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I identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
We welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and support all students in getting the most out of education and training, helping open up future employment opportunities. From music and film to Aboriginal languages and cultures, our courses are taught in small and friendly groups, with personalised support that will make you comfortable.
Find out more about
Specialist Aboriginal study centres
Many TAFE NSW locations have purpose-built teaching and learning facilities.
Financial help
Aboriginal students who live or work in NSW (or live in identified border postcodes) are eligible for subsidised training places under Smart and Skilled and a full fee exemption. You could also qualify for a scholarship, or financial help with travel, accommodation and meals. As well, you may be eligible for ABSTUDY from Centrelink, which is government financial help for Aboriginal students. Learn more about applying for ABSTUDY through the Centrelink website.
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Career Paths and
Study Options
Aboriginal Cultures
and Courses
Folau Paul Talbot
"The teachers were great … and the support was amazing."
Folau Paul Talbot is a proud Gamilaroi man and has completed multiple studies in Dental Assisting at TAFE NSW. Folau has big plans f…
Elizabeth ‘Aunty Beth’ Wright
"I would not be where I am today without TAFE NSW."
Elizabeth ‘Aunty Beth’ Wright is a proud member of the Gamilaraay nation and an award-winning Aboriginal Cultures and Languages teacher a…
FAQs
- Choose the right course
- Access enrolment, fee exemption & scholarship information
- Access learner support
- Apply for ABSTUDY & incidentals
- Mentoring and support
- Find pathways to further education and employment.
The Indigenous Police Recruitment Our Way Delivery Program (IPROWD) supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to join the NSW Police Force or other Justice and Emergency Services Agencies. Since 2008 more than 700 Aboriginal students have enrolled, with many going on to gain employment with NSW Police as sworn and unsworn officers, or working in other government agencies.
The IPROWD program is designed to prepare students for the University Certificate in Workforce Essentials (UCWE), the Associate Degree in Policing Practice (ADPP) offered by Charles Sturt University (CSU) at the NSW Police Academy, or other Vocational and Study Pathways.