What can I be after school?
113 Australian careers, grouped by industry. Each page shows three ways in: university (with ATAR-cutoff history per course), TAFE qualification (with the formal training.gov.au code), and apprenticeship trade route.
Health and care
Clinical and allied-health roles, mental-health support and personal care.
Aged-care worker
Provide personal care, social support and basic clinical assistance to older Australians in home, community and residential settings.
ANZSCO 4231 - skill level 4
Allied health assistant
Assist allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists) with treatment delivery and equipment management.
ANZSCO 4115 - skill level 4
Counsellor
Help individuals, couples and families work through emotional, relational and behavioural challenges.
ANZSCO 2721 - skill level 1
Dentist
Diagnose, prevent and treat oral diseases and injuries in private practice and public dental services.
ANZSCO 2521 - skill level 1
Disability support worker
Support people with disability to live, work and participate in the community under NDIS-funded plans.
ANZSCO 4231 - skill level 4
Enrolled nurse
Deliver hands-on patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, primarily in hospital and aged-care settings.
ANZSCO 4114 - skill level 2
General practitioner
Diagnose and manage a wide range of conditions in primary care, refer to specialists and coordinate ongoing health management.
ANZSCO 2531 - skill level 1
Mental-health worker
Provide community-based mental-health support, including outreach, residential rehabilitation and peer support.
ANZSCO 4117 - skill level 2
Midwife
Provide care during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period in hospital, community and home settings.
ANZSCO 2541 - skill level 1
Occupational therapist
Help people of all ages participate in everyday activities after injury, illness or disability.
ANZSCO 2524 - skill level 1
Paramedic
Provide on-scene emergency care and transport patients to hospital.
ANZSCO 4118 - skill level 2
Personal care assistant
Provide direct personal care to clients in residential aged care, hospital wards and community settings.
ANZSCO 4231 - skill level 4
Pharmacist
Dispense medications, provide consumer advice and review medication regimens in community and hospital settings.
ANZSCO 2515 - skill level 1
Physiotherapist
Assess and treat physical movement and pain disorders through exercise, manual therapy and education.
ANZSCO 2525 - skill level 1
Psychologist
Assess and treat mental-health and behavioural conditions through evidence-based therapy.
ANZSCO 2723 - skill level 1
Registered nurse
Provide nursing care for patients in hospital, community and aged-care settings under AHPRA registration.
ANZSCO 2544 - skill level 1
Speech pathologist
Assess and treat communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.
ANZSCO 2527 - skill level 1
Veterinary nurse
Assist veterinarians with clinical procedures, animal handling and client communication in veterinary practices.
ANZSCO 3613 - skill level 3
Engineering and trades
Designing, building and maintaining the physical world. Mix of degree and apprenticeship.
Aerospace engineer
Design, test and maintain aircraft, satellites and related propulsion and control systems.
ANZSCO 2337 - skill level 1
Refrigeration and air-conditioning technician
Install, service and repair refrigeration and air-conditioning plant in domestic, commercial and industrial settings.
ANZSCO 3421 - skill level 3
Automotive mechanic
Diagnose, service and repair cars and light commercial vehicles.
ANZSCO 3211 - skill level 3
Biomedical engineer
Apply engineering principles to medical devices, diagnostics and bioinformatics.
ANZSCO 2339 - skill level 1
Boilermaker
Fabricate and repair heavy steel structures, pressure vessels and tanks for mining, energy and manufacturing.
ANZSCO 3223 - skill level 3
Bricklayer
Lay bricks, blocks and stone to construct walls, partitions and other masonry structures.
ANZSCO 3311 - skill level 3
Cabinet maker
Design and construct fitted cabinetry, kitchens and built-in furniture from timber, board and stone composites.
ANZSCO 3941 - skill level 3
Carpenter
Construct, install and repair structural and finishing timber components in residential and commercial buildings.
ANZSCO 3312 - skill level 3
Chemical engineer
Design and operate the processes that produce chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, fuels and materials.
ANZSCO 2331 - skill level 1
Civil engineer
Design, deliver and maintain the built environment, from buildings and bridges to roads, rail and water infrastructure.
ANZSCO 2332 - skill level 1
Concreter
Place, finish and cure concrete for slabs, footings, driveways and structural members.
ANZSCO 8211 - skill level 4
Diesel mechanic
Service and repair diesel-powered trucks, buses, plant and earth-moving equipment.
ANZSCO 3212 - skill level 3
Electrical engineer
Design and oversee electrical power, control and electronic systems for industry, infrastructure and consumer products.
ANZSCO 2333 - skill level 1
Electrician
Install, repair and maintain electrical wiring, fittings, switchboards and motors in domestic, commercial and industrial settings.
