VET Pathways
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Vocational Education and Training (VET) at Marist College Canberra provides students with the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications while completing their senior secondary studies. Through hands-on learning and real-world experiences, students develop practical skills that prepare them for further study, apprenticeships, or direct entry into the workforce.
The College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 88004) and the Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications delivered to our Senior Students in Years 11 and 12 are the same as those delivered in non-school settings.
Our VET program continues to grow, offering a range of industry-relevant courses designed to align with emerging career pathways. In 2025, our Year 12 VET students achieved a 100% completion rate, with graduates earning an average of 1.7 qualifications each, demonstrating the strength and success of the program.
Many of our courses are delivered through strong industry partnerships, including our collaboration with Binnacle Training (RTO 31319), allowing students to access specialised qualifications in high-demand fields such as Fitness, Sport & Recreation, and Sport Coaching.
As we continue to expand our VET offerings, new programs in Information Technology and Creative Industries are planned for introduction by 2027, providing even more pathways for students to explore their interests and develop industry-ready skills.
What is VET?
VET combines school learning with real-world training.
VET provides students with the opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications while still at school.
Courses are competency-based, helping students explore career options, build career skills, and prepare for the world of work. Many courses include work placements, offering real-life experiences and, in some cases, future employment opportunities.
Benefits of VET at Marist
VET gives students the skills and confidence to succeed after school.
- Hands-on learning designed for real-world application.
- Industry-supported courses, aligned with national training packages.
- Clear pathways to further education, training, or employment.
- Nationally recognised qualifications issued by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS).
- Opportunity to graduate with multiple qualifications, boosting career prospects.
What we Offer
Our VET program is designed to deliver results, with proven success stories every year.
- 7 nationally recognised qualifications currently offered at Certificate II and III levels, with new programs in Information Technology and Creative Industries planned for 2027.
- 13 fully qualified VET staff, each holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122).
- Staff with industry-specific qualifications ranging from Certificate II to Diploma level and beyond.
- 100% completion rate for Year 12 VET students.
- Students graduate with an average of 1.7 qualifications each, giving them a strong career head start.
Pathways and Outcomes
VET opens doors to apprenticeships, employment, and further study.
Graduates of Marist’s VET program move into apprenticeships, employment, or further training with confidence. By the time they complete Year 12, students leave school work ready, with qualifications that set them apart.
VET Courses Available
VET at Marist College Canberra
Together, We Create Fine Young Men
Since 1968, Marist College has been a part of and had its footprints on the land of the Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples. As a College, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we stand. We acknowledge the continued deep spiritual attachment and relationship they have to this land and commit ourselves to the challenge of Closing the Gap and the ongoing journey of Reconciliation. We are, as Marists, an inclusive and welcoming community. We acknowledge that all are created in the image of our loving God and called to live our lives glorifying the Lord. People of all faiths, gender, sexualities, and cultures are therefore welcome and respected equally in the Marist Catholic community.