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Contents

What is VET Delivered to Secondary Schools?....................................................................................................................................4
VET Program Information & Application Process..............................................................................................................................5
Structured Workplace Learning, Qualification Levels......................................................................................................................7
SWL Portal - Finding Work Placement...................................................................................................................................................8
USI Number.....................................................................................................................................................................................................9
State School Relief - Work Boots........................................................................................................................................................... 10
Certificate II in Agriculture ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation...................................................................................................................... 12
Certificate II in Building & Construction............................................................................................................................................. 13
Certificate III in Community Services.................................................................................................................................................. 14
Certificate II in Dance................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)............................................................................................................................ 16
Certificate II in Engineering Studies.................................................................................................................................................... 17
Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways...................................................................................................................................... 18
Certificate II in Health Support Services (Client Support)........................................................................................................... 19
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations...................................................................................................................................................... 20
Certificate II in Music Industry............................................................................................................................................................... 21
Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship)............................................................................................................................... 22
Ready for Work Program.......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Certificate II in Salon Assistant............................................................................................................................................................... 24
Certificate III in Screen & Media............................................................................................................................................................ 25
Certificate III in Sport & Recreation...................................................................................................................................................... 26
Bus Travel....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Application Form........................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Code of Conduct......................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Enrolment Consent.................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Parent VET Permission Notice................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Parent VET Permission Notice................................................................................................................................................................ 35
Scored Assessment.................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

This Handbook has been compiled by the Wimmera Southern Mallee VET Cluster Coordinator.
VET Cluster coordination services are provided by Wimmera Southern Mallee LLEN (www.llen.com.au)
Information contained in this document has been sourced from The Department of Education and Training, the Victorian
Curriculum and Assessment Authority , Federation University, Longerenong College, Skillinvest, Horsham College and
SuniTAFE. Information was correct at the time of publishing.

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What is VET Delivered to Secondary Students?

Vocational Educational and Training (VET) programs can be             Entry Level
undertaken as part of secondary school studies. VET programs          VET programs are available to Year 10, 11 & 12 students, but
offer students nationally or state recognised vocational              students must have their school’s approval to enrol.
certificates, which are endorsed for recognition in both the          Is there much reading, writing or maths involved in VET?
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the Victorian            Some VET courses require a high level of literacy and/or
Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) from the Victorian             numeracy. While VET programs incorporate hands-on training,
Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA).                           they also include theory based training designed to support
Students enrolled in VET may also combine study and                   practical skills. Students who have low levels of literacy and/or
employment through School Based Apprenticeships and                   numeracy may find it difficult to successfully complete certain
Traineeships which allow students to do an apprenticeship or          VET courses. If a student is eligible for funding to provide
traineeship while they undertake their VCE or VCAL.                   education support at their school, the school must ensure
Wimmera Southern Mallee (WSM) VET Cluster                             the ES also accompanies the student when they attend VET
The WSM VET Cluster is a partnership between 18 senior                classes.
secondary education providers (member schools) within the             VET increases students’ learning potential by:
region and the Wimmera Southern Mallee Local Learning and             •  Broadening VCE/VCAL options
Employment Network (WSMLLEN). Participating members                   •  Assisting in transition from school to work
are from all education sectors; government, catholic and              •  Multiplying post-school opportunities and employment
independent. We also have participation from students in                 prospects
non-cluster member schools from other regions where space             •  Providing the opportunity to trial a career and helping
permits.                                                                 students explore possible areas of interest which promote
Training is delivered by Federation University (Horsham                  further study and work choices
Campus), Longerenong College, Skillinvest, SuniTAFE and               •  Allowing students to develop strong links with industry
Horsham College.                                                         and local community employers, i.e. students may be
Participating Member Schools:                                            offered part-time/casual work
                                                                      •  Developing students’ capacity to cooperate, work in
•   Ararat College
                                                                         a team, make decisions, problem solve and develop
•   Balmoral Community College
                                                                         leadership skills
•   Birchip P-12 School
                                                                      •  Helping students to gain confidence, communication,
•   Dimboola Memorial Secondary College                                  skills and knowledge of employers’ expectations in a real
•   Edenhope College                                                     adult working environment
•   Goroke P-12 College                                               •  Fostering positive feedback by enabling students to
•   Holy Trinity Lutheran College, Horsham                               demonstrate specific skills and competency
•   Hopetoun P-12 College
                                                                      VET gives national or state qualification and skills
•   Horsham College                                                   Upon successful completion of the program, students are
•   Horsham Special School                                            awarded a nationally or state accredited vocational training
•   Kaniva College                                                    Certificate or Statement of Attainment.
•   Marian College                                                    VET qualifications may articulate directly into further
•   Murtoa College                                                    education and training at TAFE through documented pathway
•   Nhill College                                                     agreements.
•   Rainbow P-12 College                                              VET provides access to a range of different technologies
•   Stawell Secondary College                                         related to the type and place of work.
•   St Brigid’s College, Horsham
•   Warracknabeal Secondary College

The WSM VET Cluster is coordinated by Wimmera Southern
Mallee LLEN. (WSMLLEN)

A VET Delivered to Secondary Students Program is usually
made up of VET units of competency delivered by a registered
training organisation (e.g. TAFE), the students’ home school or
other schools within the Wimmera Southern Mallee region.

