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School Holiday Program 2024
Thinking about future study but not sure what you want to do? Or just looking for something fun to do during the school holidays? TAFE Queensland is hosting a series of workshops to give high school students a taste of what TAFE Queensland has to offer.
- DATE
- 1 - 5 July 2024
- TIME
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9am - 4pm
- LOCATION
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Various Brisbane campuses
- PRESENTER
- TAFE Queensland
TICKET SALES HAVE CLOSED.
Greetings, ambitious students and supportive parents, guardians and sidekicks.
Are you pondering your future study options? Or perhaps you’re simply seeking an engaging way to spend the school holidays?
Look no further! TAFE Queensland is thrilled to present a series of workshops designed to give high school students a tantalising glimpse into the world of TAFE Queensland.
Why attend?
- Explore your interests: Our workshops cover a spectrum of exciting fields - from cutting-edge technology to culinary arts. Dive in and discover what ignites your passion.
- Find your tribe: Forge friendships with like-minded students from across Brisbane. It’s a chance to swap ideas, share dreams, and create lasting memories.
Entry requirements:
- Year levels: Open to students in Years 9, 10, 11, and 12.
- Guardian’s approval: We’ll need their contact info and a nod of approval.
- Student ID: Flash it like a badge of honour when you arrive.
What’s in it for you?
- Certificate of Completion: Boost your CV with a shiny certificate.
- Friendship building: Connect with fellow adventurers—it’s more fun together!
Investment in Your Journey:
- All ticket sales have now closed.
What happens on the day?
On the day
- Meet at the marquee in the centre of your chosen campus 15 minutes before your workshop starts (that's 8.45 am!). Your teacher will collect you from there.
- If you are sick and can't attend, please contact us on 0436 411 230.
What to bring
- Don’t forget your packed lunch, snacks and your water bottle. You will get a break for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea but you won’t be allowed off campus to purchase any meals.
- A notepad and pen.
- A USB stick in case you need to save any digital files.
- Any personal equipment such as Asthma puffers or an EpiPen.
- Enthusiasm and happiness galore!
What to wear
- Please wear comfortable casual clothes. You do not need to wear your school uniform.
- You must wear enclosed shoes.
- Be respectful with your clothing. No swear words, or inappropriate slogans. (If your clothing is considered offensive to others you may be asked to leave.)
- For those doing Baking and Cookery, please wear long pants.
What if I am sick or running late?
- Students who cannot attend on the day will contact the TAFE Queensland events team on 0436 411 230.
- Any students who do not attend within 30 minutes after the start of the workshop will have their parent/guardian contacted.
Our workshops
Architecture, horticulture, design and engineering
Blueprints to Brushstrokes: Engineering designs and interior dreams | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Creating Sustainable Spaces: An Introduction to Architectural Design | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Greenthumbs: Cultivate your plant propagation skills | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | Mt Gravatt campus
Bakery, patisserie and cookery
Baker’s Dream: A day of rising dough | Monday 1 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Baker’s Dream: A day of rising dough | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Sweet and Savoury: A culinary journey | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Creative arts
Future Filmmakers: From script to screen | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | Mt Gravatt campus
Sketch Masters: Unleashing creativity with character art | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Weaves and Strokes: Mastering artistic expression | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Early childhood and education support
Child's Play: Shaping minds through sensory adventures | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Events, tourism, and hospitality
Brewing Futures: The café skills workshop | Friday 5 July | 9am-4pm | Bracken Ridge campus
Brewing Futures: The café skills workshop | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | Loganlea campus
Brewing Futures: The café skills workshop | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Dream Destinations: Tomorrows travel and events experiences | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Fizz and Bubble: Homemade drink carbonation | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | Mt Gravatt campus
Fashion, hair and beauty
Event-ready: Hair and beauty workshop | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | Loganlea campus
Event-ready: Hair and beauty workshop | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Fashion Accessories: Leather accessories with style | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | Mt Gravatt campus
Fashion Illustration: Drawing artistic threads | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | Mt Gravatt campus
Hair Pro: A day as an apprentice hairdresser | Monday 1 July | 9-4pm | Alexandra Hills campus
Hair Pro: A day as an apprentice hairdresser | Tuesday 2 July | 9am - 4pm | Caboolture campus
Princess Peach: On-trend floristry | Monday 1 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
IT, digital design and photography
Code Forward: The next generation of digital frontiers | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Front Cover Stars: Unveil your design potential | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Next-Gen Creators: Unleashing the future of game design | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Pixel Pioneers: Professional studio lighting and Photoshop | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Shadows and Light: The art of cameraless photography | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Justice and government
Legal Eagles: Navigating Australia's justice system | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Nursing and health services
Future Nurses: Heroes in training | Monday 1 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Future Nurses: Heroes in training | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | Loganlea campus
Future Nurses: Heroes in training | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | Caboolture campus
Future Nurses: Heroes in training | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Sports and fitness
Champions: An Academy of Sport immersion | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Future Fit: Athletic testing and tailored training | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Game Changer: The Academy of Sport leaders of tomorrow | Wednesday 3 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Student skills
Assignment Ace: Elevating your academic game | Tuesday 2 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
Excel Your Savings: A student’s guide to budgeting and saving | Thursday 4 July | 9am-4pm | South Bank campus
THE LEGAL STUFF
- Student registration closes at 11.30pm (AEST) on Sunday 16 June 2024 unless sold out.
- Payments must be made at the time of purchase via Credit Card.
- Students who cannot attend on the day will contact the TAFE Queensland events team on 0436 411 230.
- Any students who do not attend within 30 minutes after the start of the workshop will have their parent/guardian contacted.
- Approval of all refunds is at the discretion of TAFE Queensland. Claims are to be sent to events.brisbane@tafeqld.edu.au for assessment.
- Each claim will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and will require supporting documentation such as a medical certificate.
- No general refunds or cancellations requests, without supporting documentation attached will be accepted after sales close at 11.30pm (AEST) on Sunday 16 June 2024.
What You Need to Know
As a TAFE Queensland School Holiday Program student, students have a responsibility to:
- Treat others with courtesy, respect and fairness;
- Respect the safety, well-being and property of others;
- Refrain from behaviour that may be perceived as unsafe, intimidating, discriminating, harassing, bullying or disruptive to others;
- Respect TAFE Queensland resources and facilities;
- Use computing and electronic resources appropriately;
- Bring along any required health items such as EpiPens, medications etc.
Student Misconduct
In the case of serious misconduct, a parent/guardian will be contacted at once and asked to pick up the student from campus within a reasonable timeframe. For further information on all TAFE Queensland Student Rules and Policies, please visit Student Rules & Policies Information | TAFE Queensland (tafeqld.edu.au).