Information for indigenous people
At Gold Coast Institute of TAFE we seek to increase the participation and successful completion rate of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in TAFE courses. This is in conjunction with our Indigenous Community Advisory Board (ICAB) who meet regularly to discuss funding and identify training needs and opportunities for local indigenous communities and students.
At Gold Coast Institute of TAFE culturally appropriate courses and support are offered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Read what Julie Johnson had to say.
"Throughout my life I have always been interested in the welfare of others and... I decided I could make a difference... I was fortunate to meet the Indigenous Support Officer from Gold Coast Institute of TAFE, who provided me with the confidence and guidance I needed to follow my dream. During my course... I formed strong links and relationships with my community. I also developed a support network with my class... I am particularly grateful from the level of support I received at Gold Coast Institute of TAFE... This includes learning support, 
indigenous support and the knowledge and skills shared by my teachers."
Julie Johnson,
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year,
Diploma of Community Welfare Work Vocational student
Indigenous scholarship program
Indigenous student support
Indigenous publications
Contact us
Indigenous student support
On-campus career and personal counselling and learning support is available to indigenous students enrolled at Gold Coast Institute of TAFE. For more information, visit the Indigenous student support page.
Indigenous publications
Maka Ya is a publication of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People stories. It outlines events, the commencement of new programs and new staff and outstanding achievements of staff and students. It is produced quarterly and approximately 2250 copies are distributed to Queensland communities and interested parties. Check Maka Ya out when you visit the Indigenous publications page on the TAFE Queensland website.
Contact us
For questions about courses contact the Indigenous Accounts Manager through our Customer Service Centre.
For career or personal counseling or learning support contact the Indigenous Support Services Officer at Student Services.