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Program Information & Application Process

How does VET fit in with my school certificate?                        VET Application Process
                                                                       There are six steps in applying for a VET course
VCAL – VET programs contribute by providing credit towards
the Work Related Skills and Industry Specific strands within the       Step 1
VCAL. One credit towards a VCAL learning program is awarded            Explore the course requirements of your chosen VET course
on successful completion of 90 nominal hours of accredited             carefully via WSM VET Cluster website. Read the course
VET curriculum.                                                        handbook (available on the website).
                                                                       Step 2
VCE – some VET programs are approved by the Victorian                  If unsure about the options, students should consult with their
Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) and can provide             VET Coordinator, Careers Advisor or MIPS Coordinator at their
credit towards the student’s ATAR via either scored assessment         school.
or a 10% increment (see below).
                                                                       Step 3
Scored Assessment – courses that offer scored assessment               Obtain your Unique Student Identifier (USI) number “USI
will contribute directly to the student’s ATAR either as one of        Number” on page 9)
the primary four studies, or as a fifth or sixth study. Students
                                                                       Step 4
undertaking scored assessment as part of their VET course
                                                                       Complete your online application for your chosen VET course
will be assessed via school-assessed coursework and an
                                                                       via the WSMVET Cluster Website.
end-of-year examination set by the VCAA. Students must be
registered for scored assessment with their RTO.                       Your school will issue a consent form for your parent/guardian
                                                                       to sign. (This can also be downloaded from the WSM VET
10% Increment – where a VCAA approved course does
                                                                       Website). You must have parent/guardian consent to enrol in
not offer scored assessment but does include a Units 3 & 4
                                                                       a VET Course and you will be required to upload a copy of this
sequence, the student is eligible to receive an increment of
                                                                       signed form with your online application.
10% of their average primary four ATAR subject scores if they
successfully complete the Units 3 & 4 sequence.                        When you lodge your online application, your school VET
                                                                       coordinator will receive a copy of your application and will
Block Credit Recognition – For VET courses not approved by
                                                                       give final approval for you to enrol in your chosen course.
the VCAA, students will be eligible for credit towards their VCE
for successful completion of units of competency/modules               Step 5
within their VET subject. For every 90 nominal hours of study          Students will be notified by their VET coordinator if they have
completed, students will be eligible for a unit of credit at:          been successful in gaining a place in the VET program.
•    VCE Units 1 and 2 level for modules completed at                  Step6
     Certificate II level                                              Students will be required to attend an Induction Day. Your VET
•    VCE Units 3 and 4 level for modules completed at                  Coordinator will be advised of the date of the Induction Day.
     Certificate III level.                                            On this day, additional information will be provided regarding
Details of the credit provided by each course towards VCAL             your chosen program. Some Registered Training organisations
and VCE is included in the course information on the course            will conduct pre-training reviews and language, literacy and
pages.                                                                 numeracy assessments.
This handbook outlines a selection of VET programs available
to students at member schools for 2021.
Read the requirements of your selected program carefully.
Please note the printed arrangements regarding times,
venues and course outlines are subject to change and will be
confirmed before the commencement of the course.

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Program Information & Application Process

VET Course Requirements                                                   6. Reports
Students enrolling in a VET program through the WSM VET                   All students undertaking a VET program will receive official
Cluster will be required to complete a Code of Conduct and                written progress reports. These reports are issued by the
Medical Forms. Further to this, additional course require-                respective training providers for each program and supplied
ments set out by the WSM VET Cluster must be adhered to. It               to the students’ home school. Parents will receive a copy of
is important that parents and students take time to read the              these reports in term two and four. Completed certificates
following course requirements before submitting an enrol-                 or statements of attainment will be sent directly to students’
ment form.                                                                home school at the completion of the program.
1. Absences                                                               7. Student behaviour
Students are required to notify their school VET Coordinator of           Currently, there are approximately 300 students undertaking
their absence in advance.                                                 VET programs through the WSM VET Cluster. To ensure the
2. Punctuality                                                            success, continuity and availability of VET programs to all
All students are expected to arrive on time to class. Non-adher-          students, it is imperative that students abide by the program
ence to set class times will be reported to the student’s home            teachers’ rules and the policies and procedures of the host
school.                                                                   school or registered training organisation whenever they are
                                                                          on site. This includes meeting Occupational Health and Safety
3. Work Requirements                                                      requirements in and out of the classroom. Attitude and behav-
All tasks as assigned by the program teacher are to be com-               iour are to be at a high standard.
pleted by the due date. Refer to the Registered Training Organ-
isation’s policies in relation to resitting of assessments.               8. Withdrawal from a VET program
                                                                          VET programs are successful because students are able to ac-
4. Unique Student Identifier (USI)                                        cess programs offered by member schools. It should be noted
All students doing nationally recognised training need to have            by students and parents that failure to abide by the above
a Unique Student Identifier (USI). This includes students doing           course requirements may result in a student being withdrawn
Vocational Education Training (VET) in schools.                           from a program.
A USI is a reference number made up of numbers and letters.
Creating a USI is free. It creates a secure online record of your         9. Course changes
nationally recognised training that you can access anytime                Please note: All course details and delivery arrangements con-
and anywhere, and it’s yours for life.                                    tained in this booklet are subject to change.
The USI is linked to the National Vocational Education and                All courses require minimum student numbers to proceed. For
Training (VET) Data Collection, and this means an individual’s            further information on VET programs, please refer to the
nationally recognised training and qualifications gained any-             Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority website:
where in Australia, from different training organisations, will           www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/vet
be kept all together.                                                     10. Victorian Training Guarantee
The USI will:                                                             If you are enrolled at a school, you will not be able to receive
•    link a student’s VET achievements, regardless of where in            a government-subsidised training place for a course through
     Australia they did the course                                        the Victorian Training Guarantee, unless you are undertak-
•    let students easily access secure digital transcripts of their       ing the course as part of a School-Based Apprenticeship or
     achievements (transcripts will be available from January             Traineeship. The Government supports schools in other ways
     2016)                                                                to offer vocational training to their students, so you should
•    give students more control over their VET information.               discuss all your options with your school.
•    Application for a USI is done online, by going to                    11. Access & Equity
     www.usi.gov.au.                                                      WSM VET Cluster is committed to the goals of access and
5. Program Costs                                                          equity and aims to provide opportunities for VET students, VET
Courses may attract fees for materials, books and equipment.              program and WSM VET Cluster staff that foster fairness, equity,
Costs will vary according to the materials required by                    and respect for social and cultural diversity that is free from
students.                                                                 discrimination, harassment and vilification.

* Please Note: program costs in this handbook are subject
to change.

