Connecting school to career transitions
Vocational Education and Training
(VET) plays an important role at Cairns State High School helping students move from school to further
education, training and employment. VET qualifications are recognised
nationally and are industry endorsed.
These courses combine relevant knowledge and practical skills that
reflect current industry standards.
The VET Student Handbook has more information. It is advisable to also check updates on the Cairns SHS Careers website throughout the year.
As a Registered Training Organisation
(RTO Code 30248), Cairns High is able to deliver a range of nationally recognised training
packages at Certificate I and II levels. Students are also able to obtain VET qualifications
(Cert III or Diploma) offered by external RTO’s. These courses can be studied
as part of their timetable in a flexible mode.
Subject information
As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 30248), Cairns
State High School is able to deliver a range of nationally recognised training
packages at Certificate I and II levels. Policies and procedures at Cairns State High School for VET programs meet the Standards for RTO's 2015.
Students are also able to obtain VET qualifications
(Certificate I – IV and Diploma) offered by external RTO’s. Some of the School-Based VET
programs offered at Cairns High include:
Students enrolled in VET programs
have access the to the VET Student Handbook. This handbook highlights important
information for students and in particular refers to the complaints policy.
Flexible timetable for Year 11 and 12
To assist students in developing their skills for career pathways, Period 4 Wednesday and Thursday's are flexible learning periods. The options are:
This includes:
School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Work experience Structured Work Learning Courses and Certificates as required e.g. construction white card, dive course, boat licence etc Home study
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One or a combination of the following:
University/TAFE courses
Work Experience Structured Work Learning Home study
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The following courses are available:
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Unique Student Identifier (USI)
All students enrolled in a VET program must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI number is issued by the federal government and without a USI students cannot be issued with their qualifications. Please refer to the 
How to apply for a USI for more information.
Third party courses
Cairns State High School utilises the following RTOs (Registered Training Organisations) to deliver Certificate courses to our students. The RTOs are all ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) approved and comply with the Australian Quality Training Framework.
Work experience placement assists students in their
transition from school to work. It provides a formal arrangement whereby
school students who are at least 14 years old participate in activities at
a place of paid or voluntary work. Students in Years 10 to 12 can participate
in this program and placements occur during school holidays.
VPG Work Experience Program Induction
School-based Apprentices/Traineeships (SATs)
Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 can enrol in a Certificate II or III study program as a trainee or apprentice in an area of interest to them; becoming School Based Apprentices/Trainees (SATs). SAT's are not automatic for all who want them – it is a competitive market and students will need to ensure that their school performance positions them to be competitive. SATs are proving to be a valuable way for students to start their career by combining school with work and training (at Certificate II or III level). This usually involves attending one day of paid work per week and completing the appropriate training. The flexible timetable accommodates SATS students, however other timetable adjustments may be required to help them meet their study obligations. Please visit the Queensland Government School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship website for more information.
Students interested in SAT's should first seek advice from the Head of Senior Pathways
A-Z List of Apprenticeships and Traineeships (PDF, 77kb)
Sarah Daggett | Head of Senior Pathways