About us

Bedford College is Australia’s leading not-for-profit vocational tertiary college equipping and empowering people towards a fulfilling career since 1943.

For 80 years, we have been delivering nationally recognised qualifications in high-demand sectors such as business, health, education, community services and social work.

Our holistic student-focussed approach, high graduate success rate, and established industry partners have allowed us to educate thousands of students over the years and assist them in their pursuit toward meaningful employment in their field of interest.

We have educated thousands of students just like you over the years and have assisted them in their pursuit toward meaningful employment in their field of interest. We will do the same for you.

We focus on you the student
We focus on ensuring you are equipped for work
We provide you with opportunities to engage first-hand with industry experts
We support you throughout your learning journey

Welcome to Bedford College

In an era of accelerating change, people are facing all kinds of challenges. From the COVID-19 pandemic to economic uncertainty and cost-of-living pressures, I recognise that many are doing it tough.

As the Chief Executive of Bedford College, I can say that we, as an organisation, have navigated some very difficult times throughout our history. Since the establishment of the College post World War II in 1943, we have always existed to make a positive difference in the world through the provision of relevant and innovative course offerings.

Today, I invite you to contribute to a better tomorrow by acquiring essential skills in vocations that benefit our local communities – business, health care, education, and social work. From the early childhood educator who helps shape the world of pre-schoolers to the community services domestic violence worker who supports the most vulnerable of our society – collectively, we have the opportunity to restore balance in a hurting and rapidly changing world.

Through our work and vocation, we can fully engage with our communities as agents of change, improving the quality of life for families, couples and individuals as well as those largely affected by circumstances, crisis, and disadvantages. To this end, we aim to deliver high quality training and education that meets the emerging needs of society in a caring Christian environment.

Join us on our journey towards making our world a better place through action, courage and compassion.

Steve Dixon
Chief Executive Officer

Bedford College is a truly unique and special place where you can feel like you belong. We welcome all people who are looking to study somewhere that values them as an individual while preparing them for the workplace.