Graduation
Graduation ceremonies are a unique and exciting experience that you should embrace as part of your study journey. It’s a wonderful way for your achievements to be recognised with your closest friends and family who have supported you along the way.
All students attending graduation will receive an award commemorating their achievements. These awards provided are only available to attendees who attend the graduation ceremonies.Â
Ceremony Details
Queensland 2023
Dates for the QLD 2022 graduation have not yet been finalised. Additional detail will be added to this page as soon as this information becomes available
Who
Students who have completed a Cert III, Cert IV or Diploma qualification between 17 October 2022 and 1 October 2023
Date
Thursday 2 November 2023
Where
Graduation will be held in two QLD locations this year:
- QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane, QLD
- Strategix Training Hub, 18 Toonburra Street, Bundaberg, QLD
Time
- Brisbane – 6pm to 8pm (Graduates to arrive at 5:00pm)
- Bundaberg – 5pm to 6:30pm (Graduates to arrive no earlier than 4:30pm)
Further details will be provided in the email invitation
Cost
Diploma graduates $30. All other graduates $15
Registrations close
Must register and pay before 8 October 2023 (no late registrations will be accepted)
Western Australia 2023
Dates for the WA 2023 graduation have not yet been finalised. Additional detail will be added to this page as soon as this information becomes available
Who
Students who have completed a Cert III, Cert IV or Diploma qualification between 17 October 2022 and 1 October 2023
When
Thursday 2 November 2023
The ceremony commences at 6:00pm and will conclude by 7:30pm.
Graduates need to arrive by 5:30pm to be seated and briefed on the proceedings for the night. Further details are provided in the email invitation.
Where
Gary Holland Community Centre, Rockingham, WA
Cost
Diploma graduates $30. All other graduates $15
Registrations close
Must register and pay before 8 October 2023 (no late registrations will be accepted)
South Australia 2023
Dates for the SA 2023 graduation have not yet been finalised. Additional detail will be added to this page as soon as this information becomes available
Who
Students who have completed a Cert III, Cert IV or Diploma qualification between 17 October 2022 and 1 October 2023
 When
Thursday 2 November 2023
The ceremony commences at 5:00pm and will conclude by 6:30pm.
Graduates need to arrive no earlier than 4:30pm. Further details are provided in the email invitation.
Cost
Diploma graduates $30. All other graduates $15
Where
Strategix Hub – Elizabeth, SA
 Registrations close
Must register and pay before 8 October 2023 (no late registrations will be accepted)
Student tickets
Students who are eligible to attend graduation will be sent an email invitation approximately 2 months before graduation. If you have not received an invitation but believe you are eligible to attend please contact us before registrations close.
Students must register before registrations close by using the correct online form which will be sent in the email invitation. Students who register by any other means such as a phone call, contacting a trainer or sending an email will not be admitted.
No late registrations can be accepted as this time is needed to prepare the awards for the ceremony.
The process for purchasing guest tickets will vary depending on the ceremony. Please refer to guest ticketing on this page for more information.Â
What to expect
This is an exciting and formal event to celebrate your achievements and to wish our graduates well as they pursue further study and career goals. Each attending graduate will receive a limited edition award to recognise their achievements. A professional photographer will also be there to capture your special moment and all photos will be available as a free download.
The limited edition awards presented on the night are only available to those who attend graduation.
What to wear
Diploma students
Diploma students will be robed in a black gown, hood and motarboard and donned with an Orange sash.
We recommend wearing smart casual attire and comfortable shoes. You may be required to walk up and down some stairs as part of being presented with your award.
The hire and cleaning cost of the gown is included in your graduation ceremony fee.
Students will collect their academic attire upon arrival at the venue and will return them at the conclusion of the ceremony.
Certificate III and IV students
Students who completed a Certificate level III or IV will be presented with their award in their own attire. The dress code for the night is smart casual.
We recommend wearing smart casual attire and suitable shoes. You may be required to walk up a small flight of stairs as part of being presented with your award so please bear that in mind with your shoe selection.
Guest Tickets
The process and cost for guest tickets will vary depending on the location of the ceremony that you attend.
Queensland
This information is not yet available
Friends and family of students attending the graduation ceremony in Queensland can purchase their tickets directly through QPAC. Spaces are limited and early bird prices are available so we encourage you to book quickly.Â
Bookings for QPAC will open by or before October 2023.
Western Australia
This information is not yet available
Students attending the graduation ceremony in Western Australia will receive instructions on how guests can purchase tickets with their invitation.
South Australia
This information is not yet available
Students attending the graduation ceremony in South Australia will receive instructions on how guests can purchase tickets with their invitation.