voice
What Flexible Industry Program students say
“The highlight of my Flexible Industry Program has been earning my certificate and building strong hands-on skills. I have now been accepted into a School Based Apprenticeship.”
Flexible Industry Program student
VET pathway
“The skills I have developed have been the most rewarding part of my program. I plan to continue building my qualifications and start a career in IT.”
Flexible Industry Program student
Information Technology
“Electrotechnology at Central Yorke has been awesome. We had a great mix of theory and hands-on practical work.”
Flexible Industry Program student
Electrotechnology
Planning a VET or industry pathway?
Your home school can help clarify suitability, timing, provider requirements and SACE considerations.