College Cairns

Cairns provide institutions for vocational training. These courses give students skill-based training in a broad range of industries. This type of training involves a mixture of theory and practical applications. The practical applications are intertwined into the courses. Some of these courses also offer a pathway into university. Some vocational courses teach subjects that can be accepted as prerequisites for university degree programs. Some of these courses can be accredited into a university program. Many of these courses also have job placement programs as well as work experience to enhance students’ skills.

The courses that can be studied range from accounting and business studies; environmental management; hospitality; information technology, and tourism. In Cairns the main providers are Accredited Online Training (A.O.T.), and the Cairns Business College (C.B.C.).

A.O.T. is one of Australia’s leading organisations that provide vocational training online. They provide training at the certificate and diploma level which is recognised throughout Australia. Among their customers are some of Australia’s large corporations. As well as providing training online they also have on their website tips on how to study online. For more information go to www.aot.edu.au

The C.B.C. is an institute of higher education that provides business courses in Cairns. It is Queensland’s oldest business college. International students wishing to enrol in the C.B.C. must provide proof of proficiency in English. The college will assess international students to determine if they are capable of completing a course in English.

Further information can be obtained at: Cairns Business College