ANZSCO 3411 - skill level 3
Fitter and turner
Manufacture, assemble and maintain mechanical components on lathes, mills and CNC machines.
ANZSCO 3232 - skill level 3
Mechanical engineer
Design and analyse mechanical systems across manufacturing, energy, defence and transport.
ANZSCO 2335 - skill level 1
Mining engineer
Plan and oversee the extraction of minerals from open-cut, underground and surface mining operations.
ANZSCO 2336 - skill level 1
Painter and decorator
Prepare surfaces and apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and decorative finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
ANZSCO 3324 - skill level 3
Plumber
Install and maintain water, sanitary, drainage, gas-fitting, roofing and mechanical services.
ANZSCO 3341 - skill level 3
Roof tiler
Install terracotta, concrete and metal roof tiles plus flashings and ridge cappings.
ANZSCO 3333 - skill level 3
Wall and floor tiler
Prepare and lay ceramic, stone and similar tiles to walls, floors and wet areas.
ANZSCO 3334 - skill level 3
Welder
Join metal components using manual and automated welding processes across construction, mining and manufacturing.
ANZSCO 3223 - skill level 3
Business and finance
Numbers, deals and operations. Strong combined uni and TAFE pathways.
Accountant
Prepare and audit financial statements, manage tax obligations and advise clients on business performance.
ANZSCO 2211 - skill level 1
Actuary
Use mathematical and statistical models to price insurance, manage superannuation and quantify financial risk.
ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1
Administration officer
Support the day-to-day operations of an office through scheduling, document management and customer service.
ANZSCO 5311 - skill level 4
Auditor
Examine financial records and internal controls to provide independent assurance to investors and regulators.
ANZSCO 2212 - skill level 1
Bookkeeper
Maintain day-to-day financial records, process payroll and lodge BAS for small and medium businesses.
ANZSCO 5512 - skill level 4
Digital marketing specialist
Plan, deliver and measure paid search, paid social and content campaigns to acquire customers online.
ANZSCO 2253 - skill level 1
Economist
Research and advise on policy and business decisions through quantitative economic analysis.
ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1
Financial analyst
Analyse financial data, forecast performance and recommend investment or strategic decisions.
ANZSCO 2222 - skill level 1
Human resources officer
Support recruitment, onboarding, performance, payroll and employee-relations practices.
ANZSCO 2231 - skill level 1
Logistics coordinator
Plan and coordinate freight, warehousing and supply-chain activities.
ANZSCO 5111 - skill level 2
Management consultant
Advise organisations on strategy, operations and transformation across industries.
ANZSCO 2247 - skill level 1
Marketing officer
Plan and execute marketing campaigns across digital, print and event channels.
ANZSCO 2254 - skill level 1
Office manager
Coordinate office services, supplier contracts and administrative staff.
ANZSCO 5121 - skill level 2
Operations manager
Oversee the delivery of products and services, balancing quality, cost and safety.
ANZSCO 1399 - skill level 1
Project officer
Support project managers with planning, scheduling, reporting and stakeholder coordination.
ANZSCO 5111 - skill level 2
Retail manager
Oversee the day-to-day operations of a retail store, from staffing and roster through to stock and merchandising.
ANZSCO 1421 - skill level 2
Small business owner
Run a business as a sole trader or director, taking responsibility for finance, marketing, operations and people.
ANZSCO 1399 - skill level 1
Creative and media
Design, performance, screen, music and writing.
Actor
Perform in theatre, television, film and commercial roles.
ANZSCO 2111 - skill level 1
Architect
Design buildings and oversee their construction in line with building codes and client needs.
ANZSCO 2321 - skill level 1
Fashion designer
Design garments and accessories for fashion houses, retailers and independent labels.
ANZSCO 2323 - skill level 1
Film and video editor
Edit footage and audio for film, television, advertising and online content.
ANZSCO 2122 - skill level 1
Graphic designer
Design brand identity, print and digital communications for agencies and in-house teams.
ANZSCO 2324 - skill level 1
Industrial designer
Design physical products, from consumer electronics and furniture to medical devices.
ANZSCO 2323 - skill level 1
Interior designer
Design interior spaces for residential, retail, hospitality and commercial fit-outs.
ANZSCO 2325 - skill level 1
Journalist
Research, write and produce news, features and analysis across print, digital, audio and video.
ANZSCO 2124 - skill level 1
Musician
Perform, compose, arrange or record music as a profession.
ANZSCO 2112 - skill level 1
Photographer
Produce commercial, editorial and creative photography for clients in print, screen and online media.
ANZSCO 2114 - skill level 1
Sound engineer
Record, mix and master audio for live events, broadcast and post-production.
ANZSCO 2113 - skill level 2
Writer
Produce long-form, short-form and commercial writing for publishers, brands and government.
