The Koomba Birdal (Big Spark) Program is a dedicated training and career pathway that celebrates your cultural identity while empowering you to grow and succeed. Designed to reduce the barriers that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders may face in education by providing you with accessible, customised, and supported training.
Our program's aim is to increase your employment and/or further your education options with opportunities to connect with Aboriginal Career Guidance Officers. By providing you with a culturally safe and supportive environment, you can build practical skills, grow in confidence, and enhance your career opportunities.
If you would like to register your interest to join our Semester 2 program or simply want to find out more, please contact us via email on koombabirdal@nmtafe.wa.edu.au or call 9233 1241.
Applications for Semester 2, 2026 open 30 April!
To apply, fill out the course enrolment form(opens in a new tab) or use the 'Find out more' links below.
Why apply?
- Explore exciting industries such as Electrotechnology, Engineering and Construction.
- No standard entry requirements just bring your passion and drive.
- Kickstart your future - gain practical skills that can open pathways to apprenticeships, work, or further study.
- Get hands-on training with the skills employers actually want.
- Personal support from Koolark Aboriginal mentors offering culturally safe guidance and encouragement.
- Boost your confidence with free literacy and numeracy support built into the program.
- Need a driver's licence? Get help through the McGovern Foundation Wanderer Program.
- Learn in a culturally respectful space where your identity and strengths are celebrated.
Meet our Koomba Birdal graduates
Discover how five of our recent graduates turned their ambitions into reality. Hear their stories and learn how our program empowered them to take the next big step in their careers.
Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
Midland Campus
This course equips you with the skills, knowledge, and work-ready attitudes employers expect from apprentices in industries such as rail transport infrastructure and maintenance, mining, automotive, or hydraulics.
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) (Electrotechnology Pre-apprenticeship)
East Perth Campus
CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways (Remote Area Building)
Balga Campus
By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to take the next step into into employment in building and construction, particularly in remote and rural communities.
Contact us
Contact us via email on koombabirdal@nmtafe.wa.edu.au or call 9233 1241.
To find out more about the support that is available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students please visit the Koolark page.