The Ipswich State High School is one of the largest school-based Registered Training Organisations in Queensland, offering over 30 nationally recognised certificate courses, but was also acknowledged in 2019 as the most successful school RTO in the State by the Minister for Employment and Small Business and Minister for Training and Skills Development, Shannon Fentiman.
Ipswich State High School is the home of the $5 million Ipswich Regional Trade Training Centre, and the $10 million X Block Performing Arts Centre. In 2021 we will be opening a new, state of the art STEM centre, partnering with kitsunei to deliver 21st century learnings in coding and robotics.
Ipswich High has a dedicated Student Wellbeing Faculty that aims to develop a safe, supportive and inclusive school environment through the provision of support services such as Young Families Connect, Peer Mentoring and Success Coach Programs. We are also acknowledged to be one of the leading schools in the Metropolitan Region in promoting and developing the importance of Diversity and Inclusion for all students. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting those students struggling with mental health concerns, refugee families and others who also come from a non-English speaking background, Young Mums, and those who identify as being a member of the LGBTIQ+ community.
In the senior phase of schooling, students have the opportunity to select an Authority Subject or VET pathway within Digital Technologies.
Year 10 students can elect to study Information, Communication Technologies course which encompasses both aspects of Digital Technologies and Computer Science or ICT10115 Certificate I in Information Digital Media and Technology.
Learn moreAccounting plays a vital role in the business world. This subject will prepare students for future education, training and employment in the business area. This course will provide students with a basic understanding of accounting principles and applications for the real world.
The core topics include: accounting process to trial balance, end of period reports, recording and controls (including cash, accounts receivable/payable, inventories, non-current assets, e-business), reporting and decision making (including cash flows, cash budgets, ratios) and computer accounting package. Accounting is an Authority subject.
Learn moreIn the senior phase of schooling, students have the opportunity to select an Authority Subject or VET pathway within Digital Technologies.
Year 10 students can elect to study Information, Communication Technologies course which encompasses both aspects of Digital Technologies and Computer Science.
Learn moreAllows students to gain knowledge and skills associated with the Sport & Recreation industry, with a specific emphasis on coaching. It is designed for people seeking a career pathway into the Sport & Recreation industry. The program is sports-specific to Volleyball and Football.
Learn moreThis qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in communicating in the workplace, interacting with customers, demonstrating and selling make-up and retail skin care products, and performing routine salon or store functions. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in communicating in the workplace, interacting with customers, demonstrating and selling make-up and retail skin care products, and performing routine salon or store functions.
The qualification is designed to reflect the role of persons who perform a prescribed range of functions under supervision, involving known routines and procedures and with some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
Learn moreThe qualification is intended for people interested in exposure to an engineering or related working environment with a view to entering into employment in that area. This qualification will equip graduates with knowledge and skills which will enhance their prospects of employment in an engineering or related working environment.
Learn moreThe CUA20715 Certificate II in Visual Arts External link program at Ipswich State High School is an introductory level arts program where students will learn and demonstrate a comprehensive range of skills in a variety of creative areas. Students will participate in practical, hands-on workshops, develop arts industry-related information technology tasks and complete some theory-based booklets. Some of the creative areas covered are basic drawing techniques, painting, printmaking and ceramics. On completion of the program students will have produced a comprehensive portfolio of drawings, digital images, paintings, prints and ceramic objects.
Learn moreGeneral Construction course provides students with the skills & knowledge to complete the CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction.
This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, career opportunities and workplace expectations.
Learn moreAllows students to gain knowledge and skills associated with food handling, preparation and service. It is designed for people seeking a career pathway into the Hospitality industry. Students are required to complete associated service duties within the school community.
Learn moreFrom year 10, students can select to study Hair and Beauty. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in communicating in the workplace, interacting with customers, demonstrating and selling make-up and retail skin care products, and performing routine salon or store functions. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in communicating in the workplace, interacting with customers, demonstrating and selling make-up and retail skin care products, and performing routine salon or store functions.
The qualification is designed to reflect the role of persons who perform a prescribed range of functions under supervision, involving known routines and procedures and with some accountability for the quality of outcomes.
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