VET at Brighton Secondary School
What is VET?
Vocational Education and Training (VET) enables students to gain national qualifications while they are at school to support a variety of industry pathways.
VET studies are completed alongside school subjects and contribute to SACE completion.
These qualifications are linked to employment pathways and provide an opportunity for students to develop skills and knowledge preparing them for the work environment.
Expectations for students completing a VET course
VET courses are delivered at training facilities – families are responsible for transport to and from the training venue.
- 100% attendance is expected – 1 day a week, trainers value reliability and punctuality
- Keeping up with schoolwork – balance and time management is crucial to success
Recommended VET Courses for 2026
VET pathways are extensive and can often be overwhelming for students and families who are considering the inclusion of VET study as part of their young person’s education.
Labour market data, employment growth, and student interest historically have informed the VET recommendations we make for our young people at Brighton Secondary School. These courses show strong employment outcomes and completion rates.
– Certificate II in Electrotechnology
– Certificate II in Construction Pathways
– Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
– Certificate III in Screen and Media (Game Design)
– Certificate III in Screen and Media (Game Art)
– Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
– Certificate III in IT (Game Development)
– Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and/or Disability)
Please refer to our VET Course information document for further information regarding the recommended VET courses.
Other VET courses
Students who would like to pursue a course that is not recommended, are advised to see the Student Pathways and Careers Leader who will support them to explore this option.
Please visit the following website –Student Pathways for the complete list of industries and VET pathways that are endorsed by DfE for students attending government schools.
Please refer to our VET Frequently Asked Questions documents for additional information regarding VET.
Work Experience
Many students will engage in work experience to support them to make decisions regarding VET courses and more generally their career pathways.
Please refer to our Work Experience Frequently Asked Questions document for specific information regarding the Work Experience process.
As a school we look forward to supporting all of our students to explore their career pathways as they complete their education journey with us at Brighton Secondary School.
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SBATs)
SBATs provide an opportunity for students undertaking Stage 1 or Stage 2 subjects to combine this with part time employment and VET training. This flexibility allows students to complete the SACE whilst commencing an apprenticeship or traineeship.
Please refer to our SBAT Frequently Asked Questions document for additional information regarding School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships.
Thrive Week – career exploration and industry immersion
Thrive Week provides senior school students with an opportunity to explore their interests and career options. This initiative supports students in making informed decisions during the Term 3 Subject Selection process and prepares them for life beyond school.
Students are surveyed about their career interests, and the information gathered helps us design a program that best meets their needs.
Our Student Career Ambassadors and Staff Career Champions contribute to the event planning and curriculum design for Thrive Week, ensuring our guest facilitators and our young people are provided with a valuable careers experience.
The Career Expo is a part of Thrive Week and available to the whole school community. It provides opportunities for families to access up-to-date information and support career conversations with students.
