Discover the training pathways to a career in the TCF&L industry
Career opportunities in the TCF&L sector range from those that include creative skills like fashion design, dressmaking and millinery, to specialised technical jobs involved in textile production, testing, grading and patternmaking.
The latest official statistics (2010) for the industry show that there are approximately 45,800 Australians employed by TCF&L and it contributes over $4.5 billion in industry value added to the Australian economy (via Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research - Portfolio Fact Sheets. Download TCF Manufacturing section here.)
Information on the variety of careers and training pathways in the TCF&L industries can be found at the following links:
TCF&L TRAINING AND CAREER LINKS
Skills Victoria - Victorian Government site that provides information on education and training options to the community including apprentices, trainees, students, teachers, trainers, businesses and employers. Search online for jobs and their related courses, eg fashion designer, textile technician, footwear worker.
Job Guide - Federal Government site that helps young people explore career options and make subject choices. Features hundreds of occupational profiles, including employment opportunities, personal requirements and education and training pathways.
myfuture - Australia's career information and exploration service. Features current career information, occupation profiles, job seeking tips, articles, videos and a search function for courses and scholarships in your area. myfuture is a joint initiative of Australian, state and territory governments.
Manufacturing Skills Australia - This website contains a wealth of information on over 150 jobs available within 13 manufacturing industry sectors and includes handy resources such as the MSA Manufacturing Careers InfoSheets.
TAFE Courses Directory - Gives you the means to find the course most suited to you. With more than 30 study areas and 1800 courses, the directory can help you to find a pathway to your chosen career; improve your skills, knowledge and job prospects and find the best flexible option. Victorian Government site. Links to courses for fashion, textiles, footwear.
OTHER TRAINING & EDUCATION LINKS:
Going to Uni - Federal Government site with information on higher education for students in Australia. Features a national, searchable online resource for courses offered by Australian universities and higher education providers.
Adult, Community and Further Education - Adult Community Education (ACE) helps adults get back into learning, gain new skills and knowledge, and plan what other studies or work they might like to do. A Victorian Government site.
SkillsOneTV - Features hundreds of videos about getting a trade or skill.
Study Melbourne - Victorian Government website for international students in Melbourne and Victoria's regional cities.
youth.gov.au - The central hub of government information for young people.