Helping your child prepare for the future

Helping your child prepare for the future: Why you should attend an Info Day

Discover how Chisholm TAFE Info Days help parents and students make confident decisions when it comes to courses and career paths.

13/12/2024
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Whether your child is just finishing school or looking for a career change, choosing the right path is a major decision. That’s where Chisholm Info Days come in.

Info Days involve detailed study area information sessions designed to provide clarity and confidence. They’re the perfect opportunity to explore course options, meet passionate educators, and get a feel for life at Chisholm. For parents, it’s a chance to ask important questions. For students, it’s the first step toward discovering a career they’ll love.

With industry-aligned training, world-class facilities, and a supportive environment, Chisholm offers more than just qualifications. From certificates to degrees, we provide pathways to an exciting future. Discover why parents, career practitioners, and students should attend a Chisholm Information Day.

Learn more about the courses

Attending an Info Day is the best way to dive deep into the courses you're looking at. During course information sessions, you'll learn all about course structures, career outcomes, and pathways. You'll also discover flexible delivery options, which can help you and your child decide what works best.

When Year 12 student Natalya attended a Chisholm Info Day, she was unsure about her next step. But after meeting with teachers, exploring the campus, and learning about the courses on offer, she quickly realised that nursing was the perfect fit for her.

"The Info Day really helped me make my decision about what I want to do next year after Year 12." she said.

Meet the experts

A Chisholm information session allows you to meet teachers and staff and gives you a firsthand look at the quality of training and support students receive.

Our educators are all leaders in their fields. From qualified trades professionals to local artists still active in the industry, each teacher is passionate about student success and dedicated to helping students thrive.

"Info sessions are invaluable for applicants thinking about our courses. When an applicant can see our amazing facilities, speak to our teachers, ask all the questions they may have in a friendly and welcoming environment and learn more about our courses, they can then make decisions about enrolment and the benefits to their future skills, in confidence," says Michelle Crotty, Manager of Art and Design at Chisholm.

Ask the questions that matter

We understand parents and students have many questions before committing to a course. An Info Day is the perfect time to get answers. During your course information session, you'll have the chance to speak directly with delivery area managers and teachers who can address all your questions, big or small.

Explore support services

Attending an Info Day is a great opportunity to learn how our dedicated team can help students navigate any bumps in the road.

At Chisholm, we understand that every student’s journey is unique, and we’re here to support learning every step of the way. This includes assistance with financial matters, such as help with fees. In 2024 alone, we supported over 500 students with scholarships through The Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation.

We’re also committed to student success and wellbeing, offering study guidance, counselling, and youth support.

Discover the facilities

At an Info Day, you’ll see how our facilities set students up for success. Explore state-of-the-art spaces designed for both theory and hands-on learning, including modern classrooms and real-world work environments.

Experience the cutting-edge spaces that make us unique. Tour our sustainable automotive building, student-run Mysa salons and spas, nursing lab simulations, and replica construction worksites – all designed to equip students with practical skills and prepare them for real jobs.

Chisholm TAFE nursing teacher in student information session at Chisholm information day.
Fig. 1 - Chisholm Insititute Dandenong Automotive Centre

Explore career path options

Not sure what the future looks like? That’s completely normal, and Info Days are the perfect opportunity to see why a TAFE qualification at Chisholm could be the right path for you. Whether you’re a parent guiding your child or a student discovering your passion, you’ll gain the insights needed to make an informed decision.

With our pathway options, including Free TAFE pathways, students can start with a certificate qualification and progress to a diploma, building their careers step by step. Our pathways also allow students to achieve degrees and even postgraduate qualifications without needing an ATAR. This offers students the flexibility to reach their goals on their terms.

Build confidence for the next step

Starting something new can feel overwhelming, especially when campuses seem big and unfamiliar. Info Days are the perfect opportunity for students to build confidence and feel more at ease about their next step. Together, parents and students can explore the campus, meet the team, and see the support available. It’s a great way to ease those initial anxieties and help students step into their future with clarity.

Ready to find out more? Attending an Info Day is your opportunity to gain clarity, boost confidence, and gather valuable insights to make informed decisions about courses.

Don’t miss out on this chance to explore your options and see how Chisholm supports career journeys from start to finish. Register for a Chisholm TAFE information day now!

Have questions? Contact our student support services. We’re here to help you every step of the way.