Welcome to st patrick’s technical college

St Patrick’s Technical College is a purpose-built trade school offering education, training and apprenticeship pathways to Year 10-12 students. Every student who attends the College is amazingly gifted and talented. Our focus is to provide a different style of education from that of traditional schools, accommodating students who love to work with their hands and helping them find a pathway they are passionate about.

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trade career
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2024 another
successful year

100+ apprenticeship sign ups
100% SACE completion

Congratulations to all students, staff,
and to the graduating students of 2024.

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Applications
now open for
Year 10 in 2026

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YEAR 10

Engaging students in connected learning

TRADE PROGRAMS

Supporting pre-vocational training

APPRENTICESHIPS

Commencing a trade career

Apprenticeship commencements since opening in 2007

SACE completion in 2024

Apprenticeship commencements
in 2024

School based apprentices in 2024

LATEST NEWS

Ministerial Visit Highlights the Future of Skilled Trades

St Patrick’s Technical College recently welcomed the Honourable Andrew Giles MP and Mr Matt Burnell MP to explore how the College is preparing students for careers in the skilled trades. The visit highlighted the College’s hands-on learning model and its role in shaping Australia’s future workforce through real-world training and strong industry connections.

Celebrating St Patrick’s Day

St Patrick’s Day is always a special occasion at the College, and this year was no exception. We were honoured to welcome Archbishop Patrick O’Regan, who presided over an inspiring Year 10 Liturgy, encouraging students to be courageous and use their talents to shape a bright future.

Students Gain Real World Experience.

St Patrick’s Technical College students gain valuable real-world experience through structured work placements across a range of industries. From hands-on automotive workshops to high-tech fabrication labs, students like Harry and BJ are building the skills, confidence, and connections needed to kickstart successful careers in trades and technology.

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STUDENTS OF SPTC
INSPIRING STORIES

Daniel Chisholm

Engineering-Fabrication Apprentice
CENTURY ENGINEERING

When Daniel decided learning a trade was his path to a significant career, there was no hesitation to commence his secondary education at St Patrick’s Technical College. His decision has seen him exceed in his learning, discover his capabilities, and ultimately propel him into a trade career. At just 15 years of age, Daniel secured a school-based apprenticeship, and now in his final year of schooling, is a second-year apprentice enjoying every moment.

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THE NEXT STEPS