Athlete Education Pathway
Balancing the demands of a successful athlete career and academic commitments can be challenging. At TAFE NSW, we understand the unique pressures athletes face and are a proud member of the AIS’ Elite Athlete Education Network. Our developing education pathways are focused on helping high-performing athletes achieve their long-term career goals.
Discover how we support athletes in balancing their sports and education
Athlete Pathway Manager
Access to an Athlete Pathway Manager experienced in sport, business and career development, to help facilitate academic planning and timetabling.
Support Available
When you study at TAFE NSW, we're here to help. You can get support with nearly every aspect of your learning journey, on campus or online.
Variety of courses
We offer a range of courses, from foundation to degree level, to meet the varying needs and goals of emerging, existing and exiting athletes.
Popular courses
Bachelor of Community Services
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Support the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities and help to facilitate social change when you study the Bachelor of Community Services. This online degree will prepare you for a career in the diverse community services industry. You’ll be qualified to manage a range of responsibilities while helping people who are disadvantaged and highly vulnerable.
Diploma of Building Design
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Gain sought-after digital design skills to work under an accredited building designer or architect on varied classes of buildings. Pursue pathways in architecture, construction management, interior design and more.
Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business
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Gain the skills to bring your small business or startup idea to life. Launch your small business or passion project with expert support and guidance, and set yourself up for success as a business owner.
What our learners say about this pathway
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Diploma of Business, Australian Diamonds and Giants Netball
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Diploma of Remedial Massage, Hornsby Swimming Club
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Certificate IV in Building and Construction, NRL Wests Tigers
Frequently asked questions
The TAFE NSW Athlete Education Pathway is designed to help high performing sportspeople balance their studies and achieve their long-term career goals, while continuing to compete in high level sport.
TAFE NSW provides dedicated and personalised assistance through an Athlete Pathway Manager, helping learners navigate their studies, whilst juggling demanding training schedules and competitions. No matter what your goal, there’s a course at TAFE NSW to help you achieve it. With flexible study options and industry experienced teachers, our nationally recognised courses will ensure you have the practical skills and support you need to make a life changing move.
The TAFE NSW Athlete Education Pathway is accessible to all current categorised athletes and coaches, Alumni athletes and emerging and developing athletes who sit on level 1-5 on the Athlete Categorisation table for an AIS funded sport. In practice, these are athletes engaged in training and/or competition at a state, national or international level. If an athlete falls outside of this categorisation, they may apply for consideration by TAFE NSW.
To apply for this pathway, please complete the enquiry form here. The Athlete Pathway Manager will contact you to get started.