Dustin

Why I chose VET

I chose VET because it gave me a chance to undertake a traineeship in a field that I loved. I also chose VET because it gave me the opportunity to do further study in a shorter time which has opened many doors for me.

What I got out of VET

Firstly, VET improved my communication skills, allowing me to share stories and communicate better with different people in the industry. Secondly, VET developed my practical skills. I even started a shearing business when I was 18 because I learned the skill through my traineeship on the farm. Lastly, I gained qualifications that opened up future study and career options.

My VET success story

Everything from my VET is linked together. Without doing my VET traineeship I would not have started my small shearing business because I would never have learned to shear sheep. Without my VET traineeship I would not have continued with further study to undertake an Advance Diploma in Agribusiness Management. Without my diploma I would not have had to opportunity work on a dairy farm in the United States of America and gain international experience.

My advice

Life is too short to be stuck in a job you don't enjoy. There are so many VET courses in so many different areas that may be perfect for you and open the doors to new opportunities.

Dustin's VET success story (pdf - 1.27mb)