The VCAL Ticket to a Trade program is offered at Foundation, Intermediate and Senior level. Students will be enrolled in VCAL units (literacy, numeracy, personal development and work-related skills) in the first semester of 2010. On successful completion of Semester 1 students can apply for a range of pre-apprenticeship positions. They will then complete the pre-app application process for the Semester 2 intake of that particular pre-apprenticeship.
On successful completion of both Semester 1 VCAL and Semester 2 Pre-apprenticeship students will be eligible for their VCAL certificate as well as their pre-apprenticeship certificate.
This program will be repeated in Semester 2 with a new group commencing VCAL to become ready to apply for a pre-apprenticeship position for 2011.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21352VIC / 21353VIC / 21354VIC
Campus: Heidelberg
Duration
Full-time: 1 year
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
On completion, students may go onto further study, pre-apprenticeships or employment.
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the course will be eligible to apply for a range of TAFE courses, pre-apprenticeships, traineeships or employment.
Entrance Requirements
15 years + Have not completed Year 12.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment is on going and can occur at any time during the program. Assessment methods may include: a portfolio of accumulated evidence; teacher observation and/or checklists; evidence gained through projects or program participation; awards from recognised programs; self assessment inventories; oral and written work.
Materials
Material fee applies. Students need to supply basic stationery requirements. Some equipment may need to be purchased for industry specific modules.
Fees
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Download and complete application form.
Send to:
VCAL Co-ordinator
Youth Unit - NMIT
77 - 91 St. Georges Road
PRESTON 3072
Or contact the Youth Unit on phone 9269 8731 or 9269 8381
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
