The Australian Technical College Western Australia (ATCWA) is a vocational education institution, not a university. It operates as a group of private colleges focused on trade and technical training. ATCWA is registered as an independent school but receives government funding, blending elements of both private and public sectors.
While it collaborates with state and federal education systems, its management and operations are privately overseen. ATCWA primarily delivers skill-based programs, apprenticeships, and trades qualifications, distinguishing it from traditional public universities. Its hybrid model emphasizes industry partnerships and practical training rather than academic degrees.
