Free TAFE targets in WA smashed by close to 400 per cent

Free TAFE targets in WA smashed by close to 400 per cent Sia Lipapis Wed, 26/08/2026 - 14:44 New national Free TAFE data reveals that Western Australia has exceeded enrolment targets by almost 400 per cent for Tranche 2 (2024-2026). WA smashed its target for enrolments, reporting 87,004 Free TAFE enrolments between 1 January 2024 and 31 March 2026 – well ahead of the target of 22,200 enrolments due by the end of 2026. This demonstrates the depth of interest from WA learners in the opportunities provided by Free TAFE. Free TAFE is being delivered in WA by the Albanese and Cook Labor Governments, after its introduction in 2023 to grow the pipeline of skills in industries critical to the state’s workforce needs, including early childhood education and care, individual support, nursing and work health and safety. Since the commencement of Free TAFE in 2023, the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is the state’s favourite Free TAFE course with 14,108 enrolments, recognising the state’s continuing push to meet demand for educators to kickstart the learning journeys of WA kids. A student studying at TAFE in WA can save up to $3,452 on their course thanks to Free TAFE. Ot