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Outstanding students recognised as part of Student Awards

South Metropolitan TAFE is proud to provide high quality education and workforce development services to the community, creating pathways for lifelong learning is an important focus for us.

On Monday 27 March, we celebrated our outstanding students who were nominated by their lecturers for the following categories. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year

Finalists   

  • Angela Dann – 52864WA Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways  (Winner)
  • Amanda Garlett - CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services 
  • Angelique St Bruno-Newman - 22473VIC Certificate II in General Education for Adults

Read Angela's story

Apprentice of the Year

Finalists   

  • Breanna Morgan – CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry (Winner)
  • Ana Catarina Mendonca – SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing
  • Camden Christensen – AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • Damien Huxham – TLI30321 Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations
  • Setthinee Akkarachokchai –  SIT30821  Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
  • Riley Schofield – AMP30815 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher)

Read Breanna's story

Culturally Diverse Student of the Year

Finalists   

  • Jing Mei – 22489VIC Certificate III in EAL (Employment)  (Winner)
  • Caroline MC Tseng – 22485VIC Certificate II in EAL (Access)
  • Crismar Jiménez – 22483VIC  Course in EAL

Read Jing's story

International Student of the Year

Finalists   

  • Almas Rakhimov – AVI50119 Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)  (Winner)
  • Camille Haller – SIT50316 Diploma of Event Management
  • Thaninrath (Blossom) Wongkemmawipa – SIT40716 Certificate IV in Patisserie & SIT50416  Diploma of Hospitality

Read Almas's story

Trainee of the Year

Finalists   

  • Jack Morris – 52864WA Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways (Winner)
  • Angus Johnston – 52864WA Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways
  • Damien Huxham – TLI30321 Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations
  • Jessica Stephan – 52864WA Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways

Read Jack's story

VET Secondary Student of the Year

Finalists   

  • Kyra Clayton – SIT30516  Certificate III in Events  (Winner)
  • Eschana Hilzinger-Smith – MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)
  • Tom Montague – AUR20420  Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Read Kyra's story

Vocational Student of the Year

Finalists   

  • Sharna Cumming – AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture & 52881WA  Certificate IV in Landscape Design (Winner)
  • Chelsea York – SIT31021 Certificate III in Patisserie
  • Denzal Turner – MEM20105  Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter and Machinist Pre-Apprenticeship)

Read Sharna's story

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Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal)

Combine your passion for machines and engines with the marine industry and pursue your career as a chief engineer or second engineer on a vessel.

Be guided by our team of expert lecturers as you gain extensive practical experience in knowledge of marine systems and machinery as well as...

Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited)

Take command of your maritime career, become a master of the seas and rise to the top as the ship's most responsible officer.

This course will allow you to work in international waters as a:

  • Master, Chief mate or Watchkeeper deck officer on ships of any gross tonnage...

Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)

Have you got a passion for planes and a love of the aviation industry? Take your career to new heights with this nationally recognised course, which will qualify you for supervisory or management roles in aviation or airport operations. 

During this training you will learn to...

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

This qualification reflects the role of a new worker wanting to become an Allied Health Assistant and gain entry to the aged care, disability and other health sectors. They may provide assistance, under the delegation and/or supervision of Allied Health Professionals (AHP).

...

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter)

Reach new heights as a commercial helicopter pilot

Take your career to the skies with the skills and knowledge to become a commercial helicopter pilot. Learn to fly light piston helicopters including knowing how to perform in normal and emergency conditions.

Our...

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane)

Do you have sky-high ambition to be a commercial pilot?

Make the Perth skies your next office window with the skills and knowledge to become a commercial aircraft pilot. Learn to fly light piston aeroplanes including knowing how to perform in normal and emergency conditions. ...

Certificate II in Engineering (Heavy Fabrication Pre-Apprenticeship)

Blend a traditional trade with new technologies! 

Metal fabricators and welders work in a diverse trade, applying a broad range of fabrication and welding skills to industries including mechanical and civil engineering, mining resources sector, heavy haulage and road transport,...

VET Student Loans

VET Student Loans are available to eligible students enrolled in specific Diploma or Advanced Diploma courses.

The Australian Government pays the amount of the loan direct to SM TAFE, and you repay your loan through the Australian taxation system once you earn a wage equal to or...

Certificate II in Autonomous Workplace Operations

Become part of the wave of future technologies in automation

Automation is just one of the Industry 4.0 trends in accelerating the efficiency of organisations and utilising new and emerging technologies to automate production processes using machinery and state-of-the-art technologies...