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

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: VCALINT001
On campus: Bass Coast, Mornington Peninsula
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 1 year.
Start dates: 3 Feb (Bass Coast), 4 Feb (Mornington Penisula).

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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
SITXFSA001	Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITHFAB005	Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHFAB007	Serve food and beverage
SITHIND003	Use hospitality skills effectively
SITXCCS003	Interact with customers
SITXWHS101	Participate in safe work practices
WRS021	Work related skills unit 1 (intermediate)
NUM021	Numeracy Skills Intermediate
WRS022	Work related skills unit 2 (intermediate)
LIT022	Oral communications
PDS022	Personal development skills unit 2 (intermediate)
PDS021	Personal development skills unit 1 (intermediate)
LIT021	Reading and writing

Career pathways

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

Skills recognition

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

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Admission requirements

Attendance at an interview and evaluation is required, Students aged under 17 require a completed Transition from School form from their school, Year 10 completed for VCAL Intermediate (Yr 11)

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Government subsidised 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)	$215.50	$1077.50	$6809.80

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$350.00	$350.00	$350.00
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$125	$250	$250
Payable	$690.50	$1677.50	$7409.80

*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 our 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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