Certificate I in Transition Education is suitable for students with disabilities particularly those with individual learning needs.
The course aims to:
- Improve students life skills, communication and self confidence
- Promote and encourage students to become active participants in their community both in work and non work aspects of their lives
- Empower students to make life choices by providing learning that is experiential and relevant
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21671VIC
- Local Fees: fees and charges
Campus: Preston
Duration
Full-time: 1 or 2 years. (900 hours max.)
Part-time: available
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Successful completion of the Certificate I in Transition Education provides a general foundation after which participants can follow their own interests in choosing to undertake further accredited training, work opportunities or other adult pathways. Students who complete the Certificate I in Transition Education may move onto the following courses: 21672VIC Certificate I in Work Education 2112AFC Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Foundation) 2212AKC Certificate II in General Education for Adults Vocational electives at AQF levels I or II for this course can be chosen from any accredited courses / training packages. Students will therefore receive credit if they enrol in subsequent training programs that contain these modules / competencies: ICAITU133A Send & Retrieve Information Over the Internet Using Browsers & Email BSBCMN106A Follow Workplace Safety Procedures THHGHS03B Provide First Aid
Study Pathways at NMIT
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment at base level entry points into a wide variety of industries or may move into other appropriate adult options and or further training.
Entrance Requirements
Minimum age 15 years Have special learning needs (possibly associated with intellectual, learning, psychological disability). Be in search of an adult option Be interested in working in an NMIT-based program. Have the support of his or her family or advocate
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment need not take place at the end of every learning outcome and students may be assessed using an integrated approach. Learning outcomes may be grouped together and assessment of the module may be achieved through an activity that takes account of all learning outcomes. Assessment methods will respect the individual's learning style and may include: discussion demonstration oral questioning short answer practical exercise role play recorded report observation. Methods may be varied in response to specific needs of the learner. The integrity of the learning outcome and assessment criteria should be maintained.
Materials
Stationery, calculator, watch, protective clothing and footwear appropriate to vocational electives selected by student.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| VBP485 | Individual Learning Plan | 100 | Core |
| VBP486 | Personal Development | 100 | Core |
| VBP487 | Travel, Orientation and Mobility | 100 | Core |
| VBP488 | Exploring Adult Options | 150 | Core |
| VBP489 | Community Access | 100 | Core |
| BSBCMN106A | Follow Workplace Safety | 20 | Elective |
| ICAITU133A | Send and retrieve information over the internet using browsers and email | 25 | Elective |
| THHGHS03B | Provide First Aid | 25 | Elective |
| VBP490 | Functional Communication | 50 | Elective |
| VBP491 | Effective Personal Communication | 50 | Elective |
| VBP492 | Technology for Life | 50 | Elective |
| VBP493 | Sex Education | 50 | Elective |
| VBP494 | Driver Permits | 50 | Elective |
| VBP495 | Recreation and Leisure | 50 | Elective |
| VBP496 | Creative Options | 50 | Elective |
| VBP497 | Personal and Community Health | 50 | Elective |
| VBP498 | Voluntary Work | 100 | Elective |
| VBP499 | Functional Numeracy | 50 | Elective |
| VBP500 | General Writing Skills | 25 | Elective |
| VBP501 | Spelling Improvement Techniques | 25 | Elective |
| VBP502 | Letter Writing | 25 | Elective |
| VBP503 | Recreational Reading | 25 | Elective |
| VBP504 | Critical Reading | 25 | Elective |
| VBP505 | Technical Reading | 25 | Elective |
| VBP506 | Guides, Directories and Timetables | 25 | Elective |
| VBP507 | The Media | 50 | Elective |
| VBP508 | Fractions, Decimals and Percents | 25 | Elective |
| VBP509 | Computers for Learning | 25 | Elective |
| VBP510 | Environment | 25 | Elective |
**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
