TAYLAH IS THE BOSS
Taylah Suridge, Class of 2015
Taylah Suridge is a qualified hairdresser and salon owner. A St Patrick’s Technical College old scholar, Taylah completed her hairdressing apprenticeship at just 19 years of age, opened a business from home, and it grew from there. This young entrepreneur moved to a shopfront during the COVID pandemic and now employs the next generation of apprentices, training in the VET sector, and giving back to young adults eager to start their trade career.
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.