The VCAL Ticket to a Trade program is offered through the Youth Unit, in conjunction with the Building Structures and Services Department.

This VCAL program is offered at Foundation, Intermediate or Senior level.

Students will be enrolled in VCAL units (literacy, numeracy, personal development and work-related skills) in the first semester of the program. On successful completion, students can apply for a range of pre-apprenticeship positions. They will then complete the pre-apprenticeship application process for the second semester intake of that particular pre-apprenticeship.

On successful completion of both the Semester 1 VCAL program 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 2012.

NMIT also offers other VCAL programs through the Youth Unit.

About the Course

Local Students
International Students

National Code: VCALFND001
Cricos Code:

Campus: Heidelberg

Duration

Full-time: 1 year
Course duration consists of one semester VCAL, one semester pre-apprenticeship.

Modes of Delivery

Other, Classroom

Further Study and Careers

Pathways to Further Study

On completion, students may go onto further study, pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships or employment.

Career Opportunities

Students who achieve a VCAL Certificate at Foundation level are able to move to a VCAL Intermediate course, a pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, a VET certificate or employment.

Entrance Requirements

Students must be at least 15 years old and have not completed Year 12. Applicants will be interviewed through October and November, with enrolment through December.

Materials

Assessment Methods

Assessment is ongoing 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

The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such services and amenities fees.

Fees for students commencing in 2012
Fees for students who commenced between 2009 and 2011