VCAL - Victorian Certificate Of Applied Learning (Senior)

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Learn from industry professionals and develop valuable hair and beauty skills

Get started in the creative field of hair and beauty.

The VCAL - Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning is an accredited secondary certificate that includes industry training. You can complete Year 12 (Senior) over one year and move straight into a career or further study.
When you complete this course, you’ll also gain a full Certificate II in Salon Assistance pre-apprenticeship in hairdressing. This course also includes the design and application of makeup or photography

Please note that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements, to continue your learning journey, this program will be delivered remotely where possible.

Participants will be required to engage with learning material online and via video conferencing software rather than attend classes. Refer to our COVID-19 Online Service Standards for details of minimum technical requirements and support available. While it is expected that the course duration will remain unchanged, it may be necessary to extend the completion date if circumstances change. Chisholm will be monitoring the situation closely and inform of any changes if the duration of a course is extended.

If you have any queries on a course delivery please contact our student information centre on 1300 244 746 or enquiries@chisholm.edu.au.

Course code: VCALSEN001
On campus: Berwick TEC
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 1 year.
Start dates: Feb 2021

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During the course you’ll gain the skills of a first year hairdressing apprentice, such as hair styling, chemical removal and basin services. You will also build numeracy; literacy; personal development; and work related skills.

Experienced and passionate teachers will guide you through the program, which focuses on preparing you for further study in your area of interest. This nationally recognised qualification may lead to entry level employment in the hair and beauty field.

Once complete, you can extend your skills by studying Chisholm’s Certificate III in Beauty Services (SHB30115) or Certificate III in Hairdressing (SHB30416).

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
LIT032	Literacy skills senior oral communication
SHBHCLS001	Apply hair colour products
WRS032	Work related skills unit 2 (senior)
WRS031	Work related skills unit 1 (senior)
LIT031	Literacy skills senior reading & writing
SHBHBAS001	Provide shampoo and basin services
SHBHIND001	Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	VCAL - Victorian Certificate Of Applied Learning (Senior)	Certificate III In Beauty Services	Certificate III In Hairdressing
Possible job outcome	apprentice hairdresser make-up artist beauty technician	beautician Retail counter assistant	qualified hairdresser

Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

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Admission requirements

All applicants are required to have completed Year 11 and attend an interview, Students aged under 17 require a completed Transition from School form from their school

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Student eligible for government-subsidised training Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$321.00	$1602.00	N/A

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$815.00	$815.00	N/A
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$125	$250	N/A
Payable	$1261.00	$2667.00	N/A

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

Help with fees

Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.

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