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Structured Workplace Learning, Qualification Levels

Structured Workplace Learning
Structured Workplace Learning is a key feature of VET
programs. Although it may not be a requirement in order
                                                                                 National Qualification Levels
to complete every course, all students are encouraged to
complete a minimum of one week (40 hours) work placement
in a related industry. This will enhance their learning and                                             Entry level programs
prospects of attaining an apprenticeship or entry into further          Certificate I &
training.                                                              tester programs
Structured Workplace Learning may involve an employer
accepting a student on a one day a week basis or a one-week
block.
                                                                                          Many VET and pre-apprenticeship programs are at
Structured Workplace Learning enables the student to                                                         this level
demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge in an industry               Certificate II
setting. During the work placement, a student will undertake
tasks to build on their skills and knowledge and complete a
log book of tasks undertaken.
If a student is having difficulties finding a structured work
                                                                                          Many apprenticeships and traineeships are at this
placement, WSMLLEN will offer assistance, through the VET                                                      level
Cluster, to source a suitable placement. SWL placements are            Certificate III
listed online via the SWL portal. See “SWL Portal - Finding Work
Placement” on page 8 for more information.
It is the responsibility of the student however, to ensure that
all paperwork associated with structured work placements                                   Available through TAFE and Registered Training
are completed and returned in a timely fashion. Students will                                              Organisations
need to meet the work placement requirements of the course             Certificate IV
to the best of their abilities.
Benefits of workplace learning
•  Practical skill development
•  Builds employer contacts                                                                Available through TAFE and Registered Training
                                                                                                           Organisations
•  Improves confidence in the workplace
•  Development of personal skills and maturity                           Diploma
•  Preparation for entering the workforce
•  Adds relevant work experience to resume
•  Opportunity to obtain an industry based reference
•  Exposure to workplace dynamics                                                         May obtain credit for TAFE programs undertaken
•  Opportunity to learn about industry practices and
   procedures                                                           University
•  Allows skills and knowledge obtained in the classroom to
   be applied in the work environment

SWL recognition is available for students who undertake SWL                                     Birchip -
in an industry aligned to the VCE VET program in which they
are enrolled. SWL recognition is also available for students
undertaking a school-based apprenticeship or traineeship
(SBAT). In order to receive VCE or VCAL credit, students need
to maintain and complete their Workplace Learning Record
(WLR). WLRs are available for download on the relevant VCE
VET programs page.

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SWL Portal - Finding Work Placement

Structured Workplace Learning is a key feature of VET programs. All students are encouraged to complete a minimum of one
week (40 hours) work placement in a related industry, however, the number of hours will vary depending on the course. This will
enhance their learning and prospects of attaining an apprenticeship or entry into further training.
Structured Workplace Learning may involve an employer accepting a student on a one-day-a-week basis or a one-week block.
Structured Workplace Learning enables the student to demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge in an industry setting. During
the work placement, a student will undertake tasks to build on their skills and knowledge and complete a log book of tasks
undertaken.
The SWL online portal lists local and state-wide work placement opportunities. Students can search the portal by region, indus-
try or course to find an appropriate work placement.
For local Wimmera and Southern Mallee opportunities please visit http://workplacements.education.vic.gov.au/llens/wsmllen/.
Select ‘share with your teacher’ when you find an appropriate opportunity and your teacher can match you to the position
before you arrange to attend an interview.

                http://www.workplacements.education.vic.gov.au/llens/wsmllen/

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Parents of VET students!
 Does your child have a USI Number

                                   Every VET student must have a Unique Student Identifier

 Important                         (USI) Number to enrol in a course and to obtain their
                                   qualification or certificate.

• A USI number is kept for life and you cannot create another one.
• Make sure you write down, print or take a screen shot of your USI.
• It is not easy to retrieve your lost USI so we recommend keeping a backup
  copy in a safe place at home.
  ID required
  Your child will need at least 1 or                         Get that
  preferably 2 forms of identification
                                                            USI number!

 Please make sure your
 child has their USI with
 them on the first day of
    their VET course.
• Your child must have a USI to enrol on the first day of  VET classes
• A USI is free and easy to create online
• To create a USI, your child should go online to  www.usi.gov.au and follow the
  steps outlined.
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Boots shown for illustrative
      purposes only

              State Schools’ Relief now
              providing VET in Schools
                     Work Boots
       State Schools’ Relief now provide leather safety work boots to students enrolled
       in VET in Schools (VETis) programs.
       Without the right footwear disadvantaged                 Boots are made to Australian Standard
       students are unable to participate in their VETis        (AS2210.3 class 1), comprising of a composite
       studies. State Schools’ Relief now provide               safety toe and a sole resistant to most oils, acids
       these work boots to assist student to remain in          and chemicals. Available in black or camel.
       school.
                                                                Applications can be made now by your welfare
                                                                Contact your school VET Coordinator to find out if you
       This opportunity is available to any student             team through our online application portal
                                                                are eligible to receive these work boots.
       based on the normal assessment of student                www.ssr.net.au/schools
       need conducted in your school. Boots are
       provided directly from State Schools’ Relief at
       no cost to students, parents or schools.

          1/8 Johnston Court Dandenong, VIC, 3175
          Phone: (03) 8769 8400
          Web: www.  stateschoolsrelief.org.au/
                www.ssr.net.au
                                                                                                State Schools’ Relief acknowledges the
                                                                                                 support of the Victorian Government

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Certificate II in Agriculture

                                                                                                                           Program structure
                                                                                                                           Delivered over two years

 Agriculture                                                                                                               Location
                                                                                                                           Longerenong College

                                                                                                                           Contact Days/Hours
                                                                                                                           Every second Wednesday 9.30am to 3.00pm
Course code: AHC20116                                                                                                      RTO
The Certificate II in Agriculture aims to equip students with experience, knowledge and skills that will                   Skillinvest
enhance employment prospects in a range of rural industries including intensive animal production,
broad-acre cropping, grazing and agribusiness. Furthermore, the course provides a foundation for                           RTO Code
further study in agriculture through several pathways including apprenticeships, full time, part time and                  4192
online options. Participants will develop skills in a range of areas including safety, machinery operation,
                                                                                                                           RTO Contact
fencing, welding, agronomy, farm chemicals and livestock husbandry.
                                                                                                                           Nick Wachsmann (03) 53622260

