Esperance
South Regional TAFE’s Esperance campus delivers training to skill the community for local industries and services supporting the town’s infrastructure.
Esperance, which roughly translated, is French for 'hope', sees tourism, agriculture and fishing steer the economy of this stunning coastal community.Â
Esperance, located 720 kilometres south east of Perth, boasts picture perfect coastal scenery with squeaky white sand and turquoise water. Â
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Business Hours
Normal business hours are 8am – 4.30pm  Monday to Thursday, 8am – 4 pm Friday.
Contacts
7 Connolly Street, Sinclair, Esperance, Western Australia 6450
Services and Facilities
The campus has moved to a new, purpose-built facility on the corner of Connolly Street and Pink Lake Road.
The campus features:
•   an industry-standard beauty and hairdressing salon
•   construction workshop
•   computer laboratoriesÂ
•   gymnasium.
The South Regional TAFE Library and Information Services manage access to training resources across the region to assist you meet your academic goals.
Library services are available to all current South Regional TAFE students and staff. Although the library’s main collections are based at the Bunbury and Albany campuses, all enrolled students and staff members of South Regional TAFE are eligible to request any of the resources from the online catalogue, regardless of location. You can access the Library Website here.
Email your request to library@srtafe.wa.edu.au (Bunbury) or library.albany@srtafe.wa.edu.au (Albany), talk to your lecturer, or phone us on 6371 3174 (Bunbury) or 6371 3888 (Albany) and we’ll help you with your options.
Click on the link for information on registering for a Smart Rider concession card.
Dignity Dispensers provide free period products to students, visitors and staff who require them
These machines are funded by the WA Government
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Courses available at Esperance
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Certificate III in Agriculture
Study modes:
Flexible
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Agriculture
When you completed this course you will be ready for a career in agriculture. This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in agriculture. The qualification enables individuals to select a livestock production, horticulture or livestock context as a job focus or, in the case of mixed farming enterprises, both horticulture and livestock.
You will have the skills and knowledge to perform tasks in a variety of contexts, which involve some judgement in selecting equipment and services.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2024. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs. Fees may vary for courses transitioning to the new training package.Â
Certificate III
Auschem
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Agriculture
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to manage risks associated with chemical use, and to understand your obligations in the areas of duty of care, quality assurance and environmental management.
Participants will learn on a practical level how to improve their integrated pest management programmes, to better choose the right chemical for the job and to apply it more accurately. The course is designed for people who will be spraying chemicals without supervision.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units: AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases and AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
Short course
Back Pack/ Boom Spray Combined Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Agriculture
Description
This course is for those seeking to obtain the mandatory licence required to meet Health Department requirements for a Pest Management Technician licence if you are spraying chemicals for commercial gain.
If only a backpack or hand held device is used for spot spraying then this course is suitable.
It may lead to employment in Lawn & Garden, Landscaping, Bushland & Mine Site Rehabilitation.
Skills and knowledge elements include:
   Common weeds found in WA
   Common weed controls used in WA (following Integrated Pest Management strategies)
   Safe disposal of chemical residue and containers
   Correct Personal Protective Equipment for selected control measures
   Understanding a chemical label, schedules and use of chemicals
   Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
   Groups of chemicals and their formulations
The Backpack course is held over three days, covering three units of competency.
Those that enrol in the Boomspray course attend the first three days and then two additional days to complete the extra three units.
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Certificate III in Barbering
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Hairdressing
This qualification reflects the role of barbers who use a range of well-developed sales, consultation and technical skills and knowledge to provide a broad range of barbering services to clients. They use discretion and judgement to provide client services and take responsibility for the outcomes of their own work.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a barber in any industry environment, usually a barber shop or salon.
Certificate III
Barista Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Commercial Cookery
This theory and practical workshop based course starts with the growing and roasting of the beans and leads you through the process of extracting the perfect espresso and making the complete menu of espresso drinks.
You will learn, understand and put into practice the basics of espresso coffee. Also included is coffee cultivation and processing, roasting and blending, different coffee styles, coffee bean storage, grinder setting, adjustment and milk texturing and espresso machine cleaning.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units.
- Â Â Â SITXFSA001 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety
- Â Â Â SITHFAB005 Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee
Skill set
Certificate III in Beauty Services
Study modes:
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Beauty Therapy
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in Beauty services. You will have the skills and knowledge to start in the beauty industry. The practical experience you gain will provide you with the skills required to work at an entry level in the beauty industry. You will learn a range of beauty services including make-up waxing manicure and pedicure lash and brow treatments demonstrate and sell retail skin care and cosmetic products You will gain hands on experience in a simulated work environment where you'll perform simple tasks on real clients.
