Today is International Nurses Day 💙
We celebrate our students and graduated nurses, and their vital contributions to the health and well-being of our communities.
To mark the day, we’re sharing the story of three generations of SM TAFE nursing students – Alyssa, her mum Rebecca and her grandma Barb.
Alyssa is following in their footsteps, currently completing a Diploma in Nursing with the goal of becoming a paediatric nurse. Rebecca and Barb also studied nursing at SM TAFE, and both went on to careers in the mental health field.
From following a childhood dream to building a career in mental health, their journey highlights the lasting impact of nursing across generations.
🔗 Watch the video and read the full story in the News & Events section on our website - link in bio
#IND2026 #OurNursesOurFuture
Calling all female SM TAFE students with a flair for public speaking! 🎤
Showcase your skills in the annual “The Floor is Yours” public speaking competition, presented by Soroptimist International of Western Australia
Deliver a 4 to 6 minute speech on a topic related to women’s empowerment and compete alongside fellow TAFE students. Entry is free!
The winner will receive $500 and progress to the final for a chance to win $1,000.
📅 When: 4pm Tuesday, 26 May 2026
📍 Location: Library at Perth campus, North Metropolitan TAFE
⏰ Register by 5pm Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Register online - link in bio
Applications for the Dhalima Cyber Skills Program are now open!
Delivered in partnership with Intaris, this program supports Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to gain entry-level information technology skills for the cyber security industry.
The program covers training costs and related expenses to support your learning journey. You’ll also have the opportunity to be employed with @yirayarkinygroup as a security guard (eligibility requirements apply).
📅 Course dates: 6 July - 11 December 2026
🕒 Duration: 20 weeks (Monday to Wednesday, 8am - 4pm)
🎓 Qualification: ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology (General or Cyber Security stream)
📍Location: South Metropolitan TAFE Thornlie campus
Applications close 22 May 2026
For full details, including upcoming information session dates, visit our website 👉 link in bio
Applications for the Women in Engineering scholarship are closing this Friday!
In partnership with Chevron Australia, this program is designed to support women taking their first step into the oil, gas and resources industry.
This fully funded program offers hands-on learning in a supportive environment alongside other women, experienced trainers and industry role models. It’s a great opportunity to build confidence, gain industry exposure, and explore pathways into further study or a new career.
🎓 You’ll complete:
PMA20116 Certificate II in Process Plant Operations
MSM30116 Certificate III in Process Manufacturing
📅 Course start date: 20 July 2026
⏱️ Duration: 20 weeks full-time (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm)
📍 Location: South Metropolitan TAFE Munster Campus
Hurry, applications close Friday, 1 May 2026 - link in bio
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget 🌺
Youth Week WA kicks off today! South Metropolitan TAFE is proud to support this initiative, which is the largest annual celebration of young people aged 10 to 25 years in Western Australia.
To determine the theme for Youth Week 2026, a statewide design competition was held, which was open to the public.
Congratulations to our own South Metropolitan TAFE student Jesryl, who was the overall winner of this competition! Jesryl’s theme ‘Strength in our Stories’ sets the tone for Youth Week WA, highlighting the power of young people’s diverse backgrounds and experiences.
“When I found out I won the competition, I was ecstatic because it felt amazing to contribute to something that interests me and supports young people. The diversity of my TAFE peers’ upbringing, experiences and values inspired the creation of the theme. Personally, for me, it means that my experiences in life makes me uniquely me.”
During Youth Week, join in the celebrations at free events near you.
Find out more 👉 youthweek.wa.gov.au
#YouthWeekWA #StrengthInOurStories
Applications for the Women in Engineering scholarship are now open!
In partnership with Chevron Australia, this program is designed to support women taking their first step into the oil, gas and resources industry.
This fully funded program offers hands-on learning in a supportive environment alongside other women, experienced trainers and industry role models. It’s a great opportunity to build confidence, gain industry exposure, and explore pathways into further study or a new career.
🎓 You’ll complete:
MSM30116 Certificate III in Process Manufacturing
PMA20116 Certificate II in Process Plant Operations
📅 Course start date: 20 July 2026
⏱️ Duration: 20 weeks full-time (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm)
📍 Location: South Metropolitan TAFE Munster Campus
Applications close Sunday, 26 April 2026
Find out more and apply via our website - link in bio
Celebrating excellence at the SM TAFE Student Awards 🎉
We had a fantastic night at the Bentley Pines Training Restaurant, welcoming over 100 guests to celebrate the incredible achievements of our students.
This annual event is a great showcase of talent across SM TAFE, with finalists and winners announced across seven categories
Congratulations to our winners:
🏆 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year:
Eldrick Jetta | 22691VIC Certificate II in General Education for Adults
🏆Apprentice of the Year:
Cody Cole | MEM31219 Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician
🏆Culturally Diverse Student of the Year:
Wina Bayang | 22640VIC Certificate III in EAL (Access)
🏆 International Student of the Year:
Warona Machingaifa | CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services
🏆 Trainee of the Year:
Chen'ee Edgar | CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
🏆 VET Secondary Student of the Year:
Callum Abbey | SIT30522 Certificate III in Events
🏆 Vocational Student of the Year:
Emily Ward | SIT50322 Diploma of Event Management
A round of applause to all nominees, finalists, and winners for this outstanding achievement!👏
Read the full story in the News & Events section on our website 👉 link in bio
Nathen is a bun in a million! 🏆🥐
Congratulations to SM TAFE student Nathen on being crowned Woolworths Baker of the Year 2026!
Competing against talented bakers from across the country, Nathen impressed a panel of expert judges with his traditional hot cross buns, earning top marks for their texture, spiced aroma and perfect fruit-to-dough ratio.
Balancing work as a baker at Woolworths while studying the Certificate IV in Patisserie, Nathen continues to build his skills within the industry.
We’re incredibly proud of your achievement Nathen! 👏
Ready to perfect your own hot cross buns? Take your baking skills to the next level with our SIT40721 Certificate IV in Patisserie. Visit our website to find out more 👉 link in bio
📸 Photo credit: Woolworths
⏰ Applications are closing soon for the 2026 WA Training Awards! ⏰
If you are a trainee, apprentice or vocational student, don’t miss this opportunity.
The WA Training Awards recognise outstanding achievement in vocational education and training. Winners across 8 individual categories will receive $3,000, along with valuable networking and professional development opportunities.
Hurry, get your application in today! 👉link in bio
#WATA2026 #TakeTheLeap
Applications for the Women in Trades Scholarship are closing soon!
If you’re starting or continuing your studies at SM TAFE in areas like building and construction, engineering, science or information technology, you may be eligible for a $5,000 trades scholarship.
📆 Hurry, applications close 31 March 2026
Don’t miss out! Find out more and apply on our website 👉link in bio
It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week! 🌻✨ At SM TAFE, we celebrate the different ways our brains work. We are proud to support the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, ensuring that students with invisible disabilities feel seen, supported, and heard. What does the Sunflower mean at SM TAFE?
It’s a simple tool to signal that you might need:
✅ A bit more time
✅ Clearer instructions
✅ A quiet space or extra patience
You can pick up a Sunflower lanyard or find out more about our accessibility support by visiting the Student Support Services office on campus.
Let’s celebrate the strengths that come with thinking differently! 🧠🌈
