Advanced Manufacturing
Fabrication and engineering offer a dynamic and rewarding career path where creativity meets precision, allowing you to build everything from intricate components to massive structures that shape our world.
Artificial Intelligence
Be equipped to tackle the evolving challenges of network security and artificial intelligence through these pathways in AI and Cyber Security.
Australian Sign Language (Auslan) career pathways and courses
Open the door to a rewarding career supporting the Deaf community and promoting inclusion across education, health, government, and the arts.
Automotive
Love cars and curious about what’s under the hood? Turn your passion into a career in automotive, where hands-on skills meet innovation and cutting-edge tech.
Business Leadership and Development
Studying Business and Leadership at North Metro TAFE opens doors to dynamic careers across industries—from launching your own startup to managing teams in global companies.
Construction
Step into construction and learn to manage low to medium-rise projects. Build leadership skills, oversee real sites, and grow confidently in a hands-on industry.
Community and Support Services
Are you passionate about supporting others and building a fairer, more inclusive society? Our courses equip you to advocate and provide meaningful support to people from all walks of life.
Cyber Security
Be equipped to tackle the network security challenges faced by Australian businesses, services and industry with these pathways in Cyber Security.
Education
A career in Education Support or Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) offers meaningful work and strong job prospects. From assisting in classrooms to nurturing early development, you’ll help lay the foundations for lifelong learning.
Electrical Trades (Energy Future)
Step into electrical work and gain practical skills to power everything from homes to industrial sites. You’ll be equipped for the emerging careers in the future of energy.
Electronics and Communications
Spark your future with hands-on skills to read plans and design circuits. Get job-ready for a high-demand industry powering homes and businesses professionally.
Games and Intelligent Systems
Embark on a dynamic journey where game development meets intelligent Systems, equipping you with the technical expertise and collaborative skills demanded by tomorrow’s tech landscape.
Horticulture, Conservation and Landscaping
If you're passionate about nature, sustainability, and making a real-world impact, a career in Horticulture and Conservation offers a rewarding and dynamic pathway.
Hospitality, Events, Travel and Tourism
At North Metropolitan TAFE, you’ll gain hands-on skills and industry insights to thrive in the fast-paced world of events, hospitality, and tourism.
Nursing
Passionate about helping others? Our Nursing pathway gives you practical skills for a meaningful career, whether as an Assistant in Nursing, Enrolled Nurse, or Anaesthetic Technician.
Rail Careers
The momentum in rail infrastructure is opening exciting career pathways where advanced systems keep our networks efficient and safe, and drive innovation across design, construction, and maintenance.
Robotics and Automation
As technology reshapes the world around us, robotics is opening exciting career pathways for young minds ready to make an impact.
Screen and Media
There’s no show without the magic behind the scenes. Learn from industry pros, grow your creative portfolio, and become the driving force behind film, TV, live events, and digital media.
Water and Laboratory Operations
These science based pathways offer purpose-driven work that
supports an exciting variety of industries. Whether you're
testing samples in a lab or monitoring water quality in the
field, your skills help protect communities and ecosystems.
Web Development and Advanced Programming
In today’s digital world, Web Technology is everywhere. This Pathway equips you with the creative and technical skills to design and build modern, user-friendly websites that make an impact.
Discover the pathway to your future career!
North Metropolitan TAFE offers a range of study pathways designed to help you achieve your career goals. Whether you're just starting out, looking to upskill, or planning to transition into university.
Our pathways flyers outline potential study journeys, from entry level courses through to higher level qualifications, skill sets and options for further study.
Above is just a taste of what could be in store for you, or you can explore the full range of courses on offer at NMTAFE.
University pathways
TAFE courses can provide a fast track into university with some of our courses offering credit transfers that can save you both time and money. Visit University pathways (opens in a new tab) to learn more about how you can transition from TAFE to university.