Study at TAFE
Delivering online and on-campus training in certificates and diplomas, CQUniversity empowers you to upskill, retrain, or get started.
Find a TAFE Course
Browse TAFE Certificates and Diplomas
- Allied Health
- Business and Accounting
- Community Services
- Education, Teaching and Childcare
- Engineering, Built Environment and Aviation
- English and Study Pathways
- Information Systems and Technology
- Law, Criminology and Justice
- Nursing, Paramedicine and Health
- Safety Sciences
- Science, Environment and Agriculture
- Service Industries
- Trades
- Visual Arts
Start TAFE Now
Start TAFE Now offers you the opportunity to study a range of TAFE courses while still in high school.
Study HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
Applications are now open to study February 2026 across Queensland. Apply now and start your journey towards becoming an Enrolled Nurse today.
More TAFE Course Options
Start TAFE Now (STN)
Start your vocational education training while still in school with our Start TAFE Now program and gain credit for your high school certificate.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Our apprenticeships and traineeships are developed in consultation with industry and involve practical learning experiences.
Short Courses and Micro-credentials
Build your professional development and explore an area of interest with our exciting range of flexible online courses.
Information to Get You Started
TAFE Subsidised Training
Reduce the fees you pay with government subsidised training, from free to low-fee TAFE course options.
Paying for TAFE
Find out more about payment options including VET Student Loans, approved courses, eligibility, and paying upfront for your studies.
School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship (SAT)
Kick start a student's career and progress a student’s learning with a School-Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship.
Important Application Dates
Find the application deadlines and key dates relevant to your study level and course.
No ATAR, No Problem
An ATAR is not required to access CQU TAFE courses. Completing a certificate III CQU TAFE course or higher will provide you with an ATAR rank for undergraduate study.
University Shop
Get your textbooks hassle-free from CQU's online University Shop for convenient access to course materials and resources.
“The best thing about studying at CQU TAFE is the knowledge and professionalism of the lecturers and the fact they go above and beyond just teaching you – they will actually explain things in a way you can understand.
Diploma of Community Services
Become a TAFE teacher
Looking for a career change? Join CQU and help train the next generation in your field of expertise. Our TAFE teachers enjoy generous leave, super and flexible hours.
WorldSkills CQ Regional Competition
A platform for young professionals and apprentices to showcase expertise. Discover more at WorldSkills Australia.
Why Choose TAFE at CQU
Top Quality Training
9 in 10 CQU TAFE grads are happy with their overall training quality
NCVER National Student Outcomes Survey 2022
Great Employment Outcomes
91% of TAFE grad were employed or enrolled in further study after training
NCVER National Student Outcomes Survey 2022
Great online experience
over 85% of TAFE students studying online rate the experience highly
NCVER National Student Outcomes Survey 2022
Related Information
First Nations Students
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High School Students
If you're a high school student or know someone who is, find easy-to-access information and links about everything you need to know about studying at CQU.
Choosing a Career
Explore careers, job insights, and the CQU courses that will help you take the next step towards your dream career.
Become a VET Educator
Use your industry skills to teach and inspire with CQUniversity.