Contribution towards VCAL                                           Possible study pathways                                Materials Fee
One credit towards a VCAL learning program is                       Potential Study Options/Career Paths (General or       To be paid by the student:
awarded on successful completion of 90 nominal                      in specialised fields):                                $125.00 (first year)
hours of accredited VET curriculum. You will be                       • Certificate III/IV (apprenticeship or full time    $110.00 (second year)
eligible at Foundation, Intermediate or Senior                           study)
                                                                                                                           Structured Workplace Learning
levels.                                                               • Diploma of Agronomy (full or part time or
                                                                                                                           A minimum of 200 hours work placement is
                                                                         online)
Contribution towards VCE                                                                                                   required, normally completed on alternate
                                                                      • Diploma of Agribusiness
Students will be eligible for two or more units at                                                                         Wednesdays when attendance at Longerenong
                                                                      • Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness
Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.                                                                          College is not required.
                                                                         management
ATAR Contribution                                                     • Degree and post graduate study                     Scored Assessment Available
Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence                       Potential Career Paths (Further study likely to be     No
will be eligible for an increment towards their                     required)
ATAR (10 per cent of the lowest study score of the                    • Farm overseer/manager
                                                                                                                           National or State Accreditation
primary four studies).                                                                                                     National
                                                                      • Agronomist or Livestock agent
                                                                      • Precision Agriculture consultant
Clothing/Equipment/OH&S
                                                                      • Agribusiness professional, Rural merchandiser
Closed boots and appropriate clothing for weather
                                                                         or marketing specialist
required.
                                                                      • Agricultural research assistant or Scientist

                                                                    Potential career paths
                                                                    Potential Career Paths (With or without further
                                                                    study)
                                                                      • Farm hand or Feedlot assistant                                   Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                               Training
                                                                      • Shearing shed hand or rouseabout
                                                                      • Farm machinery operator/contractor
                                                                      • Fencing contractor
Units may include:
 Unit code                   First Year                                                           Unit code        Second Year
 AHCOHS201                   Participate in OHS processes                                         AHCWRK204        Work effectively in the industry
 AHCBAC202                   Assist agricultural crop maintenance                                 AHCWRK209        Participate in environmentally sustainable work
 AHCINF202                   Install, maintain and repair fencing                                                  practices
 AHCLSK205                   Handle livestock using basic techniques                              AHCCHM201        Apply chemicals under supervision
 AHCINF204                   Fabricate & repair metal or plastic structures                       AHCBAC201        Assist agricultural crop establishment
 AHCLSK209                   Monitor water supplies                                               AHCBAC204        Prepare grain storages
 AHCMOM204                   Undertake operational maintenance of machinery                       AHCLSK211        Provide feed for livestock
 AHCPRK203                   Move and handle pigs                                                 AHCMOM202        Operate tractors
 AHCWOL201                   Pen sheep                                                            AHCMOM212        Operate quad bikes
 HLTFA201B                   Provide basic emergency life support                                 AHCPCM201        Recognise Plants
                                                                                                  AHCWOL203        Carry out wool pressing
                                                                                                  AHCWRK201        Observe and report on weather

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Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

                                                                                                                      Contribution towards VCAL
                                                                                                                      One credit towards a VCAL learning program

 Automotive                                                                                                           is awarded on successful completion
                                                                                                                      of 90 nominal hours of accredited VET
                                                                                                                      curriculum. You will be eligible at Foundation,
                                                                                                                      Intermediate or Senior levels.

                                                                                                                      Contribution towards VCE
Course code: AUR20716                                                                                                 Students will be eligible for two or more units
The Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation is a work-ready pre-employment program                        at Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4
designed to meet the needs of students wishing to pursue a career in the automotive industry. This                    sequence.
program aims to enable students to develop a defined range of skills appropriate to entry-level
positions in the automotive industry and to apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable
                                                                                                                      ATAR Contribution
                                                                                                                      Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence
problems associated with an understanding of basic automotive technologies.
                                                                                                                      for VCE VET Automotive will be eligible for an
                                                                                                                      increment towards their ATAR (10 per cent
Contribution towards VCAL                                        Possible study pathways
                                                                                                                      of the fourth study score of the primary four
One credit towards a VCAL learning program is                     •   Certificate III (apprenticeship)
                                                                                                                      studies).
awarded on successful completion of 90 nominal                    •   Certificate IV (post trade)
hours of accredited VET curriculum. You will be                   •   Diploma                                         RTO
eligible at Foundation, Intermediate or Senior                                                                        Skilllinvest
                                                                 Potential career paths
levels.
                                                                  •   Light Vehicle Mechanic                          RTO Code
Contribution towards VCE                                          •   Heavy Vehicle Mechanic                          4192
Students will be eligible for two or more units at                •   Earthmoving and Mobile Plant
Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.                 •   Automotive Electrician                          RTO Contact
                                                                  •   Motorcycle Mechanic                             Ian Westhead (03) 5381 6200
ATAR Contribution
Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence                                                                         Materials Fee
for VCE VET Automotive will be eligible for an                                                                        To be paid by the student:
increment towards their ATAR (10 per cent of the                                                                      $200
fourth study score of the primary four studies).                                                                      Structured Workplace Learning
Clothing/Equipment/OH&S                                                                                               A minimum of 40 hours work placement is
Safety boots required                                                                                                 recommended.
No singlets
                                                                                                                      Scored Assessment Available
                                                                                                                      No

                                                                                                                      National or State Accreditation
                                                                                                                      National

                                                                                                                                      Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                            Training
Units may include:
 Unit code                   First Year                                                           Unit code   Second Year
 AURAEA002                   Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an          AURAFA003   Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
                             automotive workplace                                                 AURAFA004   Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
 AURASA002                   Follow safe working practice in an automotive workplace              AUMAFA001   Apply for jobs and undertake job interviews
 AURETR003                   Identify automotive electrical systems and components                AURAFA009   Carry out research into automotive industry
 AURLTA001                   Identify automotive mechanical systems and components                AURETK001   Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test
 AURTTK002                   Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive                            equipment
                             workplace                                                            AURETR046   Remove and refit vehicle batteries
 AURTTA027                   Carry out basic vehicle servicing                                    AURETR047   Recharge vehicle batteries
 AURTTB007                   Remove and replace brake assemblies                                  AURETR048   Construct and test basic electronic circuits
 AURTTJ003                   Remove and replace wheel and tyre assembly                           AURTTE007   Dismantle and assemble single cylinder four-stroke
                                                                                                              petrol engines
                                                                                                  AURTTA004   Inspect and service engines