Certificate III
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
Study modes:
Full-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Beauty Therapy
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in Beauty Therapy. You will have the skills and knowledge to perform a range of beauty therapy treatments and services, including facial massage, lash and brow treatments, nail technology services, make-up, waxing, body massage, aromatherapy, and knowledge of skin care, cosmetic products and customer service. You will also learn a broad range of skilled applications, including requirements to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and some provision of leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of skills.
Certificate IV
Broadacre Harvest Operations Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Agriculture
The Broadacre Harvest Operations Skill Set will give anyone new to the agricultural industry the skills and knowledge to safely undertake employment for harvest operations in the broadacre sector. You will gain the knowledge to safely operate a range of machinery used for harvest, for example a tractor, header, auger and chaser-bin.
This skill set is ideal for anyone wanting to enter the agricultural industry and gain employment as a farm worker during harvest. It may appeal to school leavers, career changers, or anyone wanting to update their skills according to current industry practices and equipment.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units
- AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processesÂ
- AHCMOM305 Operate specialised machinery and equipment
- AHCBAC308 Undertake agricultural crop harvesting activities
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Skill set
Certificate III in Business
Study modes:
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Business
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in business. This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. It is likely that these individuals are establishing their own work performance.
You will have the skills and knowledge to carry out a range of routine procedural, clerical, administrative or operational tasks that require technology and business skills. They apply a broad range of competencies using some discretion, judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
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Certificate III
Certificate IV in Business
Study modes:
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Business
When you complete this course course, you will be ready for a career in business. This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. These individuals may have supervisory performance accountabilities.
Individuals in these roles carry out a mix of specialist and moderately complex administrative or operational tasks that require self-development skills. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others. You will have the skills and knowledge to use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base to apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse information from a variety of sources.Â
Certificate IV
Business Ready Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Business
The Business Ready skill set will give you the skills and knowledge required to deliver all aspects of customer service including how to create a relationship with customers, identify their needs, deliver services or products and process customer feedback. You’ll also learn how to use business technology and produce business documents, follow work health and safety (WHS) and emergency procedures and instructions, and use computer software and organise
electronic information and data.
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Skill set
Certificate III in Carpentry
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Carpentry and Joinery
This is a trade qualification for carpenters in residential and commercial workplaces. It includes setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and steel products.
Certificate III
Chainsaw Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Agriculture
This course covers the process of maintaining, preparing and operating hand-held chainsaws in a work environment.
These skills can be transferred to the homestead, are useful for home gardners and could lead to employment in parks and gardens or landscaping.
You will gain skills and knowledge in understanding the correct type of chainsaw for a particular task, how to use the chainsaw, maintain the chainsaw and store suitable personal protective equipment.
You will also carry out routine checks and maintenance on a chainsaw, apply appropriate chainsaw techniques, cutting methods according to manufacturer’s specifications and documented low risk work procedures; assess and minimise environmental impacts of chainsaw use; maintain records of chainsaw training and certification, risk assessment and use.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain Chainsaws
Skill set
Confined Spaces Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.
In this course you will learn the requirements for working in confined spaces including:
- Â timely completion of entering and working in confined spaces safely
- Â work within a confined space and compliance with the permit conditions
- Â procedures, records and techniques,
- Â knowledge of the legislation and relevant standards
- Â site/organisation risk assessment guidelines,
- Â use and maintenance of appropriate PPE and more.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
To remain current, it is recommended that you complete this course every two years
Skill set
EWP Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This 2-day short course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more).
By completing this course successfully, you will be equipped to apply for a National High-Risk Work Licence Class WP. Students must apply and pay for this license separately with WorkSafe.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit TLILIC0005 - Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) (Release 2)
Skill set
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Flexible
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Early Childhood Education and Care
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in early childhood education and care. You will have the skills and knowledge to work effectively as an educator, supporting the development and wellbeing of children aged 0 to 5 years. You will gain an understanding of children's individual developmental needs and be able to provide safe learning opportunities and support to children from diverse backgrounds.
Certificate III
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Study modes:
Flexible
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Early Childhood Education and Care
This qualification reflects the role of educators who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators.
