Course Overview
If you feel that VCE is not your thing, then our Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) course is an excellent alternative and provides you with a practical, hands-on option in Years 10, 11 and 12.
VCAL provides you with practical work-related experience with Vocational Education and Training (VET), as well as literacy and numeracy skills and the opportunity to build personal skills that are important for life and work. Our VCAL (Senior) course is suitable if you have completed Year 11, Intermediate VCAL or are wanting to finish your senior secondary certificate.
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Elective
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| BSBCRT311 | Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment (BSBCRT311) | 40 |
| CUAMPF211 | Perform simple musical pieces (CUAMPF211) | 70 |
| CUAMPF214 | Perform music from simple written notation (CUAMPF214) | 30 |
| CUAPAI211 | Develop painting skills (CUAPAI211) | 50 |
| CUAPPR211 | Make simple creative work (CUAPPR211) | 40 |
| ICTICT215 | Operate digital media technology packages (ICTICT215) | 40 |
| ICTWEB304 | Build simple web pages (ICTWEB304) | 40 |
| BSBCUS201 | Deliver a service to customers (BSBCUS201) | 40 |
| BSBIND201 | Work effectively in a business environment (BSBIND201) | 30 |
| BSBWOR204 | Use Business Technology (BSBWOR204) | 20 |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005) | 30 |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001) | 40 |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify And Respond To Children And Young People At Risk (CHCPRT001) | 40 |
| CHCVOL001 | Be an effective volunteer (CHCVOL001) | 25 |
| CPCCCM1015A | Carry Out Measurements And Calculations (CPCCCM1015A) | 20 |
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (CPCCWHS1001) | 6 |
| CUAACD201 | Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas (CUAACD201) | 60 |
| LIT031 | Literacy Skills Senior Reading and Writing (LIT031) | 100 |
| LIT032 | Literacy Skills Senior Oral Communication (LIT032) | 100 |
| NUM031 | Numeracy Skills Senior (NUM031) | 100 |
| NUM033 | Numeracy Skills Senior Unit 2 (NUM033) | 100 |
| PDS031 | Personal Development Skills Unit 1 (senior) (PDS031) | 100 |
| PDS032 | Personal Development Skills Unit 2 (senior) (PDS032) | 100 |
| SHBBMUP002 | Design and apply make-up (SHBBMUP002) | 45 |
| SHBBMUP006 | Design and apply creative make-up (SHBBMUP006) | 45 |
| SHBXIND002 | Communicate as part of a salon team (SHBXIND002) | 30 |
| SIRXMKT001 | Support marketing and promotional activities (SIRXMKT001) | 30 |
| SITHCCC001 | Use food preparation equipment (SITHCCC001) | 25 |
| SITHCCC002 | Prepare and present simple dishes (SITHCCC002) | 25 |
| SITHFAB005 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee (SITHFAB005) | 30 |
| SITXFSA001 | Use hygienic practices for food safety (SITXFSA001) | 15 |
| SITXWHS001 | Participate in safe work practices (SITXWHS001) | 12 |
| VU22022 | Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment (VU22022) | 100 |
| VU22023 | Perform basic setting out (VU22023) | 24 |
| VU22024 | Construct basic sub-floor (VU22024) | 48 |
| WRS031 | Work Related Skills Unit 1 (senior) (WRS031) | 100 |
| WRS032 | Work Related Skills Unit 2 (senior) (WRS032) | 100 |
How will I be assessed?
Assessment may be conducted via written, oral or practical methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Additional comments
VET Courses and areas will run subject to numbers. For further information on the individual VET programs visit the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority (VCAA) website.
What will I study?
VCAL consists of the following areas: Literacy, Numeracy, Personal Development Skills, Work Related Skills, Industry (VET). Students will be enrolled in a variety of units to increase their employability skills.
Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
To you check your eligibility click here.
Free TAFE and JobTrainer courses only: Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses. Please note that these tuition rates only apply to courses offered under the Free TAFE or JobTrainer schemes.
The fees listed below relate to 2022 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
Table 1
Enrolment type
Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#
Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#
Non-Apprentice
$1260.00
$252.00
$8748.00
Apprentice/Trainee
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
Table 2
Average course
material fees*
$140.00
Average course
consumable fees*
$220.00
# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.
Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
student contact hours
|
Total hours^
|
Indicative hours*
|
Government Subsidised $/SCH
|
Indigenous Concession $/SCH
|
Full fee $/SCH
|
|
1002
|
1002
|
$1.26
|
$0.25
|
$8.75
|
^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.
*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2022. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.
For more information about our fees structure, click here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Course and materials fees will vary. You may also be eligible for government subsidised training or other exemptions may apply. Actual fees will be assessed upon enrolment. For more information call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email your enquiry by clicking on the 'Enquire' button above.
Can I apply?
You must be at least 16 years of age and have completed Year 11, Intermediate VCAL or its equivalent. It is also recommended to have satisfactory literacy and numeracy skills. This will be determined by a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment at the time of your interview.
Where and how can I study?
You will study the VCAL units at our Broadmeadows or Richmond campus. Various VET programs are also run across a number of different campuses including Broadmeadows, Docklands, Richmond, Moonee Ponds and Essendon.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This VCAL course allows you to develop general skills which increase your eligibility for further study and employability in a variety of industries.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills which will increase your employability, such as literacy and numeracy, problem solving and organisational planning. This course will also provide you with basic knowledge and practical skills associated with working in various VET industries.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) at a Senior Level. You may also be eligible for a Certificate II or III in your chosen VET area.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Students will have the opportunity to progress to higher level studies at a Certificate III and Certificate IV level.
How do I apply?
You may apply online by clicking on the 'Apply Here' button above or call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au for more information.
How will I be selected for this course?
Applicants will need to attend an interview and also undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment to identify their appropriate VCAL level.