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Certificate II in Building and Construction

                                                                                                                         Program structure
                                                                                                                         Delivered over two years

 Building and Construction                                                                                               Location
                                                                                                                         Building Training Workshop
                                                                                                                         Longerenong College

                                                                                                                         Contact Days/Hours
Course code: 22338VIC                                                                                                    Wednesdays 9.30am to 3.20pm
The outcomes of the qualification will enable the participant to develop skills in the following areas:
                                                                                                                         RTO
•    safe handling of selected hand and power tools
                                                                                                                         Skillinvest
•    interpreting workplace documents and plans
•    performing building related calculations                                                                            RTO Code
•    communicating effectively in the workplace                                                                          4192
•    researching pathways and job opportunities in the construction industry
                                                                                                                         RTO Contact
•    safety requirements on a work site
                                                                                                                         Ian Westhead (03) 5381 6200
•    components of building structures
•    basic quality principles in the construction industry                                                               Materials Fee
•    awareness of building codes and standards.                                                                          To be paid by the student:
                                                                                                                         $250
Contribution towards VCAL                                           Possible study pathways
One credit towards a VCAL learning program is                          •   Carpentry Apprenticeship
                                                                                                                         Structured Workplace Learning
                                                                                                                         A minimum of 40 hours work placement is
awarded on successful completion of 90 nominal                         •   Architecture
                                                                                                                         recommended.
hours of accredited VET curriculum. You will be                        •   Building Engineering
eligible at Foundation, Intermediate or Senior                         •   Interior Design                               Scored Assessment Available
levels.                                                                                                                  No
                                                                    Potential career paths
Contribution towards VCE                                               •   Builder                                       National or State Accreditation
Students will be eligible for two or more units at                     •   Building Site Manager                         National
Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.                      •   Building Inspector
                                                                       •   Landscaper
ATAR Contribution
Students who receive a units 3 and 4 sequence for
VCE VET Building will be eligible for an increment
towards their ATAR (10 per cent of the lowest study
score of the primary four studies).

Clothing/Equipment/OH&S
Safety boots required
No singlets

                                                                                                                                       Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                             Training

Units may include:
 Unit code                      Core Units                                                           Unit code   Elective Units
 CPCCOHS2001A                   Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the               VU22022     Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment
                                construction industry                                                VU22023     Perform basic setting out
 HLTAID002                      Provide basic emergency life support                                 VU22016     Erect and safely use working platforms
 CPCCWHS1001                    Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
                                                                                                     VU22030     Carry out basic demolition for timber structures
 VU22014                        Prepare for work in the building and construction industry
                                                                                                     VU22024     Construct basic sub-floor
 VU22015                        Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings
                                                                                                     VU22031     Construct basic formwork for concreting
 CPCCCM1015A                    Carry out measurements and calculations
                                                                                                     VU22025     Construct basic wall frames
 CPCCCM2006                     Apply basic levelling procedures
                                                                                                     VU22026     Construct a basic roof frame
 CPCCCM1012A                    Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
                                                                                                     VU22027     Install basic external cladding
 CPCCCM1014A                    Conduct workplace communication
                                                                                                     VU22028     Install basic windows and door frames

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Certificate III in Community Services

                                                                                                                         Program structure
                                                                                                                         Delivered over two years

                                                                                                                         Location
  Community Services                                                                                                     To be confirmed

                                                                                                                         Days/Hours
                                                                                                                         Wednesdays 9.30 am to 3.15 pm
Course Code CHC32015
                                                                                                                         RTO
The VET Community Services program gives students the opportunity to gain both theoretical
                                                                                                                         SuniTAFE
knowledge and practical skills. It allows them to demonstrate competency in a range of areas and
                                                                                                                         www.sunitafe.edu.au
prepares them to work in various settings within the Community Services industry. The knowledge and
                                                                                                                         RTO Provider 40548
skills gained will help students to decide on future pathways and study options.
                                                                                                                         Delivered by
                                                                                                                         SuniTAFE
Program structure                                                   Possible Study Pathways
                                                                                                                         RTO Contact
Units 1 and 2 comprise of 9 units of competency:                     •   Certificate III & IV in Child Care
                                                                                                                         Karen Chynoweth
four core units and five elective units from                         •   Certificate III & IV in Aged Care
                                                                                                                         Coordinator, Skills & Jobs Centre - Community
CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services. It                   •   Certificate III & IV in Disability
                                                                                                                         Industry Engagement
is recommended that students complete Units 1 &                      •   Diploma of Early Childhood Education
                                                                                                                         Phone: 0350223648
2 prior to undertaking Units 3 & 4.
                                                                    Potential Career paths                               Mobile: 0438976596
Units 3 & 4 comprise the remaining core unit
                                                                     •   Personal Care Assistant                         Email: kchynoweth@sunitafe.edu.au
and two elective units required to successfully
                                                                     •   Support Worker                                  Website: https://www.sunitafe.edu.au
complete the CHC32015 Certificate III in
                                                                     •   Customer Service                                Mildura Campus:
Community Services qualification.
                                                                     •   Child Care Worker                               453 Benetook Ave, Mildura 3500
VCE VET Unit entitlement                                             •   Aged Care Worker
Students who complete Units 1 & 2 will be eligible                   •   Disability Support Worker                       Structured Workplace Learning
                                                                                                                         60 hours per year is recommended
for credit towards their VCE at Units 1 & 2 level.
Students who complete Units 3 & 4 will be eligible                                                                       Materials Fee
for a Units 3 and 4 sequence.                                                                                            To be paid by the student:
ATAR Contribution                                                                                                        $200 (first year)
Yes - if Scored Assessment is completed in the                                                                           $200 (Second year)
second year of the course.                                                                                               Scored Assessment Available
The study score is calculated through three                                                                              Yes
graded assessment coursework tasks completed
throughout the year as well as a final year                                                                              National or State Accreditation
examination.                                                                                                             National

                                                                                                                                      Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                            Training

Units may include:
  Unit code                   First Year                                                             Unit code   Second Year
  BSBWOR202                   Organise and complete daily work activities                            CHCCCS016   Participate in workplace health and safety

