EVET (External courses)

What is the difference between VET and TVET?

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

VET courses are designed and taught by industry experts. They provide practical knowledge and technical skills for hundreds of trade and industry roles.

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

Australian vocational education and training (VET) is also known as ‘Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET)’ and ‘skills training’. Australia’s TAFE (Technical and Further Education) institutes are the largest provider of VET.

TAFE NSW courses

Students have the option to study a TAFE NSW course as part of Year 11 and Year 12. A TAFE NSW course is the equivalent to a subject offered at Tomaree High School. 

A TAFE NSW course:

• Counts as 2 units 
• Contributes to the HSC credential
• Some courses contribute towards an ATAR 
• Courses are nationally recognised certificate qualifications (Certificate II and Certificate III) 

Application Process

1. View courses available in Port Stephens and Newcastle region: TAFE NSW courses Tomaree CLC, Newcastle - Tighes Hill, Hunter Street, Hamilton, Glendale. 
2. Select TAFE NSW/EVET as part of the online subject selection process. 
3. Complete form: EVET Funded Program Expression of Interest 2026
4. Completed signed form to be handed in at mentoring session.  

Need more information?

• TAFE NSW for schools website
• TAFE NSW TVET Guide 2026