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2023 Major Awards Applications now open!

Are you a graduate of 2023? It's your time to shine, we want to celebrate YOU!

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be recognised for your hard work and achievements. Whether you've excelled academically, demonstrated outstanding leadership, or made a positive impact in your community, we invite you to showcase your accomplishments.

Seize the chance to shine and apply now – let us honor your remarkable journey as you embark on the next chapter of your life. The spotlight awaits, so submit your application today and let your achievements be celebrated!

Award Categories & Criteria

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and have completed their course with CR TAFE in the period of 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023.

Apprentice of the Year
Applicants must be a registered Apprentice, having completed their off-the-job training at CR TAFE in the period of 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023.

Cultural Diversity Training Award
Applicants must have migrated to Australia (from overseas) after 1 January 2019, reside in Western Australia and must have successfully completed their course with CR TAFE in the period of 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023.

Trainee of the Year
Applicants must be a registered Trainee with CR TAFE in the period of 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023.

Vocational Student of the Year
Applicants must have successfully completed their course with CR TAFE in the period of 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023.

James Dawson Award (Wheatbelt only)
Applicants with a disability and/or medical condition must have successfully completed their course with CR TAFE in the period of 1 January 2023 - 31 December 2023.

 

Please note
Applicants may apply for more than one category; however, Trainees and Apprentices are not eligible to apply for the Vocational Student of the Year category. Each application will be treated as separate. Contact Major.Awards@crtafe.wa.edu.au for clarification on eligibility.

 

Assessment
Applications will be reviewed by a selection panel upon closing date. Eligible applicants may be contacted for an interview by the Awards selection panel should they meet the selection criteria (lecturer endorsement is required, see page 3 of application form). As part of the interview process, a photo may be requested for future promotional purposes and some content of the application may be used in promotional publications.

 

Notification 
The winners of the Major Awards will be announced at each campuses 2023 Student Graduation and Awards Ceremony (March 2024) and may be required to do a further presentation if requested by the Sponsor.

 

The winner will also be encouraged to apply for the 2024 WA Training Awards in the relevant category. (To find out more, go to www.dtwd.wa.gov.au/watrainingawards/).

Applications close on Friday 9th February 2024. No late applications will be accepted. 

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2022 Major Award Winners

CONGRATULATIONS AWARD WINNERS!

The Major Awards celebrate the achievements of students who have wowed their lecturers, employers and peers. All graduates of 2022 have done an amazing job in completing their studies – however these students have truly excelled.

Central Regional TAFE staff and Governing Council would like to congratulate all Nominees and Award Winners for their efforts and hard work. 

Geraldton

Aboriginal Student of the Year
Kayley (Stellisha) Woodley, Certificate III in Hairdressing
Sponsored by Rio Tinto

Vocational Student of the Year
Charley Parker, Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Sponsored by MWCCI

Apprentice Student of the Year
Cooper Bullin, Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical
Sponsored by Bendigo Community Bank Geraldton

Trainee Student of the Year
Kezley Prosser, Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations
Sponsored by Humfrey Land Developments

Kalgoorlie

Aboriginal Student of the Year
Marisa Tullock, Certificate IV in Mental Health
Sponsored by BHP

Vocational Student of the Year
Jasmine Bailey, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Sponsored by Lynas Rare Earths

Apprentice Student of the Year
Hayley Noppers, Certificate III in Hairdressing
Sponsored by Northern Star

Trainee Student of the Year
Genevieve Loving, Certificate IV in Business
Sponsored by Evolution Mining

Northam

Aboriginal Student of the Year
Shayna Campbell, Certificate IV in Community Services
Sponsored by Bendigo Bank - Toodyay Branch

Vocational Student of the Year
Namita Thakur, Certificate IV in Community Services
Sponsored by Darren West MLC

Apprentice Student of the Year
James Clarkson, Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
Sponsored by Shire of Northam

Trainee Student of the Year
Hannah Morrison, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Sponsored by KEEDAC

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We thank our valued sponsors for their ongoing support of our Major Awards.