  HLTWHS002                   Follow safe work practices for direct client care work                 CHCCDE003   Work within a community development framework

  CHCDIV001                   Work with diverse people                                               CHCCDE004   Implement participation and engagement strategies

  CHCCOM005                   Communicate and work in health or community services
  CHCCOM001                   Provide first point of contact
  HLTWHS006                   Manage personal stresses in the work environment
  HLTAID003                   Provide first aid
  CHCDIV002                   Promote Aboriginals & Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
  FSKOCM07                    Interact effectively with others at work

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Certificate II in Dance

                                                                                                                      Program structure
                                                                                                                      Delivered over two years

 Dance                                                                                                                Location
                                                                                                                      Horsham College Dance Studio

                                                                                                                      Contact Hours
                                                                                                                      Wednesdays 9.30am to 3.20pm

Course Code CUA20113                                                                                                  RTO
(With selected units from CUA30113 Certificate III in Dance)                                                          Ausdance
The VCE VET Dance programs aim to enhance employment prospects in the live performance and
entertainment industry and enable participants to gain a recognised credential and make an informed                   RTO Code
choice of vocation or career path.                                                                                    20949

                                                                                                                      Delivered by
Contribution towards VCAL                                     Possible study pathways                                 Horsham College
One credit towards VCAL Learning Program is                   There is a comprehensive range of certificate,
awarded on successful completion of 90 nominal                advanced certificate, diploma, degree/bachelor,         RTO Contact
hours of accredited VET curriculum                            graduate certificate and graduate diploma course        Campbell Pallot (03) 5381 7712
                                                              offerings from many and diverse providers around
Contribution towards VCE                                                                                              Materials Fee
                                                              Australia.
Students will be eligible for up to 2 units at Units 1                                                                To be paid by the student:
and 2 level and a Unit 3 and 4 sequence.                      Potential career paths                                  (To be confirmed)
                                                              Performance in a variety of dance styles and at a
ATAR Contribution                                                                                                     Structured Workplace Learning
                                                              range of levels, including:
Students wishing to receive an ATAR contribution                                                                      A minimum of 20 days work placement is
                                                                • Elite performance
must undertake scored assessment. This study                                                                          recommended.
                                                                • Choreography
score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as
one of the student’s best four studies (the primary
                                                                • Community dance, theatre and events                 Scored Assessment Available
                                                                   (performers and administrators)                    Yes
four) or as a fifth or sixth study.
                                                                • Community cultural development and
Clothing/Equipment/OH&S                                            maintenance (performers and managers/
                                                                                                                      National or State Accreditation
Appropriate loose, comfortable clothing for dance                                                                     National
                                                                   administrators)
instruction                                                     • Musical theatre (performers and cabaret
                                                                   performers/producers)
                                                                • Dance teaching and management

                                                                                                                                    Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                          Training

Units may include:
 Unit code           First Year                                                              Unit code Second Year
 BSBWOR203B          Work effectively with others                                            CUAPRF201      Prepare self for performances
 CUADAN201           Develop basic dance techniques                                          CUAIND201      Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge
 CUAWHS101           Follow basic safe dance practices                                       CUAPRF304      Develop audition techniques
 CUADAN209           Perform basic cultural dance technique                                  CAUDAN202      Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance
 CUADAN208           Perform basic street dance technique                                                   performances
 CUADAN207           Perform basic tap dance technique                                       CAUDAN305      Increase depth of jazz dance technique
 CUADAN206           Perform basic ballet dance technique                                    CAUDAN308      Increase depth of contemporary dance technique
 CUADAN203           Perform basic jazz dance technique
                                                                                             * Units may vary to meet the Victorian Curriculum Assessment
 CUADAN205           Perform basic contemporary dance technique                              Authority (VCAA) requirements and trends
 CUAWH201            Develop a basic level of physical condition for dance

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Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)

                                                                                                                               Program structure
                                                                                                                               Delivered over two years

 Electrotechnology                                                                                                             Location
                                                                                                                               Federation University
                                                                                                                               Wimmera Campus (Horsham)

                                                                                                                               Contact Days/Hours
Course code: UEE22011                                                                                                          Wednesdays 9.20am to 3.20pm
This program will give you the foundation to kick start an electrical apprenticeship; a career that needs                      RTO
both your brains and your hands-on skills. Qualified electricians are in high demand and are paid a                            Federation University
higher than average weekly full-time wage.
This VET for Senior Secondary Schools program will develop knowledge and skills that will equip you for                        RTO Code
entry into the workforce whilst you undertake applied learning in an adult learning environment.                               4909
As well as contributing to satisfactory completion of VCE or VCAL, after 2 years of study and, upon
                                                                                                                               Indicative Materials Fees
successful completion, students will gain a nationally recognised qualification and credits towards a
                                                                                                                               (To be Confirmed)
Certificate III in Electrotechnology.
You will learn about identifying and selecting components, accessories and materials, solving                                  To be paid by the student:
circuit problems and OH&S requirements in our industry specific electrotechnology classrooms and                               First Year: $135 plus $68 for the textbook.
workshops, located both at Federation University and the Wimmera Trade Training Centre.                                        Second Year: $135
                                                                                                                               (Information on purchasing the textbook will be
Contribution towards VCAL                                               Additional Requirements                                available at Induction Day.)
VCAL - one credit towards a VCAL learning                               Students need to be at least in Year 10 at the time    Structured Workplace Learning
program is awarded upon successful completion                           of enrolment and have strong maths knowledge           It is recommended that students undertake a
of 90 nominal hours of accredited VET curriculum.                       and must complete a Language, Literacy and             minimum of 40 hours SWL or work experience
                                                                        Numeracy Assessment and Pre-Training Review            each year of this program with a qualified
Contribution towards VCE
                                                                        prior to enrolment. A Unique Student Identifier        electrician or large electrical business to enhance
VCE - students who complete this qualification are
                                                                        (USI) number is required.                              their learning and job prospects.
eligible for three units at units 1 & 2 level and a
units 3 & 4 sequence.                                                   Potential career paths                                 Scored Assessment Available
                                                                        Career opportunities include:
ATAR Contribution                                                                                                              No
                                                                         • Apprentice Electrician
Students who receive a units 3 and 4 sequence will
                                                                        After further study:                                   National or State Accreditation
be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10
                                                                         • Qualified Electrician                               National
per cent of the lowest study score of the primary
                                                                         • Electrical Engineer
four studies).
                                                                         • Linesman
Clothing/Equipment/OH&S
Students are required to wear Australian standard
work boots* and long work pants each week.
Other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
requirements will be advised at Induction Day.
*Work boots are required to meet AS2210.3 class 1
(i.e. comprising of a safety toe and a sole that is resistant to most oils, acids and chemicals).

