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22566VIC Certificate I in Work Education

Supported Learning Programs

Next intake February 2025
LocationsGeelong City Campus
DurationFull-time: 12 months

Course description

Do you have a young person aged 15 years or over with special learning needs or learning difficulties? This unique program provides the support and skills needed to gain employment or progress to further study. It also offers students the opportunity to meet and interact with new people, build confidence and further their language and communication skills. This course is full-time to give students the best opportunity to gain skills for employment or further education.

This course is a dual qualification. You will also need to apply for 22567VIC Certificate I in Transition Education. 

Register your interest now!
Book your interview with the teaching staff here or call us on 5225 0836
 

Applications & attendance

How to apply

  1. Follow our instructions for how to apply for a course.
  2. Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.

If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.

IntakeApplicationsAttendanceClassesDuration 
2025 February
Geelong City Campus Open: 1 Aug 2024
Close: 1 Feb 2025 Class DayStart: 28 Jan 2025
Mon to Thurs 9am to 3pm
 Full-time: 12 months  Apply  

 

Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.

Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.

An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course.

Many courses have limited spots and may fill quickly, so apply early and ensure your application is fully completed, as only successful applicants will receive offers, issued as soon as possible. If numbers are low, intakes or courses may be cancelled.

  • Applicants must be 15 years and over at the time of course commencement.
  • Any student under the age of 17 must provide an Exemption from School form prior to undertaking the course.

  • To be eligible to apply for this course applicants must have:
    •  a diagnosed learning disability and/or
    •  have received special education assistance, or have had a modified program at school
  • Applicants must present evidence of learning disability, or modified school program prior to enrolment.
  • You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.

Pre-training review

Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills .

Personal Learning Requirements

There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.

Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.

Selection mode

  • Interviews are conducted with applicants; if the applicant is under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian must be present, to ensure the content and expectations of the course are understood. The applicant’s suitability for study is also discussed.
  • Applicants who can demonstrate motivation to work, the ability to relate to others and who are sufficiently mature to cope with work will be given preference. 

Core Units Code Hours
Develop and apply an individual vocational plan with support VU23028 100
Develop personal management skills for work VU23029 80
Develop workplace communications skills VU23032 30
Follow WHS procedures MSMWHS100 20
Participate in practical placement with support VU23031 300
Participate in vocational activities VU23030 400
Prepare for employment VU22787 30
Elective Units Code Hours
Participate in job seeking activities VU22789 50
Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts VU22372 30
Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations VU22369 30

 

Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.

Assessment is based on:

  • Hands-on projects
  • Industry placement
  • Team projects
  • Oral presentations and problem-solving

This course is eligible for Free TAFE!

Eligible Victorian students who elect to use their Free TAFE opportunity will not incur any tuition fees. Material and resources fees still apply. Follow the link for further information and to check the eligibility criteria.

FeesRateUnitIndicative Course HoursIndicative Tuition Payable by StudentMax. Indicative Government Subsidy Total
Concession Tuition AUD $0.31 per hour 1070 AUD $332.00 AUD $16,240.00
Standard Tuition AUD $1.55 per hour 1070 AUD $1,658.00 AUD $16,240.00
Full Fee Tuition AUD $16.89 per hour 1070 AUD $18,072.00

Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee

Resources AUD $100.00
Education Levy AUD $160.50

 

All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.

Which fee will I pay?

Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.

Fee help and student loans

VET Student Loans are available for eligible students for tuition fees ONLY.
The current years maximum VET Student Loan Course Cap is $

Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.

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Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.

Date published: 9/10/2024 8:01:26 AM
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