Diploma
Emotional Intelligence Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Career Development
This workshop will develop the skills and knowledge to increase self-awareness and self-management by:
- Recognising your own triggers and cues
- Identifying the impact of your own emotions on others in the workplace
- Strategies to control your own emotional responses
- Recognising and appreciating the emotional strengths and weaknesses of others
- Promoting the development of emotional intelligence in others
- Utilising emotional intelligence to maximise team outcomes
Skill set
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking)
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Metal Fabrication
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of an engineering tradesperson - fabrication within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries. The qualification has been specifically developed to meet the needs of apprentices in the above trade. The qualification packaging has been developed on an assumption that competency will be developed through an integrated combination of on and off-the-job learning strategies such as those delivered through a formal apprenticeship. The qualification may also be achieved through formal skills recognition assessment processes.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of fabrication work, including undertaking metal fabrication, structural steel erection, sheetmetal work, welding, blacksmithing and surface finishing.
Certificate III
Forklift Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
Logistics and Warehousing
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to operate a forklift truck safely.
Participants will learn how to operate a forklift truck by planning the work, conducting routine checks on a forklift truck, shifting loads in a safe manner and safely shut down and secure equipment after completing operations.
Industry licensing information: this course may allow students with the correct qualifications to apply for the National High Risk Licence class LF. Students must apply and pay for this licence separately with WorkSafe.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit: Â
TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck
Skill set
Certificate III in Hairdressing
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Hairdressing
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in hairdressing. You will have the skills and knowledge to provide a broad range of hairdressing services to clients. This qualification reflects the role of hairdressers who use a range of well-developed sales, consultation and technical skills. They use discretion and judgement to provide client services and take responsibility for the outcomes of their own work.
Certificate III
Health and Safety Representatives Course
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Work Health and Safety
This five day WorkSafe Western Australia accredited course for Health and Safety Representatives will provide representatives with information and skills to enable them to effectively carry out their role as "representatives" of employees, and as defined under Section 68 of the WHS Act.
The course is specifically designed to achieve the objectives of the Act offering a balanced approach with emphasis on cooperation and consultation and representatives' participation in the development and formulation of safety and health policy and procedures at the workplace.
This course covers:
- how to apply the legislative requirements to the workplace
- how to apply the principles of Risk Management by participating in and conducting a workplace inspection
- how to apply the techniques of accident investigation
- how to assist the employer in the development of accident prevention controls and systems
- how to effectively communicate with the employer and employees on safety and health matters
On completion of this course, participants will receive a Statement of Attendance from South Regional TAFE.
Short course
Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Study modes:
Apprenticeship
Sub study areas:
Heavy Automotive Plant
When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in the heavy automotive sector. You will have the skills and knowledge to carry out diagnostic procedures and undertake appropriate repairs, identifying and applying safe work practices in the heavy automotive industry. This course will expand your knowledge and practical skills specific to heavy commercial vehicles, including steering, braking and hydraulic systems. (NB. You will need to be employed and registered as an apprentice/trainee before you can undertake this course).Â
Certificate III
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
Delivered at:
Study modes:
Flexible
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Aged Care
When you complete the Certificate III in Individual Support you'll be on your way to a career as an aged care assistant.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the aged care industry, caring for the elderly, enabling them to maintain independence, understanding and supporting people with dementia, safety procedures, ethical behaviour, infection control, working with cultural diversity, and workplace health and safety.
This course includes a compulsory work placement. The units in Traineeships are customised according to the individual Training Agreement that is negotiated with the employer and may vary (within the Qualification rules) in each case.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2024. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs. Fees may vary for courses transitioning to the new training package.Â
Certificate III
Intermediate Excel Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Business
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop spreadsheets through the use of both cloud-based and non-cloud based spreadsheet applications.
It applies to individuals employed in a range of environments who tend to be personally responsible for designing and working with spreadsheets under minimal supervision. These individuals are generally required to have intermediate knowledge and understanding of a number of spreadsheet applications
- Follow correct ergonomic, conservation requirements and relevant organisational and statutory requirements
- Design spreadsheets that address a range of data and organisational requirements
- documents that align to document purpose and appropriate to target audience
- use software functions, graphics and support materials to create spreadsheets that adhere to organisational requirements relating to style and presentation
- Key elements of formatting of spreadsheets appropriate to workplace documents, including the ability to calculate:
- sum totals
- averages
- counts of values
- formulas and functions with:
- addition, subtraction, division, multiplication
- brackets
- create and modify intermediate-level charts that analyse the dataset.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets
Skill set
Intermediate Word Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Business
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and produce various business documents.
The unit applies to those who possess fundamental skills in computer operations. They may exercise discretion and judgement using appropriate theoretical knowledge of document design and production to provide technical advice and support to a team.
What will you learn in this course?