Units of competency:
 Unit code                         Delivered over 2 years
 UEENEEE179A                       Identify and Select Components, Accessories & Materials for Energy Sector Work Activities
                                                                                                                                             Nationally Recognised
 UEENEEE101A                       Apply Occupational Health & Safety Regulations, Codes and Practices in the Workplace                            Training
 UEENEEE105A                       Fix and Secure Electrotechnology Equipment
 UEENEEE122A                       Carry Out Preparatory Energy Sector Work Activities
 UEENEEE141A                       Use of Routine Equipment/Plant/Technologies in an Energy Sector Environment
                                                                                                                               Commencement of this program will be dependent on
 UEENEEE148A                       Carry out Routine Work Activities in an Energy Sector Environment
                                                                                                                               adequate student numbers and funding.
 UEENEEE102A                       Fabricate, Assemble and Dismantle Utilities Industry Components
                                                                                                                               Programs and units may be subject to change prior
 UEENEEE104A                       Solve Problems in d.c. Circuits                                                             to commencement, based on training package
 UEENEEK142A                       Apply Environmentally and Sustainable Energy Procedures in the Energy Sector                requirements and industry trends. This training
 UEENEEP024A                       Attach Cords and Plugs to Electrical Equipment for Connection to Single Phase 230           is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth
                                   Volt Supply                                                                                 Government funding to eligible individuals.

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Certificate II in Engineering Studies

                                                                                                                          Program structure
                                                                                                                          Delivered over two years

 Engineering                                                                                                              Location
                                                                                                                          Longerenong College

                                                                                                                          Contact Days/Hours
                                                                                                                          Wednesdays 9.30am to 3.20pm
Course code: 22470VIC                                                                                                     RTO
The aim of this course is to provide pre-employment training and a pathway into the engineering,                          Skillinvest
manufacturing or related industries. Specifically, a graduate of this course will be eligible to:
•    Undertake a work-based traineeship or apprenticeship in a range of engineering, manufacturing or                     RTO Code
     related areas                                                                                                        4192
•    Enrol in Certificate III courses in the engineering, manufacturing or related areas
                                                                                                                          RTO Contact
•    Seek entry-level employment in the engineering, manufacturing or related industries.
                                                                                                                          Ian Westhead (03) 5381 6200

Contribution towards VCAL                                         Possible study pathways                                 Materials Fee
One credit towards a VCAL learning program is                      •   Certificate III Apprenticeship                     To be paid by the student: $250
awarded on successful completion of 90 nominal                     •   Certificate IV post trade                          Structured Workplace Learning
hours of accredited VET curriculum. You will be                    •   Diploma                                            A minimum of 40 hours work placement is
eligible at Foundation, Intermediate or Senior                                                                            recommended.
                                                                  Potential career paths
levels.
                                                                   •   Engineering Trades-person – Metal                  Scored Assessment Available
Contribution towards VCE                                               Fabrication                                        Yes. Students wishing to receive an ATAR
Students will be eligible for two or more units at                 •   Forging                                            contribution must undertake scored assessment.
Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.                  •   Founding
                                                                   •   Structural Steel Erection                          National or State Accreditation
ATAR Contribution                                                                                                         National
                                                                   •   Electroplating
Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence
                                                                   •   Metal Spinning
will be eligible for an increment towards their
                                                                   •   Metal Polishing
ATAR. This study score can contribute directly to
                                                                   •   Sheet Metal Work
the ATAR, either as one of the student’s best four
studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth
study.

Clothing/Equipment/OH&S
Safety boots required
                                                                                                                                        Nationally Recognised
No singlets                                                                                                                                   Training

Units may include:
 Unit code                   Core Units                                                           Unit code       Elective Units
 MEM13014A                   Apply principles of Occupational Health & Safety in work             MEM18002B       Use power tools/hand held operations
                             environment                                                          VU22337         Perform basic welding and thermal cutting processes to
 MEM18001C                   Use hand tools                                                                       fabricate engineering structures
 VU22329                     Report on a range of sectors in the manufacturing,                   VU22333         Perform intermediate engineering computations
                             engineering and related industries                                   VU22334*        Produce basic engineering components and products
 VU22330                     Select and interpret drawings and prepare three                                      using fabrication and machining operations
                             dimensional (3D) sketches and drawings
 VU22331                     Perform basic machining processes
 VU22332                     Apply basic fabrication techniques                                  * Has pre-requisite units - VU22331 VU22332

 MEMPE006A                   Undertake a basic engineering project

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Certificate II in Furniture Making Pathways

                                                                                                                            Program structure
                                                                                                                            Delivered over two years

 Furniture Making                                                                                                           Location
                                                                                                                            Wimmera Trade Training Centre,
                                                                                                                            Horsham College Campus

                                                                                                                            Contact Days/Hours
Course Code MSF20516                                                                                                        Wednesdays 9.10am to 3.15pm
The VCE VET furnishing program provides students with the knowledge and skills to enhance their
                                                                                                                            RTO
employment prospects in the furnishing or cabinet making industry. The qualification within this
                                                                                                                            SuniTAFE
program will help develop students’ knowledge of timber and other furnishing materials plus provide
them with the ability to read plans whilst working on a range of projects.                                                  RTO Code
                                                                                                                            4693
A person working in the furniture trade may be involved in cabinet making, upholstery, polishing,
picture framing and floor finishing and covering while incorporating elements of creativity with                            Delivered by
functionality and design.                                                                                                   Horsham College

