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Course description
Are you aiming for a future in health but didn’t quite meet the entry requirements for your chosen course? The General Education for Adults (Health Stream) is designed to help you build a strong foundation in the core skills needed for success in further health-related study or employment.
This course supports learners who want to improve their literacy, communication, and/or numeracy skills in a supportive and practical environment. You’ll engage in a variety of learning activities tailored to help you gain confidence and competence for your next steps into vocational training, further education, or the workforce.
Throughout the course, you will:
- Strengthen your reading and writing skills, with a focus on health-related topics
- Apply mathematical concepts including statistics, probability, and algebra
- Develop research skills using search engines and health-specific databases
- Plan and deliver presentations on relevant health issues
- Build effective teamwork and project skills through group activities · Learn how to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and spoken formats>
- Enhance your digital literacy and confidence in online learning
- Develop organisation and time-management strategies to support your study goals
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the essential skills to confidently pathway into further study in health or related fields, or step into entry-level employment opportunities. Set yourself up for success with the General Education for Adults (Health Stream) – your first step into the world of health education.
This course is designed as a pathway to Certificate IV and Diploma level studies in vocational education.Possible career outcomes
- Employment at entry level
Applications & attendance
How to apply
- Follow our instructions for how to apply for a course.
- 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.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 February Geelong City Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2025 Close: 20 Jan 2026 |
Class Day | Part Time | Tue, Wed & Thur I 9am - 3pm | 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. 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 17 years and over at the time of course commencement.
- Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.
- 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.
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.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio | VU23817 | 20 |
| Research, implement and review a project | VU23818 | 30 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Communicate and work in health or community services | CHCCOM005 | 30 |
| Create complex texts for learning purposes | VU23825 | 30 |
| Create complex texts to participate in the workplace | VU23826 | 30 |
| Engage with complex texts for employment purposes | VU23821 | 30 |
| Engage with complex texts for learning purposes | VU23820 | 30 |
| Participate in complex spoken interactions | VU23823 | 20 |
| Work in a team | PUATEA001 | 20 |
| Work with number and algebra in less familiar situations | VU23830 | 50 |
| Work with statistics and probability in less familiar situations | VU23829 | 50 |
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
- Product (reports, projects, role plays etc)
- Presentations
Fees
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession Tuition | AUD $0.53 | per hour | 340 |
AUD $180.00 | AUD $3,225.00 |
| Standard Tuition | AUD $2.65 | per hour | 340 |
AUD $901.00 | AUD $3,225.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $10.43 | per hour | 340 |
AUD $3,546.00 |
|
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Levy | AUD $51.00 |
|
Charged at enrolment | ||
| Resources | AUD $220.00 | 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 & 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.