Sunnybank State High School (RTO 30438) is an accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and follows policies and procedures compliant with the 2025 standards for RTOs under the VET Quality Framework (VQF).
Sunnybank State High School (RTO 30438) delivers the following qualifications in 2026:
- BSB20120 Certificate II in Workplace Skills
- CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services
- CHC24015 Certificate II in Active Volunteering
- SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality
As part of our Senior course of study, students in Years 10, 11 and 12 also enrol into
- FSK20119 - Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways
Sunnybank State High School has partnership agreements with external RTO's to offer the following qualifications.
The College of Health and Fitness (RTO 30798)
- SIS20321 Certificate II in Sport Coaching
- SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness
- HLT23221 Certificate II in Health Support Services
- HLT37315 Certificate III in Health Administration
For further information about VET courses and training opportunities at Sunnybank State High School, including School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SATs), please contact:
HOD Senior Schooling/RTO Manager: Sonya Menz
Email: smenz25@eq.edu.au
Vocational Education and Training (VET)-What is it?
Vocational Education and Training (VET) focuses on developing practical skills and industry-based knowledge that prepare students for future employment and further study pathways. VET programs combine classroom learning with hands-on experiences that reflect real workplace environments and expectations.
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and are designed to help students explore career interests, gain valuable industry exposure, and develop skills that are transferable across many occupations and industries.
Students can undertake VET studies in a broad range of areas, including:
- Business and Administration
- Health and Community Services
- Manufacturing and Engineering
- Agriculture and Rural Industries
- Tourism and Events
- Hospitality and Food Services
- Mining and Resources
VET provides students with opportunities to connect learning with future career pathways while building the practical capabilities valued by employers and training organisations across Australia.
Why study VET at Sunnybank State High School?
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is an excellent pathway for students who enjoy practical, hands-on learning and are looking to build skills for future career opportunities. VET courses provide students with valuable industry knowledge and real-world experience across a wide range of career areas.
Studying VET while at school allows students to gain nationally recognised qualifications and can give them a valuable head start towards further training, apprenticeships, traineeships, or employment. Participation in VET also helps students develop important workplace skills such as independence, communication, teamwork, and time management.
Students undertaking VET studies at school may benefit by:
- Gaining credit towards their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
- Contributing towards their tertiary selection rank (ATAR)
- Developing practical skills and industry experience
- Supporting successful pathways into employment, apprenticeships, traineeships, vocational education, or university study
- Building confidence and employability skills for the future