Contribution towards VCAL                                           Clothing/Equipment/OH&S                                 RTO Contact
One credit towards a VCAL learning program is                       Safety boots required                                   Horsham College
awarded on successful completion of 90 nominal                      Durable work wear—no loose fitting clothing             Campbell Pallot (03) 5381 7712
hours of accredited VET curriculum. You will be
                                                                    Additional Requirements                                 Materials Fee
eligible at Foundation, Intermediate or Senior
                                                                    Prior to the commencement of this course,               To be paid by the student:
levels.
                                                                    students must undertake a pre-training review           (To be confirmed)
Contribution towards VCE                                            and a language, literacy and numeracy evaluation.
                                                                                                                            Structured Workplace Learning
Recognition of two units at Units 1 and 2, and a
                                                                    Potential career paths                                  40 hours spread across the 2 year program is
Units 3 and 4 sequence.
                                                                      •   Furniture Maker                                   recommended.
Note: The Units 3 and 4 sequence of VCE VET
                                                                      •   Cabinet Maker
Furnishing is not designed as a stand-alone                                                                                 Scored Assessment Available
                                                                      •   Picture Framer
study. Students are strongly advised against                                                                                Yes. Students wishing to receive an ATAR
                                                                      •   Wood Machinist
undertaking the Units 3 and 4 sequence without                                                                              contribution must undertake scored assessment.
                                                                      •   Production Manager
first completing Units 1 and 2.
                                                                      •   Furniture Designer                                National or State Accreditation
ATAR Contribution                                                                                                           National
                                                                    Possible study pathways
Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence
                                                                      •   Certificate III (apprenticeship)
will be eligible for an increment towards their
                                                                      •   Diploma of Building Surveying
ATAR. This study score can contribute directly to
                                                                      •   Advanced Diploma of Building Design
the ATAR, either as one of the student’s best four
                                                                      •   Bachelor of Architecture
studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth
study.
Further information can be found on the VTAC website:
www.vtac.edu.au
Where a student elects not to receive a study score for
VCE VET Furnishing, no contribution to the ATAR will be                                                                                    Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                                 Training
available.
Units may include:
 Unit code                      First Year                                                        Unit code         Second Year
 MSAENV272                      Participate in Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices         MSFFM2001         Use Furniture Making Sector Hand and Power Tools
 MSAPMSUP106                    Work in a Team                                                    MSFFM2002         Assemble Furnishing Components
 MSMPCI103                      Demonstrate Care and Apply Safe Work Practices                    MSFFP2001         Undertake a Basic Furniture Making Project
 MSFFP2002                      Develop a Career Plan and Apply Safe Work Practices               MSFGN2001         Make Measurements and Calculations
 MSFFF2003                      Prepare Surfaces
 MSFFM2005                      Join Materials Used in Furnishing                                * Units may vary to meet the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority (VCAA)
                                                                                                 requirements and trends
 MSFFP2006                      Make Simple Timber Joints
 MEM16006A                      Organise and Communicate Information

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Certificate II in Health Support Services (Client Support)

                                                                                                                        Program structure
                                                                                                                        One-year Course

                                                                                                                        Location
 Health Support Services                                                                                                Federation University
                                                                                                                        Wimmera Campus (Horsham)

                                                                                                                        Contact Days/Hours
Course code: HLT23215                                                                                                   1 day per week (Wednesdays) 9.20am – 3.20pm
Take the first step into your career in the health industry.                                                            from February to October
Certificate II in Health Support Services is a qualification that will provide you with the work-skills and
                                                                                                                        RTO
knowledge at an entry level standard to enhance your career prospects into the health industry and to
                                                                                                                        Federation University
provide assistance to health professionals.
This VET for Senior Secondary Students program is an applied learning program taught in an adult                        RTO Code
learning environment, within our dedicated classrooms and simulated practical workspaces. The                           4909
program includes basic training in health topics and includes first aid and nursing related care units.
After one year of study and upon successful completion, you will gain a nationally recognised
                                                                                                                        Indicative Materials Fees
qualification that also contributes to satisfactory completion of VCE or VCAL.                                          (To Be Confirmed)
                                                                                                                        To be paid by the student:
                                                                                                                        $132.95
Contribution towards VCAL                                         Additional Requirements
VCAL – one credit towards a VCAL learning                         Students need to be at least in Year 10 at the time   Structured Workplace Learning
program is awarded upon successful                                of enrolment and must complete a Language,            It is mandated that students undertake a
completion of 90 nominal hours of accredited VET                  Literacy and Numeracy Assessment and Pre-             minimum of 40 hours Structured Workplace
curriculum.                                                       Training Review prior to enrolment. A Unique          Learning (SWL) for the duration of this program
                                                                  Student Identifier (USI) number is required.          within a health provider workplace, or similar, to
Contribution towards VCE
                                                                                                                        gain competency and enhance their learning and
VCE –Students who complete this program may be                    Further study options
                                                                                                                        job prospects.
eligible for recognition of up to three units at Units             •   Certificate III in Individual Support
1 and 2 level.                                                     •   Diploma of Nursing                               Scored Assessment Available
                                                                   •   Bachelor of Nursing                              No
ATAR Contribution
No                                                                Potential career paths                                National or State Accreditation
                                                                  Following further studies, career opportunities       National
Clothing/equipment/OH&S
                                                                  include:
Students are required to wear protective
                                                                    • Nurse
footwear and other protective items as required
                                                                    • Paramedic
under OH&S legislation. Specific dress and OHS
                                                                    • Allied Health Care Professional
requirements will be advised during induction.

Units may include:
 Unit code                    Units of Competency
 CHCCOM005                    Communicate and Work in Health or Community Services                                                   Nationally Recognised
                                                                                                                                           Training
 CHCDIV001                    Work with Diverse People
 HLTINF001                    Comply with Infection Prevention and Control Policies and Procedures
 HLTWHS001                    Participate in Workplace Health and Safety
 HLTAID003                    Provide First Aid
 CHCCCS012                    Prepare and Maintain Beds
 CHCCCS020                    Respond Effectively to Behaviours of Concern
 CHCCCS026                    Transport individuals
 HLTFSE002                    Provide Ward or Unit Based Food Preparation and Distribution Services
 HLTHSS004                    Handle and Move Equipment, Goods and Mail
 CHCDIV002                    Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Safety
 HLTHSS003                    Perform General Cleaning Tasks in a Clinical Setting

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