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Feancy had big plans to own a hotel, but starting a family and travelling the world changed her perspective. Now, with both a business degree and certificate in community services from CDU, she's working as a family support worker with Save the Children Australia.

Despite being out of school for so long, Yron tackled his eletrotechnology course head on and emerged as CDU Apprentice of the Year. His secret? Learning from former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. 

Someone called Leah a mature-age student. To which she exclaimed, “I’m not mature!” All joking aside, Leah Sloan’s journey to success has taken many turns. She’s been an airline lounge manager, a chef—and most recently—an employer of over a dozen staff in her tavern.

When asked to describe herself, creative student Ally Pecket digs deep: “I’m a passionate interdisciplinary eco-feminist artist who connects aesthetic creativity and narratives about social and environmental themes.” 

Overseeing the move of Big Kev the dinosaur may not be the most important recent event in Rory Milner’s life, but it’s right up there. “Big Kev is a Territory icon. People ask me, ‘How’s Kev? Will he be safe?” says the Charles Darwin University graduate.

If you're a woman chasing a career in the trades, be inspired by Stacey and Olivia. They're combining job placements, trades training and a strong work ethic to power ahead in the electrical and refrigeration trades.

Considering a vocational education and training course, but have some lingering questions? Here, CDU TAFE answers your top 10.

What’s the difference between a Certificate I, II, III, IV and Diploma? Which is right for me? Do I have start at the beginning or can I skip a few levels? Here, we break down the options and simplify your choices.

If you’re exploring the options for studying a vocational education and training qualification and wondering how much it’ll cost to study a Certificate or Diploma at CDU TAFE, read on. Simply put, the amount you pay will depend on a wide range of factors.