- Follow correct ergonomic, conservation requirements and relevant organisational and statutory requirements
- Documents that align to document purpose, appropriate to target audience and that adhere to organisational requirements relating to style and presentation
- Key elements of producing documents appropriate to the workplace including;
- applying basic design principles
- applying consistent formatting
- using appropriate styles
- using correct layouts
- proofreading
- record keeping procedures.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit BSBTEC301 - Design and produce business documents.
Skill set
Introduction to Direct Support Skill Set
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Aged Care
Disability Services
A career in the ageing or disability sector can be very rewarding. You can get started in one of the fastest growing work forces in Western Australia and make a positive difference to the lives of others.
This is an exciting opportunity to start a career that makes a difference and supports a person to reach their goals, engage with the community and meet their support needs.
As part of this course you will attend a work placement with an employer where you will gain real, hands on industry experience and secure a ‘foot in the door’.
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Skill set
Makeup Workshop
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Beauty Therapy
This makeup workshop will be held over Two nights the course will teach you tricks-of-the-trade to elevate your personal makeup skills and help you to create your ideal makeup look.
In our step by step exercises, you will learn how to choose and apply makeup that suits your individual face shape, skin type and colouring. Places are limited to ensure personalised one-on-one time with the lecturer.
- Day and evening makeup looks
- Makeup routines and hot tips
- Choosing makeup products
- Makeup tools and application
This is a Non-accredited course
Short course
Operate a Small Business Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Business
This skill set will prepare you to operate a small business in a wide range of industries, whether you plan to work in an administrative role or you
are running your own business. You will learn how to design and produce business documents, publications and spreadsheets, identify financial requirements of a business including profit targets, cash flow projections and strategies to gather financial support, workplace health and safety (WHS) legislation and how to create and build a social networking presence
using social media tools and applications.
On completion of the course, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for the nationally accredited units:
BSBESB403 - Plan finances for new business ventures
BSBTEC301 - Design and produce business documents
BSBTEC302 - Design and produce spreadsheets
BSBWHS307 - Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace
ICTWEB306 - Develop web presence using social media
Skill set
Recreational Skippers Ticket Class (6 student costing)
Delivered at:
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Maritime Studies
A person in charge of a registrable recreational vessel powered by a motor greater than 4.5kwp (6hp) is required to hold a Recreational Skipper’s Ticket.
You will gain the theory and practical training to be a safe recreational skipper.
- A power boat is provided for this training.
- Course fees are inclusive of the DoT licence fee.
- You will need to bring primary photo identification such as a driver’s licence.
This is a non-accredited short course
Short course
SRT Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
Aged Care
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide medication assistance and complete medication documentation. It also involves supporting a client to self-administer medication. This unit applies to community services and health workers with authority in their state or territory to assist with the administration of medication.
Students will learn (within their scope of practice):
• How to prepare to assist with medication
• How to prepare the client for assistance with administration of medication
• How to support clients with administration of medication
• How to handle medication contingencies
• How to complete medication distribution and documentation
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication.
Skill set
White Card Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
To enter a building site in Australia it is a requirement to hold a current General Induction card, also known as a 'White Card' (formerly Blue Card). The card is valid for use on all construction sites in Australia.
This training reinforces the Occupational Health and Safety roles and responsibilities of employees and employers aimed at raising the safety standards in the construction industry.
The course covers:
   Occupational Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
   Communication and consultation on Occupational Health and Safety
   Implementing Occupational Health and Safety risk management & the principles of safe systems
   Emergencies & first aid in the workplace
   Key principles relating to workplace injury management
On successful completion of this course, students will be issued a WorkSafe WA registered White Card and receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit.
   CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
Skill set
Work at Heights Skill Set
Study modes:
On Campus
Sub study areas:
General Construction
This course identifies the risks associated with working at heights. Participants will be introduced to safe work practices, regulations and industry codes designed to contain height related work risks.
This course is for anyone who is required to work at height either on a personal or professional level, and who could be at risk of injury as a result of this work.
The course covers:
   Identify work requirements
   Identify work procedures and instructions
   Access and install equipment
   Perform work at heights
   Clean up work area
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited unit:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â RIIWHS204EÂ Work Safely at Heights
Skill set
Certificate II in Workplace Skills
Study modes:
Flexible
Full-Time
Part-Time
Traineeship
Sub study areas:
Business
This qualification reflects the role of individuals developing the necessary skills in preparation for work in entry-level Business Services job roles.
When you complete this course you will have the skills and knowledge to carry out a range of basic procedural, clerical, administrative or operational tasks that require self-management and technology skills.
Individuals in entry level roles generally work under direct supervision.
Certificate II
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