Opens in a new tab
Apply Now

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING DELIVERED TO SECONDARY STUDENTS

Stanley College partners with schools and colleges in Perth to provide access to Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Schools (VETDSS).

PATHWAYS FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS
HELPING STUDENTS GET AHEAD WHILE STILL AT SCHOOL

Our VETDSS programs provide students with practical learning experiences that help them explore their interests, build confidence, and develop real-world skills. These programs support students in preparing for further education and career opportunities.

DISCOVER OUR COURSES AND WORKSHOPS

Pre-Apprenticeships

Through the Pre-Apprenticeship in Schools (PAiS) program, students gain early industry experience and explore vocational pathways. The program helps them understand the workplace, train with industry professionals, and develop practical skills to support future employment and study pathways. PAiS supports transition into further study, apprenticeships, or employment opportunities.

SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery52895WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

Career Tasters 

Our Taster Programs allow high school students to try a course without committing to a full qualification, apprenticeship, or traineeship. This lets them find out if a potential career path they are considering is suitable for their future.

Explore our 2026 Career Tasters

Short Courses 

Stanley College’s short courses help students build career confidence through practical, skills-based training. Designed to upskill, meet industry requirements, or explore new opportunities, these nationally recognised courses offer interactive learning led by industry professionals and can be completed in just one to three days.

Discover our Short Courses

IMPROVED EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

Benefits of studying Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students with Stanley College.

Nationally Recognised Qualifications

Builds the skills and confidence students need to improve their employment and further study opportunities.

Pathways to Further Education

Equips students with practical, work-ready knowledge that can be applied across a range of career paths.

High Employment Outcomes

Builds technical and specialised skills aligned with industry expectations, including communication, teamwork and problem solving.

ENROL YOUR STUDENTS IN OUR VETDSS PROGRAMS