The study of VET is an optional pathway for students in years 10 -12 at Adelaide High School. VET provides students with vocational qualifications that are endorsed by industry and recognised nationally, while also allowing them to gain SACE credits. This enables students complete a VET course in lieu of SACE Stage 1 or 2 subjects, or in addition to the full load of school subjects.

VET courses are offered off campus, either after school or during a regular weekly training day. VET courses are available to Adelaide High School students in Years 10 - 12 through our membership of Eastern Adelaide Schools Vocational Alliance. Our students can also undertake VET courses through other alliances, such as trade-training centres, TAFE SA and a range of private Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). The cost of undertaking a VET course is borne by the student and their family.

All entry-level courses have prerequisites, such as good literacy and numeracy skills and a desire to learn about and develop skills in the industry. All courses stipulate that regular, full attendance, full participation and the completion of set work to a satisfactory standard are required. Some courses also require the completion of a stated number of hours or shifts of Structured Work Placement in the industry.