The Australia-Pacific Technical College (APTC) is an Australian Government initiative announced at the Pacific Islands Forum in October 2006 and welcomed by Pacific Island leaders.

The APTC was designed as a centre of training excellence for gaining Australian-standard skills and qualifications for a wide range of vocational careers throughout the Pacific – careers where skilled employees are in high demand.

The APTC offers Australian Certificates III and IV training in:

• Tourism and hospitality
• Automotive
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Electrical trades
• Health
• Community services

Courses are delivered by highly regarded Australian Registered Training Organizations.