North Coast Aboriginal learning partnerships

North Coast TAFE believes that education is the most powerful tool in bringing about positive change, not only in overcoming Aboriginal disadvantage, but in sharing and growing a stronger appreciation of Aboriginal peoples, cultures, histories, and aspirations among all students at North Coast TAFE.

Our vision and approach

The North Coast Aboriginal learning partnerships approach has been developed to broker and lead Aboriginal education so that, consistent with our 2020 Vision for Aboriginal Education (PDF, 762KB), it becomes everyone’s business at North Coast TAFE. The approach helps to drive collaboration between North Coast TAFE, community and industry partners on innovative programs to deliver better educational and employment outcomes for Aboriginal students.

For further information and the wide range of education opportunities and partnerships available, contact Heather McGregor, the Director, Community Development and Aboriginal Engagement on (02) 6586 2264.

Djigay Centre of Excellence

The Djigay Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal Education offers general education courses as well as an extensive range of vocational education and training. The Work Based Learning program provides opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to explore a wide range of learning experiences.

The Djigay Centre Manager is responsible for the vocational education and training provision and liaises with local Aboriginal communities to further develop the work based learning enterprises.