Volvo Iron Women Transport Pathways Program

Overview

Delivered in partnership with WomenCAN Australia, Transport Women Australia Limited, and Volvo Trucks Australia, participants complete the Course in Transport and Logistics Employment Pathway (22648VIC) while building transport and logistics skills, heavy vehicle licensing, and workplace readiness.

WomenCAN Australia also provides structured employer connections and transition support to help participants move confidently from training into employment.

Participation in the program is proudly sponsored by Volvo Trucks Australia, and selected participants may complete the course with no course fees* and receive membership with Transport Women Australia.

*Conditions apply

Course Structure & Program Delivery

The program runs over six weeks, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:30pm, and is broken into three stages:

• 5 days of supported induction through WomenCAN — building confidence, industry connections, and readiness before training begins (All students)
• 5 days of theory and classroom learning covering workplace safety, load handling, vehicle inspection, and transport industry employment pathways — including your Heavy Rigid knowledge test (All students)
• 4 days of practical, hands-on driving experience, with two students, followed by 1 day completing their Heavy Rigid licence assessment each week (2x students a week)

Duration

15 Days (9am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday) at Shepparton (DECA Campus).

Requirements

You must be at least 19 years old and have held your Provisional Licence for a minimum of 12 months.

Field Placement

All practical and licensing components are delivered within the program.

Skills Developed

On successful completion, participants will walk away with:

• A nationally recognised heavy vehicle licence
• Real-world, behind-the-wheel driving experience
• Safe, professional behaviours transport employers expect
• A clear pathway into long-term transport and logistics careers

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the program receive the Course in Transport and Logistics Employment Pathway (22648VIC), a nationally recognised qualification (AQF Statement of Attainment) recognised by employers across Australia, along with their Heavy Vehicle licence.

Compulsory Units

Selectable Units

Fees

Pathways

Graduates have a pathway into Certificate III in Driving Operations.

Careers

A clear, supported route into stable, well-paid transport and logistics careers, with ongoing industry connections and mentoring through Transport Women Australia and WomenCAN Australia.

How To Apply

Applying for a course at Wodonga TAFE is a simple 4-5 step process. You can learn more here: Understanding the application process