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Darling Downs and South West Region - Career Taster Programs
The Career Taster Pilot Program is designed for Queensland Year 10 students across the Darling Downs and South West region who are starting to think about what life might look like after school.
- DATE
- Term 2 and Term 3, 2026
- TIME
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Class times vary
- LOCATION
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Multiple
- PRESENTER
- TAFE Queensland
Get a taste for a future career while you’re still at school.
Delivered at TAFE Queensland campuses across the region, our Career Taster program gives Year 10 students the chance to test drive different career areas, try real hands‑on skills, and explore local industries — all without committing to a specific study or career pathway.
Career Tasters are a practical way to discover what you enjoy, build confidence, and learn about the training and job opportunities available in your community.
Start dates and delivery days are listed with the Career Taster programs available at each campus location.
If you require more information, please contact your local TAFE at School team.
Locations and available programs
Career Taster Vehicle Trades: Explore light and heavy vehicles, hybrid and electric vehicles, and vehicle engineering.
Term 2: From 6 May to 24 June 2026 | Time: 8am to 3.45pm
Day: Wednesday
Term 3: From 16 July to 3 September 2026 | Time: 8am - 3.45pm
Day: Thursday
Term 3: From 13 July to 31 August 2026 | Time: 8am - 3.45pm
Day: Monday
Career Taster Engineering and Electrical: Try practical skills in welding, metal fabrication, autonomous technology and fluid power.
Term 2: From 27 April to 22 June 2026 | Time: 8am - 3:45pm
Day: Monday
Term 3: From 13 July – 31 August 2026 or 14 July – 1 September 2026 | Time: 8am - 3:45pm
Day: Monday or Tuesday
Career Taster Engineering and Electrical: Try electrotechnology, sustainable energy systems, autonomous technology and engineering fundamentals.
Term 2: From 5 May to 23 June 2026 | Time: 8am - 3:45pm
Day: Tuesday
Career Taster Construction Trades: Get hands‑on experience in carpentry, finishing trades (painting), plumbing and furnishing.
Term 2: From 8 May to 26 June 2026 | Time: 8am - 3:45pm
Day: Friday
Career Taster Health and Community Services: Explore health and nursing, aged care and disability, early childhood, and community services.
Term 2: From 22 April to 24 June 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Wednesday
Term 3: From 15 July – 16 September 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Wednesday
Career Taster Information Technology and Business: Discover networking, hardware, cybersecurity and coding.
Term 2: From 27 April to 22 June 2026 | Time: 8am - 3:45pm
Day: Monday
Term 3: From 20 July to 7 September 2026 | Time: 8am - 3.45pm
Day: Monday
Career Taster Agriculture, Animals and Plants: Explore small native and domestic animal care, large animal care and management, horticulture, and science‑related careers.
Term 2: From 27 April to 22 June 2026 | Time: 8.30am - 4.15pm
Day: Monday
Term 3: From 20 July to 7 September 2026 | Time: 8am - 3.45pm
Day: Monday
Career Taster Hospitality and Tourism: Build skills in cookery, baking, hospitality and front of house, travel, and event management.
Term 2: From 27 April to 22 June 2026 | Time: 8.15am - 3.45pm
Day: Monday
Term 3: From 13 July to 14 September 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Monday
Career Taster Personal Services: Learn creative skills in hairdressing and barbering, beauty, make‑up and nails, massage, and fitness.
Term 2: From 23 April to 25 June 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Thursday
Term 3: From 15 July to 16 September 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Monday
Career Taster Vehicle Trades: Explore light and heavy vehicles, hybrid and electric vehicles, and vehicle engineering.
Term 2: From 7 May to 25 June 2026 | Time: 8.15am to 3.45pm
Day: Thursday
Term 3: From 16 July to 3 September 2026 | Time: 8.15am - 3.45pm
Day: Thursday
Career Taster Engineering and Electrical: Try electrotechnology, sustainable energy systems, autonomous technology and engineering fundamentals.
Term 2: From 8 May to 26 June 2026 | Time: 8am to 3.45pm
Day: Friday
Career Taster Engineering and Electrical: Try hands-on skills in welding, metal fabrication, autonomous technology and fluid power.
Term 2: From 5 May to 23 June 2026 | Time: 8am to 3.45pm
Day: Tuesday
Term 3: From 14 July to 1 September 2026 | Time: 8am - 3.45pm
Day: Tuesday
Career Taster Hospitality and Tourism: Explore cookery, hospitality and front of house, travel and event management.
Term 2: From 27 April to 22 May 2026 | Time: 8.15am to 3.45pm
Day: Monday
Term 3: From 14 July to 15 September 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Tuesday
Career Taster Vehicle Trades: Explore light and heavy vehicles, hybrid and electric vehicles, and vehicle engineering.
Term 2: From 6 May to 24 June 2026 | Time: 8.15am to 3.45pm
Day: Wednesday
Term 3: From 15 July to 2 September 2026 | Time: 8.15am to 3.45pm
Day: Wednesday
Term 3: From 16 July to 23 September 2026 | Time: 8.15am to 3.45pm
Day: Thursday
Career Taster Personal Services: Learn creative skills in hairdressing and barbering, beauty, make‑up and nails, massage, and fitness.
Term 2: From 20 April to 22 June 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Monday
Term 3: From 13 July to 14 September 2026 | Time: 9am - 3pm
Day: Monday
Career Taster Engineering and Electrical: Try hands-on skills in welding, metal fabrication, autonomous technology and fluid power.
Term 3: From 16 July to 3 September 2026 | Time: 8am - 3.45pm
Day: Thursday