Diploma in
Employment Pathways

Entry requirements

Key information

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Applicants can apply for this course if they meet standard admission requirements or through a portfolio and interview process. Learn more.

Thinking about applying? Contact the Pathways Diploma team for more information and guidance with your next steps.

Prerequisites

None

Duration

1 year full-time

Start dates

March

Annual fees

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available.

About these fees.

Assumed
knowledge

None

Practical
experience

Available

Delivery mode*

In person
(Bedford Park)

Overview

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How to apply

Learn real skills, get support that suits you, and prepare for work.

The Diploma in Employment Pathways is one of Australia’s first post-secondary diploma’s designed for students with intellectual disability.

Combining university study with practical skills development and a 50-hour work placement, the diploma prepares students for meaningful employment. Participants receive tailored support, and opportunities to engage with community and industry partners, building confidence, independence, and a pathway to the workforce.

Your career.

Graduates gain skills to enter open employment. The program equips students with practical work experience, communication skills and career planning abilities, allowing them to explore areas of interest and create meaningful employment opportunities.

Potential occupations

Event assistant
Inclusion advisor
Office administration support
Research advisor
Customer service assistant

Potential employers

Event agencies
Education providers (e.g., universities, schools)
Local government offices
Community organisations
Disability services provider

What will you study to start your career?

The one-year Diploma in Employment Pathways combines academic study with practical skills development.

Students engage in topics designed to build workplace readiness, personal development, communication, and study strategies.

The curriculum includes career planning, applied learning activities, and preparation for a 50-hour work placement, helping students gain confidence, independence, and employability skills for meaningful participation in the workforce. Students will have the opportunity to focus on areas of special interest with their choice of option topics.

Option topics are available in the following areas:

Tourism & Events
Sports & Active Recreation
Disability & Community Inclusion
Psychology
Creative Writing

View the Handbook for more information.

Practical experience

A key component of the one-year diploma is a 50-hour work placement, providing students with hands-on experience in real workplace settings.

Placements allow students to apply their academic learning, develop practical skills, and build confidence in contributing to employment environments. Students receive ongoing support from Flinders staff and community partners to ensure a quality experience.

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Entry requirements

Speak to us about alternative entry options available for this course. Applicants can apply for this course if they meet standard admission requirements including Year 12 qualifications, higher education transfers, TAFE/VET qualifications, foundation studies or STAT.

Entry is also available through a portfolio and interview process focusing on skills, experience, and why you want to study. You do not need an ATAR.

Thinking about applying? Contact the Pathways Diploma team for more information and guidance with your next steps.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements.

Download portfolio entry form.

Download entry form

Contact the Pathways Diploma team for expressions of interest and more information.

Contact Pathways Diploma team

Apply via Flinders Direct Application Portal - applications open Monday, October 27, 2025.

Key dates

27 October, 2025

Applications open.

You can apply to study via the Flinders direct application portal.

21 November, 2025

Applications close.

Late November to early December

Interviews

Mid to late December 2025

Offers issued.

23 February, 2026.

Orientation week begins.

Learn about university life, details of your course and get ready to study. Explore Flinders O'Week.

2 March, 2026

Course commences.

We’re here to help you every step of the way.

If you would like to talk to one of our friendly advisors about applying to university or to discuss your study options and pathways, please contact us.

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