VCAL - Victorian Certificate Of Applied Learning (Intermediate)

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VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning) is an accredited secondary certificate that includes industry training. You can complete Year 11 (Intermediate) over one year and move straight into a career or further study. When you complete this course, you will gain a full Certificate II in Hospitality (SIT20316).

During the course, you will gain industry specific training in Hospitality and also build numeracy, literacy, personal development and work related skills.

TIMETABLE:
Mornington Peninsula: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 9am-3.45pm.
Bass Coast: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 9am until 3:45pm

Course code: VCALINT001
Delivery location: Berwick TEC, Bass Coast
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 1 year.
Start dates: 21 February

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Experienced and passionate teachers, who are experts in working with young adults, will guide you through the program, which focuses on preparing you for Senior VCAL, moving into employment or further study. It is possible for students to continue with their current VETIS studies when transferring from a secondary school environment.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's South East.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
BSBITU201	Produce simple word processed documents
BSBCMM201	Communicate in the workplace
BSBWOR203	Work effectively with others
SITHIND002	Source and use information on the hospitality industry
SITXCOM002	Show social and cultural sensitivity
SITHFAB005	Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHFAB007	Serve food and beverage
SITXCCS003	Interact with customers
SITHIND003	Use hospitality skills effectively
WRS021	Work related skills unit 1 (intermediate)
SITXWHS101	Participate in safe work practices
SITXFSA001	Use hygienic practices for food safety
WRS022	Work related skills unit 2 (intermediate)
LIT022	Oral communications
PDS021	Personal development skills unit 1 (intermediate)
NUM021	Numeracy Skills Intermediate
PDS022	Personal development skills unit 2 (intermediate)
LIT021	Reading and writing

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	VCAL - Victorian Certificate Of Applied Learning (Intermediate)
Possible job outcome	catering assistant porter bar attendant cafe attendant

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Admission requirements

All applicants are required to attend an interview and must have completed Year 10 (or equivalent), Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of course commencement and complete a pre-training assessment for literacy and numeracy., 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)	$290.64	$1453.20	N/A

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$440.00	$440.00	N/A
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$130	$260	N/A
Payable	$860.64	$2153.20	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. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.

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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. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.

Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.

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