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Why an ACPET college?

ACPET is the national industry association for independent providers of post-compulsory education and training. We represent training organisations who offer a wide range of courses including higher education, English langauage and vocational studies.

The benefits of studying at a private college:

Each year, more than 2 million students choose to study at private colleges. Here's why:

Choice

Private providers offer accredited courses across a wide range of industries, including niche courses targeted to specific industry needs.

Experience

Private providers employ experienced, industry-aware teaching staff committed to promoting a culture of achievement and to strengthening their chosen industries.

Security

Tuition assurance schemes provide peace of mind – provides consumer protection to student tuition where fees are paid in advance.

Flexibility

As independent organisations, private colleges can readily adapt to the needs of industry and students.



Responsive to industry needs – Since many teaching staff at private colleges also work actively in the fields they teach, they are inherently aware of changes in market forces across all industries and quick to reflect such developments in their curriculum.

Responsive to student needs – Private providers care about their students.

Pathways

to further education – Many private providers have partnerships with public or private universities which recognise prior learning.

to employment – Close industry ties and an outcomes driven approach equates to job opportunities for graduates from private colleges.


 At a private college your career options are endless...

 Advertising  Design & Textiles  Performing Arts
 Agriculture & Horticulture  Fitness  Photography
 Architecture  Floristry  Printing
 Automotive  Foundation Studies  Psychology
 Aviation  Graphic Design  Real Estate
 Beauty & Make-Up  Hairdressing  Retail & Wholesale
 Building & Construction  Healthcare & Nursing  Seafood & Maritime
 Business & Legal  IT & Multimedia  Security
 Community Services  Journalism  Theology
 Education & Teaching  Legal Studies  Tourism & Hospitality
 Electrical & Electronics  Manufacturing  Trades
 Engineering  Massage  Transport, Storage & Distribution
 English Language  Music  Veterinary Studies
 Event Management  Natural Medicine  

 Private colleges, a quality choice