Life at TAFE

Charlize Fontyn discovered her love for beauty at a young age. That early interest set the direction for her career, leading her to a role at a luxury day spa on the Gold Coast, where she refined her skills and immersed herself in every facet of the industry.

When Sara Jarad first walked into a dental prosthetics lab at TAFE Queensland, she couldn’t believe what she was seeing.

Hairdressing students put their skills to work - shaving heads, cutting ponytails and colouring hair - in support of the Leukaemia Foundation.

The program gives Year 10, 11 and 12 students the opportunity to complete a nationally recognised coaching qualification while still at school, studying one day per week at TAFE Queensland’s South Bank campus as part of their senior education.

For Richa Bhatia graduating from TAFE Queensland in 2025 after completing a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) marked more than the completion of a qualification — it represented perseverance, growth and a defining life chapter.

Bailey Markovic grew up on the water, so when it came time to choose a career, he decided to turn his love of all things marine into a profession.

For experienced professionals across the light and heavy automotive industries, TAFE Queensland offers a fast tracked delivery of the Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology (AUR20220) providing the specialist skills required to apply for an Automotive Air Conditioning Licence.

Christine Machielsen is a mum of four and a grandmother of twelve and proof that it is never too late to pursue your passions.

Rhyan arrived at TAFE Queensland through a pathway shaped by competing priorities. Before enrolling, Rhyan was completing an Honours thesis in Creative Arts, focused on creating ethical guidelines for the representation of neurodivergencies based on community perspectives for screen and media.

Four visual arts graduates from TAFE Queensland have taken an exciting step into the professional arts world, securing artist residencies through an ongoing partnership with Brisbane creative hub Vacant Assembly.

TAFE Queensland is taking learning on the road, hosting a series of workshops in regional communities for future tradies, apprentices and those looking for a new career in renewable energy and critical minerals.

Behind every successful apprentice is a team of educators and industry mentors helping them build the skills and confidence to succeed.