If you love sharing knowledge and fostering growth in others, then education and training could be the field for you. In this industry, you can support students to flourish throughout their lives and careers.
From preschool to post secondary education, education and training services is a growing industry. It’s forecast that 46,371 new workers will be needed in the industry in Victoria by 2026.*
Education aides, primary and secondary school teachers, and TAFE teachers are all in high demand. You can become an education aide directly through a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course, or you can become a TAFE teacher by combining your industry experience alongside a VET training qualification. If you want to be a school teacher, a VET course can put you on a pathway to go on to a teaching degree.
Changes to Victoria’s childhood education system have also driven demand for early childhood workers. Visit our working with children and young people profile for more information on training and careers in early childhood, out of school care and youth work.
You can also work with accredited or non-accredited providers, or as a private tutor teaching subjects like sport or art.
Education and training services is a highly regulated industry. Usually, you need some qualifications before starting work. This may be through a VET course, or higher education.
Explore the information below to learn more about working in the education and training services industry.
Training and careers in education and training services
What it’s like to work in education and training services
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Training and skills to work in education and training services
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Career success stories
From mechanics to clean energy: how Andrew transferred his skills across careers
“My mechanical and electrical background was perfect for clean energy. As technicians, we’re constantly reskilling and learning to keep up, which means opportunities keep coming to try new things.”
Feeding the world: Bec’s passion for training tomorrow’s farmers
“I don’t think people realise just how big agriculture is and how many different pathways there are into it. If I have the opportunity to support our future farmers, what a joy!”
From coffee to classrooms: Brett’s TAFE teaching journey
“If you are passionate about representing your industry and helping others, TAFE teaching can be a great path. I’ve got students who have been a truck driver for 30 years, or an arborist or nurse.“
Flying high: Leif is lifting the aircraft maintenance workforce
“I believe there will be a seismic shift in the next decade of aviation. There are a lot of opportunities across the board, from apprenticeships right through to senior leadership positions.”
Styled for self-image: Paige’s hairdressing impact
“Our apprenticeships are naturally very practical. You’re in the salon getting first-hand experience which opens up windows of opportunity for learning, growth and making connections in the industry.”
The right person for the right job: Tom’s teaching journey
“VET teachers and students are hands-on people – we’re constructors, that’s how we learn. The lessons are so concrete and real. As a young person, to find your place is a beautiful thing.”
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* Statistics source: Victorian Skills Authority Employment Forecast Dashboard.
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