Ranks to Recognition
Are you a veteran or the partner of a veteran seeking to advance your career? In collaboration with the NSW Office of Veterans Affairs, the Ranks to Recognition program supports your transition to civilian life. It's open to all Australian Defence Force (ADF) veterans and their partners residing in NSW. The program can help you gain the skills and qualifications needed for a successful career in the civilian job market.
Transfer your military skills into a new career pathway
TAFE NSW Ranks to Recognition program offers fee-free* courses under the Smart and skilled training to help you seamlessly transition your military skills into nationally recognised civilian qualifications. Discover how your ADF experience can open doors to new opportunities.
* Eligibility criteria apply
Tailored support for your career transition
- Personalised support services to help make your career change, including counselling and disability services.
- Guidance and career advice to help choose the right path for you.
- Assessment of your skills and opportunities to recognise prior learning from your time in the ADF.
- Help identify any gaps in your training.
Explore other options for Veterans
The Veterans Employment Program
Gain support to choose a career in the NSW Government that aligns with your ADF skills. Delivered by the NSW Office for Veterans Affairs.
Teach at TAFE for veterans
Your skills and industry experience can enrich our teaching staff. We can help you to get fee-free qualifications to begin a career in teaching.
Skills NSW Fee-free Training
Skills NSW also provide a directory of fully subsidised training offered beyond the TAFE NSW courses. Browse the options and check your eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
TAFE NSW Ranks to Recognition is a program designed to help individuals transition from serving in the ADF to civilian life by recognising their skills and qualifications gained during their military service.
Eligibility for the Ranks to Recognition program is open to current and former members of the ADF who are looking to transition into civilian employment. This includes both serving members and veterans.
Connect with the Ranks to Recognition coordinator to help you understand how the skills you obtained in the ADF can be turned into civilian qualifications and guide you through the Smart and skilled training. Contact the Ranks to Recognition Support team at:
Register your interest for the program using this form or contact the Ranks to Recognition Support team to find out more:
Participants in the Ranks to Recognition program may be eligible for fee exemption or fee concession depending on their DVA benefits listed in DVA white card or DVA gold card.
Yes, participants in the Ranks to Recognition program may be eligible to receive credit towards a qualification based on their military experience and skills assessment. This can help expedite the process of gaining a civilian qualification.
Yes, TAFE NSW provides support services to participants in the Ranks to Recognition program, including academic guidance, career counselling, and career advice.
To learn more about the Ranks to Recognition program, visit the TAFE NSW website or contact the Ranks to Recognition support team for assistance and guidance.