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Building and Construction

You can make it here - build your trade career while building WA.

North Metropolitan TAFE delivers courses covering all aspects of the Building industry, from the design and drafting, to the construction, fit out and finishing of residential and commercial buildings. Building and construction is one of the largest industries in Western Australia, employing approximately ten per cent of the State’s workforce.

Billions of dollars are invested in infrastructure and housing every year, resulting in an ever-growing industry full of exciting employment opportunities.

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North Metro TAFE was a leading trade training institute in managing client needs and expectations.

They provided quality, tailored training programs to suit our business needs and is always open to feedback to improve its program offering and delivery.

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    Certificate III in Upholstery

    National ID MSF30722 | State ID BIK1

    Create new masterpieces and return old furniture to its former glory

    Bring furniture to life by blending craftsmanship, creativity, and design. Transform ordinary pieces into stylish, comfortable works of art using luxurious fabrics, leathers, and trims.

    Campuses
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Upholstery Introduction

    State ID SC-MFC-V2389

    Get creative or return a piece of old furniture to its former glory

    Learn how to use many of the hand tools and power tools used by an upholsterer and undertake your own upholstery project.

    Campuses
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining

    National ID CPC31220 | State ID BGD5

    Build a career that others will look up to

    This course will prepare you for a certified trade career as a wall and ceiling liner.

    Campuses
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

    National ID CPC31320 | State ID BGE1

    Get ready for a certified trade career as a wall and floor tiler

    Learn to tile curved surfaces such as domestic pools, create mosaics and apply decorative tiling.

    Campuses
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Woodwork Introduction


    Learn the basics of woodworking to create small pieces of furniture

    You'll learn how to use hand and power tools to build an item such as a coffee table, toy box or bedside cabinet.

    Campuses
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Work Safety in Construction Skill Set

    State ID AE386

    Bricklaying Job Ready Program

    Gain skills in work safety practices, how to use a range of construction equipment and tools; and working in a construction team. This course includes work placement.

    Campuses
    • Clarkson
    • Balga

    Study Modes
    • On campus