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Northam

Where opportunity meets community

Located in the heart of the Wheatbelt and just over an hour from Perth, the Northam campus is one of Central Regional TAFE's major training hubs and a key centre for education and skills development across the Avon region.

Serving Northam and the surrounding communities of Toodyay, York, Goomalling and Dowerin, the campus provides students with access to practical, industry-relevant training in a supportive regional learning environment.

Whether you're starting your first qualification, changing careers, upskilling for work or pursuing further study, Northam offers flexible training options designed to fit around work, family and lifestyle commitments.

Why study in Northam?

The Northam campus combines the benefits of regional learning with strong industry connections and diverse training opportunities.

Known for its strengths in primary industries, the campus delivers training that supports the Wheatbelt's workforce needs while creating opportunities for students across a wide range of industries. Students benefit from practical learning experiences, flexible study options and personalised support throughout their training journey.

Training is available from skill sets and short courses through to Certificate and Diploma qualifications, helping students build skills, gain experience and achieve their career goals.

Learning facilities and experiences

The Northam campus provides a range of learning environments designed to support practical training, study success and student wellbeing.
 

Students have access to industry-simulated environments that provide practical experience before entering the workforce. This includes business and information technology training spaces where students can develop workplace skills in realistic learning settings.

Northam is home to specialist trades facilities that support training in automotive, engineering, fabrication, building and construction, and electrotechnology.

Students gain hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment while developing practical skills that prepare them for apprenticeships, employment or further training.

The Library and Learning Resource Centre supports students across the Northam, Merredin and Moora campuses.

Students have access to study resources, computers, printing facilities, online learning materials and support services that help them stay engaged and succeed in their studies.

The campus provides welcoming spaces where students can study, connect and recharge throughout the day.

Students have access to study areas, computer facilities, a campus canteen, common spaces and a range of amenities that support student wellbeing and create a positive learning experience.

The campus includes modern conferencing and communication facilities that support flexible learning, collaboration and connections with students, lecturers and industry across regional Western Australia.

Support throughout your journey

At Central Regional TAFE, success is about more than completing a qualification.

Students studying in Northam can access a range of support services including study support, wellbeing services, Aboriginal student support, career guidance and Jobs and Skills Centre services designed to help them achieve their goals.

Whether you're studying close to home or returning to education after time away, support is available throughout your learning journey.

Strong industry and community connections

The Northam campus plays an important role in supporting regional communities and industries throughout the Wheatbelt.

With strong links to agriculture, horticulture, business, local government, trades and community services, training is designed to reflect local workforce needs and create opportunities for employment, career progression and lifelong learning.

Through close connections with industry and community, students can develop practical skills that are relevant, meaningful and valued by employers.

Contact Northam Campus

Address: Lot 1 Hutt Street, Northam WA 6401

Postal Address: PO Box 498, Northam WA 6401

Phone: 1800 672 700

Email: enquiries@crtafe.wa.edu.au 

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Northam

  1800 672 700

 info@crtafe.wa.edu.au

The main training facility in the Avon region, offering training services to the towns of Northam and Shires of Toodyay, York, Northam, Goomalling and Dowerin.

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Central Regional TAFE, Northam Campus
Lot 1 Hutt Street
Northam WA 6401
Australia

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