TAFE Queensland
Certificate IV in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Take the next step with your career in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry. Gain the specialised skills and knowledge required to produce work as an artist. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts are a rich contribution to Australia’s diverse contemporary culture and national identity. Indigenous artists are using their art as their voice as they share the cultures and traditions of their people. Now more than ever artists are depicting their culture in their art and showcasing it in mainland exhibitions.
In this course you will gain a well-developed command of technique in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural arts. Develop yourself as an artist and produce work that expresses your own cultural identity. Prepare stencils and screens for textile printing and experiment with techniques to produce paintings.
Successful completion of this course will prepare you to produce art and work in the Arts Industry.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Cairns, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts will prepare you for the following roles.
Potter
A Potter creates art pieces using clay as their main medium. You might create pieces designed for functional use such as bowls or vases or you may...
Community Arts Worker
Community Arts Workers develop and implement arts programs and activities which can include photography, painting, sculpture, dance, music, drama,...
Art Gallery Assistant
An Art Gallery Assistant helps with daily operations at an art gallery or community art centre. You’ll assist with setting up exhibitions and may b...
Gallery Curator
A Gallery Curator manages and organises art exhibitions, ensuring the effective display and interpretation of artworks. You might work in public ga...
Cultural Advisor
A Cultural Advisor provides guidance on engaging with diverse communities, particularly Indigenous groups. You might work in government, education,...
Arts Administrator
An Arts Administrator is responsible for overseeing various aspects of arts organisations, including managing budgets, coordinating events, and lia...
Education Officer
An Education Officer designs and delivers educational programs for various organisations, such as schools, community groups, government agencies, a...
Tour Guide
A Tour Guide takes groups of visitors on trips to tourist attractions or special places of interest. You might work for a tour guide company or run...
Art Teacher
An Art Teacher guides students in artistic disciplines, including visual arts, through theoretical and practical instruction, fostering creativity...
Freelance Artist
A Freelance Artist produces art pieces in a range of mediums. You might specialise in a type of artwork such as sculptures or paintings and you mig...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