ANZSCO 2124 - skill level 1
Science and environment
Lab, field and policy work across natural and physical sciences.
Biologist
Study living organisms and their interactions with the environment in research, government and industry settings.
ANZSCO 2342 - skill level 1
Chemist
Investigate the composition and properties of substances and develop new materials, formulations and processes.
ANZSCO 2343 - skill level 1
Environmental scientist
Assess and protect the environment through consulting, government and not-for-profit work.
ANZSCO 2343 - skill level 1
Geologist
Map and analyse the earth's structure for mineral exploration, energy and hazard assessment.
ANZSCO 2344 - skill level 1
Marine biologist
Study marine ecosystems, fisheries and aquaculture, often within universities, CSIRO or state fisheries agencies.
ANZSCO 2342 - skill level 1
Physicist
Apply physical principles to research, instrumentation and industry across universities, CSIRO, ANSTO and defence.
ANZSCO 2343 - skill level 1
Statistician
Design and analyse data collection across health, government, research and industry.
ANZSCO 2241 - skill level 1
Technology and data
Software, data, cybersecurity and digital product roles.
Cloud engineer
Design, build and operate cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud.
ANZSCO 2632 - skill level 1
Cyber security analyst
Detect, investigate and respond to security threats inside Australian organisations.
ANZSCO 2621 - skill level 1
Data analyst
Turn data into decisions across business, government and not-for-profit organisations.
ANZSCO 2247 - skill level 1
Data scientist
Build statistical and machine-learning models to drive product and operational decisions.
ANZSCO 2247 - skill level 1
ICT support technician
Provide first and second-level technical support for hardware, software and network issues.
ANZSCO 3131 - skill level 2
Software developer
Design, build and maintain software systems for the web, mobile and enterprise.
ANZSCO 2613 - skill level 1
UX designer
Research, design and validate digital product experiences.
ANZSCO 2324 - skill level 1
Web developer
Build and maintain web applications, including front-end interfaces and back-end services.
ANZSCO 2613 - skill level 1
Law and government
Legal practice, policy and public administration.
Barrister
Advocate and provide specialist legal opinions, primarily in court and tribunal proceedings.
ANZSCO 2712 - skill level 1
Emergency services officer
Coordinate and respond to natural disasters and other emergencies across state SES, RFS and local government.
ANZSCO 4412 - skill level 4
Firefighter
Respond to fire, road-accident and hazardous-materials emergencies under state fire services.
ANZSCO 4412 - skill level 4
Police officer
Maintain public order, prevent and investigate crime and provide emergency response.
ANZSCO 4413 - skill level 2
Policy officer
Develop and review government policy across federal, state and local agencies.
ANZSCO 2247 - skill level 1
Security officer
Protect people, premises and assets across retail, transport, events and corporate sites.
ANZSCO 4422 - skill level 4
Solicitor
Advise clients on legal rights and obligations, draft contracts and represent them in dealings short of court advocacy.
ANZSCO 2713 - skill level 1
Hospitality and personal services
Cooking, hosting, beauty and personal-service trades.
Bartender
Prepare and serve drinks in licensed venues, manage bar stock and coordinate with kitchen and floor staff.
ANZSCO 4315 - skill level 5
Beauty therapist
Provide facials, body treatments, makeup, nails and hair removal in salons, spas and clinics.
ANZSCO 4514 - skill level 3
Chef
Lead commercial kitchens, from menu development through service to food safety supervision.
ANZSCO 3513 - skill level 3
Cook
Prepare and cook food in cafes, pubs, clubs and institutional kitchens.
ANZSCO 3514 - skill level 4
Florist
Design and produce floral arrangements for retail, weddings, events and corporate clients.
ANZSCO 3621 - skill level 4
Hairdresser
Cut, colour and style hair in salons, mobile services and freelance settings.
ANZSCO 3911 - skill level 3
Hospitality worker
Provide front-of-house service in cafes, restaurants, hotels and event venues.
ANZSCO 4314 - skill level 5
Primary industries
Agriculture, fisheries, forestry and mining-adjacent roles.
Farmer
Manage cropping, livestock and mixed farming operations across Australian regions.
ANZSCO 1213 - skill level 1
Gardener
Maintain residential, commercial and public gardens, parks and reserves.
ANZSCO 3622 - skill level 4
Landscape gardener
Design and install landscape features, paving, retaining walls, irrigation and planting for residential and commercial clients.
ANZSCO 3622 - skill level 3
Livestock worker
Care for livestock on broad-acre and mixed farms, including feeding, mustering and yard work.
ANZSCO 8412 - skill level 5
Truck driver
Drive rigid, heavy-rigid and multi-combination trucks moving freight, livestock and bulk loads.
ANZSCO 7331 - skill level 4