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Course description
The Certificate I in Transition Education supports learners with a permanent cognitive and/or intellectual disability to become active participants in the community. The course assists learners to develop life skills and supports self-development so that they can explore suitable future options such as employment, further study or community participation.
As this is a dual qualification, you will also need to submit an application for the second course in your dual qualification: 22566VIC Certificate I in Work Education~
~ This course is in transition.
The course code, title, units and content may change in future. Further information will be provided on The Gordon website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your training.
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Book your interview with the teaching staff here or call us on 5225 0967.
Possible career outcomes
- Pre-apprenticeships
- Traineeships
- Open or supported employment
- Voluntary work/community activities
Applications & attendance
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. Spaces are limited and only completed applications will be considered for an offer. Intakes can be cancelled at any time.
Entrance requirements
- Applicants must be 15 years and over at the time of course commencement.
- Any student under the age of 17 must provide a Transition from School form prior to undertaking this course, unless they have completed Year 12 or an equivalent qualification (AQF Level II or above), in which case a school exemption is not required.
- 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.
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.
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.
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 desire to work, the ability to relate to others and who are sufficiently mature to cope with work will be given preference to study this course
Units & assessments
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:
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstrations
- Portfolio (work samples)
Fees
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession Tuition | AUD $0.33 | per hour | 1080 | AUD $356.00 | AUD $17,255.00 |
| Standard Tuition | AUD $1.65 | per hour | 1080 | AUD $1,782.00 | AUD $17,255.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $16.42 | per hour | 1080 | AUD $18,814.00 |
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Levy | AUD $162.00 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Resources | AUD $100.00 | Once | Charged at enrolment | ||
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 and payments pages.
Fee help
Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.
Further study options
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.