Student Stories

CHAD FINDS HIS PASSION
Chad Davis, Class of 2020

Meet Chad, an old scholar of St Patrick’s Technical College. Chad is an apprentice plumber employed by Playford Plumbing and Gas and loves everything about his trade from meeting new clients to assisting them when in need. As a student at St Patrick’s Technical College, Chad explored trade career pathways and developed his work-ready skills. His passion for plumbing became a reality when offered a school-based apprenticeship.

TAYLA OVERCOMES CHALLENGES
Tayla Carll, Class of 2019

From a student with learning challenges to attaining an apprenticeship and completing a Diploma of Engineering – Technical, old scholar Tayla Carll is most proud of her career achievements and helping pave the way for females in non-traditional trades. Tayla is thriving in her trade career, employed by Stratco as a National Estimator.