BY TRADIES, FOR TEACHERS
For Teachers
Helping teachers build real skills with programs that continue to grow
Teachers play a vital role in shaping real skills for students, and we are here to support that work with practical, industry aligned training. Our current programs cover three key areas: ITD Woodwork and Construction for Teachers, ITD Metalwork and Engineering for Teachers, and ITD Support and Technology. Each area offers full day, hands on workshops designed to build confidence in real school workshop environments.
We are committed to growing our training options for teachers across Queensland. Our For Teachers offering will continue to expand in 2026. Watch this space as we build a wider range of practical training opportunities for school staff.
What You Get on the Day
When you train with Blue Dog, you’re not just turning up for a session. You’re stepping into a hands on learning experience designed to support teachers in real classrooms. On the day, you’ll receive:
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Essential skills and practical knowledge for confident classroom delivery
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Industry aligned resources you can take straight back to your students
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Lunch provided
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Coffee on tap to keep you firing through the day
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A Blue Dog Training gift pack, including a BDT shirt plus a mix of handy gear like a stubby cooler, lanyard, bucket hat, pen, pencil, notepad or tote bag (items may vary)
You’ll leave with sharper skills, fresh ideas, and tools you can actually use, plus a few Blue Dog goodies to remember the day by.
ITD Woodwork and Construction for Teachers
Woodwork Foundations for Teachers
A practical starter course for teachers who want to build core woodwork skills used in junior ITD. Participants learn essential timber joints and get guided support in a small group setting.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teachers gain the foundational skills needed to safely and confidently introduce woodwork tasks in the classroom.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | Suitable for beginners |
Woodwork Machinery Skills for Teachers
A full day focused on safe and confident use of common woodworking machinery including the thicknesser, mitre saw, table saw, band saw and router.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teachers learn industry aligned machine safety and correct operation, giving them greater confidence to supervise students in a workshop.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $380 |
| Requirements | General familiarity with woodwork is helpful but not required |
Construction Sawhorse Build for Teachers
Participants use machines and hand tools to cut compound angles and build a functional sawhorse suitable for Senior Construction programs.
Why Undertake This Course?
This course strengthens teacher skills in practical construction tasks and provides a complete project that can be replicated with students.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | Suitable for teachers delivering Senior Construction |
Construction Setting Out Skills for Teachers
A practical workshop that covers correct setting out methods including marking centre lines and preparing layouts used in real building projects.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teachers gain the confidence to teach accurate industry recognised setting out processes using simple tools and repeatable steps.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | Suitable for Senior Construction delivery |
Construction Framing and Finishing for Teachers
Hands on training covering framing, plastering and trimming tasks that form the core of Senior Construction delivery in Queensland schools.
Why Undertake This Course?
This strengthens teacher capability to deliver full units with practical confidence and improved industry alignment.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $425 |
| Requirements | Suitable for teachers delivering Senior Construction |
Coming MONDAY 19th FEB 2026
Sheet Metal Foundations for Teachers
A practical introduction to sheet metal processes. Participants begin with core techniques then move on to manufacturing a toolbox.
Why Undertake This Course?
This course equips teachers to confidently teach junior ITD metalwork projects using industry accepted techniques.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | Suitable for beginners and teachers wanting a skill refresh |
Machining and Metal Turning for Teachers
Small group specialist training that covers turning, tapering, knurling and thread cutting on the lathe, as well as basic milling techniques.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teachers gain confidence using complex machinery in a safe, guided environment, making it easier to introduce machining skills at school.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $425 |
| Requirements | Some ITD or metalwork experience recommended |
MIG Welding and Fabrication for Teachers
A hands on welding workshop covering machine set up and producing strong welds on 3 mm steel plate.
Why Undertake This Course?
Welding is an essential skill in many school metalwork programs. This course ensures teachers can deliver it safely and confidently.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $350 |
| Requirements | Suitable for beginners |
TIG Welding for Teachers
A hands on TIG welding workshop designed to equip teachers with the practical skills, technical knowledge, and safety procedures required to teach Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) in an educational or vocational setting.
Why Undertake This Course?
Welding is an essential skill in many school metalwork programs. This course ensures teachers can deliver it safely and confidently.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $450 |
| Requirements | Suitable for beginners |
Coming MONDAY 19th FEB 2026
Teacher Aide Upskilling: Workshop Maintenance
A practical workshop covering common ITD workshop tasks including safe equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and WHS processes.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teacher aides gain skills that support safe workshop operation and assist teachers with day to day tasks.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | No experience required |
Teacher Aide Upskilling: Supporting Workshop Classes
Training focused on helping teacher aides support safe student learning in ITD classes across both woodwork and metalwork.
Why Undertake This Course?
Participants learn how to demonstrate safe tool use, monitor student safety and support workshop activities.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | No experience required |
Digital Fabrication and 3D Technologies for Teachers
A hands on introduction to 3D printing, impact printing, sticker printing and laser cutting for school workshops.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teachers gain practical experience with digital tools that support modern ITD and STEM programs.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | No experience required |
CAD Foundations with Autodesk Inventor
A practical introduction to using Autodesk Inventor to create working drawings and 3D files commonly used in school workshops.
Why Undertake This Course?
Teachers gain the confidence to deliver CAD learning in ITD and STEM subjects using a widely recognised platform.
Course Details
| Delivery | Face to face. |
| Duration | One day, 7 am to 3 pm |
| Cost | $310 |
| Requirements | Basic computer skills |
Coming MONDAY 19th FEB 2026
Training Location
All ITD, Construction, Metalwork, Technology and CAD workshops are delivered at Bremer State High School in Ipswich. The facility offers a fully equipped school workshop environment, giving participants access to the same tools, machinery and equipment used in Queensland classrooms.
Training takes place in F Block, which provides dedicated woodwork, metalwork and technology spaces suitable for hands on learning. This location allows teachers and teacher aides to build confidence in a realistic workshop setting that reflects current school facilities.
Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing suitable for practical work. All safety gear required for the course is supplied on site.
Address
Bremer State High School, F Block
133 to 153 Warwick Road, Ipswich QLD
Parking
Visitor parking is available on site with clear access to F Block. Signage is provided on arrival to direct participants to the workshop area.
Workshop access
All courses run from 7 am to 3 pm. Participants should arrive ten minutes early to allow time for sign in and a safety briefing before training begins.