Building foundations, shaping futures.
Discover our unique holistic course that integrates practical craftsmanship with academic and spiritual formation. We're dedicated to preparing students for a life of purpose and virtue.
Who will benefit?
Our course is ideal for young men who have left traditional schooling, feel unsure about their career path, or are considering a gap year. It is also well suited to homeschoolers who are looking for trade experience before signing up to a trade, or those looking for an alternative entry path into university. If you're 16 or over, seeking direction, and a hands-on approach to learning, Saint Benedict's Workshop is for you.
What you will achieve?
By completing our course, you will gain a Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (22710VIC), a valid entry path into most university courses. The Cert IV is equivalent to 70 - 74 ATAR, depending on grades. Students will also graduate with a Certificate II in Construction Pathways (CPC20220), a pre-apprenticeship program that covers the key construction trades. Part of the Cert II in Construction involves on-the-job experience, working with other Christian tradesman. More important than the academic qualifications, students will acquire the tools needed to grow as holy man of God, and develop a strong foundation for a life of purpose and virtue.
"Work is a good thing for man – a good thing for his humanity – because through work man not only transforms nature, adapting it to his own needs, but he also achieves fulfillment as a human being and indeed, in a sense, becomes ‘more a human being.’"
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Time table
| Term 1 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| AM | Scripture | Theology and Philosophy | Logic, Rhetoric and Grammar | Study | Work experience |
| PM | Steel fabrication | Steel fabrication | Carpentry | Carpentry | Work experience |
| Term 2 | |||||
| AM | Scripture | Theology and Philosophy | History | Study | Work experience |
| PM | Electrical | Electrical | Plumbing | Plumbing | Work experience |
| Term 3 | |||||
| AM | Scripture | Theology and Philosophy | Business | Study | Work experience |
| PM | Mechanical | Mechanical | Landscaping | Landscaping | Work experience |
| Term 4 | |||||
| AM | Scripture | Theology and Philosophy | Theology of the body | Study | Work experience |
| PM | Refrigeration | Refrigeration | MMA | Gyprocking, Tiling and Painting | Work experience |
This timetable is subject to change, depending on trade staff availablity.
Practical craftsmanship
Gain hands-on experience with our Cert II in Construction, taught by experienced tradesman. Students will also receive mentoring from tradesmen during their work experience one day a week, laying a strong foundation for any trade path.
Academic study
Students have the opportunity to refine their research skills and academic writing while learning to apply critical thinking to their studies. These skills are developed through studies in theology, scripture, and philosophy.
Spiritual growth
Students deepen their understanding of faith and reason through study in biblical history, theology, and philosophy. Our Catholic spiritual formation nurtures character, virtue, and a profound sense of purpose, guiding students to become men of God.
Course fees for 2027 are yet to be finalised.