As part of the Northern Adelaide State Secondary Schools Alliance (NASSSA), our students have access to a wide range of quality courses delivered by trusted Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
What is VET?
VET stands for Vocational Education and Training. It combines hands-on learning with industry-relevant knowledge, helping students develop practical skills for specific careers—often while they are still at school.
As part of the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), students can undertake VET that falls within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). The SACE Board recognises VET as a valuable way for students to build meaningful pathways towards employment, further training, or tertiary study.
VET can be recognised in the SACE through:
- Completed qualifications
- Partially completed qualifications (where one or more units of competency have been achieved)
- Skill Sets
- VET in SACE link for more infomation: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/vet/what-is-vet/vet-in-sace#VET-in-SACE
Why choose VET?
- Gain skills for future jobs
- Earn nationally recognised qualifications
- Contribute towards SACE completion
- Access government-funded training
- Explore real career pathways
VET Course Areas
Health, Community, Early Childhood, Trades & Construction, Automotive, Hospitality & Beauty, STEM & Technology and Animal Care.
See more information here: Courses
Course Structure & Expectations
- Attend VET one day per week
- Courses held onsite or at other training locations/schools
- Delivered by approved RTOs
- Some courses include compulsory work placements
- Students must commit fully and manage school workload alongside training
Costs & Funding
- Courses are valued between $4,000 and $10,000
- Funded by Skills SA for eligible students
- School covers a gap fee (typically $300–$1,000)
- One Certificate II and one Certificate III funded per student
Enrolment Process
- Get a USI (Unique Student Identifier)
- Explore career options and complete industry engagement activities
- Submit an Expression of Interest
- Complete language, literacy and numeracy assessment
- Finalise enrolment with school leader and parent approval
NASSSA VET
Need more information on NASSSA Vet – https://nasssa.com.au/vet
This website includes information around:
Up-to-date information on NASSSA initiatives and opportunities
VET and pathway programs available across the alliance
Success stories from our students and schools
Resources for educators, industry partners, and families
Student Success Stories
Students who commit to their course, attend regularly, and complete all requirements are well-positioned for employment or further training. Outstanding achievement may be recognised at the annual NASSSA Awards Evening
