VETDSS - How to apply

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We’ve provided both video and written guides to help you through the VETDSS application process.

Application Opening Dates for 2027 VETDSS Courses

  • Thursday 6th August 2026 – For students in Years 11 & 12 in 2027
  • Monday 17th August 2026 – For students in Year 10 in 2027

Application Notes:

  • You can complete Step 1 any time before application day
  • Use a computer or laptop for your application – not a phone or tablet

If you’ve studied at The Gordon before (e.g. GTFP in Year 9), you already have a Gordon student account. Please read the ‘Returning Students’ instructions under Step 1.

Step 1: Create a Gordon student account

Returning Students (if you have studied at The Gordon before):

Forgot your student ID or password?

  1. Go to The Gordon website, click Login > eCentral
  2. Select “Forgot your Student ID” 
  3. Enter your email to retrieve your ID via email/SMS
  4. If you have forgotten your password, go to The Gordon website, click Login > eCentral
  5. Select “Forgot your Password” 
  6. Enter your Student ID to receive a link via email/SMS to reset your password


Watch how to retrieve your student ID or reset your password

New Students:

  1. Go to The Gordon website, click Login > eCentral
  2. Select “Create Account” and enter your details to register
  3. Complete the form and confirm your registration (this can take up to 20 mins)
  4. You will receive confirmation via email with your student ID
  5. Follow the email link prompts to create a password


Watch how to create your account

Step 2: Apply for your VET Course

You can apply once your student account is created.

Making your application can take between 10 and 40 minutes to complete, and please make sure to Save as you go through the questions.

  1. Go to: www.thegordon.edu.au/vetdss
  2. Select your course
  3. Scroll to Applications and Attendance, then click Apply Now
  4. Log in using your Gordon student account, and complete the application form questions
  5. Review, save, and submit
  6. You'll receive confirmation via email of your application


Watch how to apply

Applying for multiple courses? Use the same account – just repeat Step 2 for each course.

Need help? 

Your school VET Coordinators can support you with making your application or you can contact the VET Office, and we will be happy to support you.
03 5225 0593
vetinschools@gordontafe.edu.au