How would you like to get a nationally recognised and accredited qualification but pay only half-price course fees?
From tourism and hospitality to commercial cookery, aged care to automotive and engineering, business and IT, healthcare and childhood education, electrical to heavy vehicle mechanical technology — to name just a few — there really is something here for everyone under the Lower fees, local skills program, and this is where the jobs are!
These qualifications are matched up with the skills employers are looking for, so you'll be job ready.
What's new?
In January 2020, the Lower fees, local skills program started with 18 half price course fees qualifications at North Regional TAFE. On 2 July 2020, a further 24 half price course fees qualifications were announced at NR TAFE in a broad range of industry areas. If you think you've seen the Lower fees, local skills courses already, take another look!
What's better than half price course fees? How about an annual fees cap!
That's right — regardless of how much the course fees for your qualification actually are, you will not pay more than the set fees cap amount per qualification or course.
24 new qualifications were added to Lower fees Local skills on 2 July 2020. Fee caps for these courses apply from that date.
- All students aged 15—24 years of age are eligible for an annual concession course fee cap of $400
- For all eligible concession students, the annual course fee cap is $400
- The annual course fee cap for non-concession students is $1,200
Please note that only course fees are half price for the Lower fees, local skills qualifications. You may be required to pay other fees that apply to your course. Please check our FAQs for further information, or speak to Client Services Team.
Check out our Lower Fees, Local Skills courses listed below.
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
National ID UEE22020 | State ID BFP1In UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology, students embark on a specialised journey tailored for school students. In this Qualification, they will gain essential skills in mathematics, physics, and practical electrical knowledge, preparing them for entry-level roles in this high-demand...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
National ID UEE30820 | State ID BFN0Apprentices will learn through a combination of employment and block training at North Regional TAFE.
This qualification provides competencies to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in...
- Karratha Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
Elevated Work Platform Skill Set
State ID IAA27Undertaking theory and practical activities, participants will be guided through the operation of an EWP, ensuring:
- hazards and risk elimination/control strategies
- conduct routine checks
- set up an elevating work platform
- operate an elevating...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
- On campus
Certificate II in Engineering
National ID MEM20105 | State ID W233Participants will learn skills in:
- Using tools
- Measuring and calculating
- Technical drawing and drafting
- Welding
Participants will also learn about safety in the workplace, computing and maths. Participants will be able...
- Broome Campus
- Karratha Campus
- Newman Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
- Traineeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
National ID MEM31922 | State ID AE16Apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job learning and block training at North Regional TAFE.
Participants will learn how to perform some of the following tasks:
- Engineering measurements and computations
- Mechanical cutting
- ...
- Broome Campus
- Karratha Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician
National ID MEM31219 | State ID BEK1Apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job employment and block training at North Regional TAFE.
Participants will learn how to perform some of the following tasks:
- Terminate and test electrical wiring
- Select appropriate cabling and...
- Karratha Campus
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Machining)
National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD57Throughout this course, participants will be guided through the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance and service of all mechanical equipment, machinery, fluid power systems, stationary and mobile equipment, instruments...
- Karratha Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
- Tom Price Campus
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting)
National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD58Apprentices will learn through a combination of on-the-job employment and block training at North Regional TAFE.
Throughout this course, participants will be guided through the design, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, commissioning,...
- Karratha Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate II in Engineering Pathways
National ID MEM20413 | State ID J780This course equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to enhance their prospects of employment in an engineering or related working environment.
Participants will learn how to:
- Apply occupational health and safety principles
- Develop a career plan...
- Karratha Campus
- Newman Campus
- Pundulmurra Campus
Study Modes
Front End Loader Skill Set
State ID IAA93The course guides participants through:
- Planning and preparation
- Pre-start checks
- Front end loader operations, including attaching, securing, lifting, carrying and placing materials
- Machine relocation
- Machine operator maintenance...
- Minurmarghali Mia Campus
Study Modes
- On campus