This certificate provides students with foundation skills for work, training and workplace preparation. Students will develop practical literacy, numeracy, communication and employability skills while exploring pathways into further education, training and employment.
Students will build confidence in reading, writing, oral communication, workplace problem-solving and using digital technologies and software applications. The course also supports students to plan and prepare for future careers and further learning within their preferred industry areas.
Aims
- Improve reading, writing, oral communication, learning and numeracy skills.
- Develop digital literacy skills and confidence in using computers and workplace technologies.
- Prepare students to work safely, communicate effectively, work in teams and respond to common workplace situations and expectations.
- Provide a strong foundation for future vocational training, employment and workplace success.
Further Studies in the Field
This certificate prepares students for further vocational training within their preferred industry pathway. Many students continue into areas such as retail, business, community services, trades, logistics and warehousing.
Possible Pathways for Further Study
Students will gain foundation knowledge and practical skills that may support pathways into further study and higher qualifications, including:
- Certificate II in Retail Services
- Certificate II in Workplace Skills
- Certificate III in Community Services
- Certificate II in Supply Chain Operations
- Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Career Pathway
These are potential careers and industry pathways students may pursue through further study, traineeships, apprenticeships or entry-level employment opportunities.
Career Pathways
Assessment
This program is non-scored and does not contribute directly to an ATAR study score. Students who successfully complete the program may receive credit towards further VCE or VET studies in accordance with VCAA guidelines.
VCE VET is based on applied learning, combining theory with practical experience relevant to real workplaces. Students develop industry-specific skills that prepare them to be job-ready from day one.
- Classes may be scheduled outside normal school hours and may include offsite practical assessments and/or industry-based activities.
- Some courses require students to purchase and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for practical classes. Students who do not attend in the correct PPE may be removed from class due to workplace safety requirements.
- Students are required to bring a fully charged laptop to every VET class.
- Students enrolled in a VCE VET program must successfully complete the LLN (Literacy and Numeracy) assessment to participate in the course.
- Successful completion of all units of competency is required to achieve the full certificate qualification.
- Students must successfully complete all Year One units before progressing to the second year of the program.
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