Your celebration of the next generation of industry leaders is appreciated.

Thank you to the sponsors of the Midwest & Gascoyne Major Awards:

Bendigo Community Bank Geraldton
Humfrey Land Developments
Midwest Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Rio Tinto
The Foreshore

Thank you to the sponsors of the Goldfields Major Awards:

BHP
Evolution Mining, Mungari
Lynas Rare Earths
Northern Star Mining Services
 

Thank you to the sponsors of the Wheatbelt Major Awards:

Bendigo Bank
Darren West MLC
KEEDAC
Shire of Northam
 

Other Awards

VETDSS Awards

The Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students Awards (VETDSS) recognises excellence in students undertaking Vocational Education and Training Programs in schools and is a significant strategy to enhance the profile of these programs. It is recognises the partnerships between Central Regional TAFE and local businesses who continue to support students in hosting valuable work placement opportunities.

The VETDSS Awards also includes Employer Awards which recognise the support of business and industry with the VETDSS program.

The Mid West & Gascoyne Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students Awards (VETDSS) recognises excellence in students undertaking Vocational Education and Training Programs in schools and is a significant strategy to enhance the profile of these programs in the Mid West and Gascoyne regions. It is also a time to recognise the partnerships between Central Regional TAFE and local businesses who continue to support Students in hosting valuable work placement opportunities.

The Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) Employer Awards recognise the support of business and industry with the VETDSS program and can be nominated by any member of School Staff, Parent/Guardian, Student or Central Regional TAFE employee involved in the program.

An Awards evening is held in October each year at our Geraldton Campus.

For schools: the Awards are an excellent promotional tool and validation of how your innovative training programs have benefited your students.

For businesses: the Awards provide a benchmark of excellence that places your organisation at the forefront in an increasingly competitive market.

All Student Category Award Winners will receive a $100 gift voucher to use in their industry and a framed certificate recognising their achievement.  All Category Finalists will also be recognised at the Award event.

The highlight of the event is the announcement of the overall Mid West and Gascoyne VETDSS Student of the Year Award presented to the most outstanding student from any of the nominated categories in year 11 or 12 who will win a 32GB iPad.

Student nominations for the Mid West and Gascoyne VETDSS Awards are welcome from any Teacher, Trainer, VET Coordinator or Host Employer in the Mid West or Gascoyne region.

Employers may be nominated by any member of School Staff, Parent/Guardian or Student involved in the program in the Mid West or Gascoyne region. Categories include:

All applicants must meet the eligibility criteria to apply. Check the eligibility section in the Student Category Guidelines or Employer Nomination Pack to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and are nominating in the correct category.

For students, all nominations must be approved by their School Principal and Parent/Guardian. 

For further assistance please contact:

Alison Noble - Coordinator Education & Training Programs

P: (08) 9956 2802  |  E: vetdss@crtafe.wa.edu.au

WA Training Awards

The WA Training Awards recognise and reward outstanding achievements of apprentices, trainees and vocational students, and the contribution to training made by trainers, training organisations and employers. Winners of Central Regional TAFE Student Awards are strongly encouraged to apply for the WA Training Awards.  

Students or lecturers may enter the awards in the following categories:

  • WA Apprentice of the Year
  • WA School-based Apprentice of the Year
  • WA Trainee of the Year
  • WA Vocational Student of the Year
  • WA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year
  • WA Cultural Diversity Training Award
  • WA International Student of the Year
  • WA Trainer of the Year

Applications open at the start of each year and the link for information including selection criteria, eligibility criteria, key dates and tips for applicants will be available to download.

Visit the Department of Training and Workforce Development website (opens in a new tab) for more information including the application criteria and to download the application guide.

Australian Training Awards

These are the peak national awards that showcase best practice in vocational education and training (VET). The Australian Training Awards recognise and celebrate excellence and are an important mechanism for promoting the benefits of vocational education and training.

Winners from each state and territory compete for a national award title. This has led to Australia-wide awareness and respect for skill-cased careers and skills excellence.

For more information about the Australian Training Awards visit their website.