About us

The Australia-Pacific Technical College (APTC) is an Australian Government initiative announced at the Pacific Islands Forum in October 2006 and welcomed by Pacific Island leaders. 

The APTC is funded by the Australian Government and managed through the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID).

The APTC was designed as a centre of training excellence, helping you to gain Australian-standard skills and qualifications for a wide range of vocational careers throughout the Pacific – careers where skilled employees are in high demand.

The APTC offers Australian Certificate III (and some Certificate IV) training in the following Hospitality and Community Services areas:

• Children’s Services
• Community Services
  • Disability
  • Home and Community Care / Aged Care
  • Youth Work
• Hairdressing
• Hospitality
  • Commercial Cookery
  • Patisserie
  • Food and Beverage
• Tourism

The APTC offers Australian Certificates III (and some Certificate IV) training in the following Trades and Technology areas:

• Automotive
• Construction
  • Carpentry
  • Painting and Decorating
  • Wall and Floor Tiling
• Electrical
• Engineering
  • Diesel Fitting
  • Fabrication / Welding
  • Fitting and Machining
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• Plumbing

APTC also offers Australian Diplomas in:

• Children’s Services
• Community Services

Courses are delivered by highly regarded and qualified trainers, and when you successfully complete your course you will enjoy the benefits of an accredited Australian qualification.