What does this course involve?
The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program is an alternative way of achieving a Year 11 certificate. This course is full time and includes study in literacy, numeracy, personal development skills and work related skills. You will undertake an industry-based strand which incorporats the Certificate II in Information Technology (ICA20105).
This course will develop your skills and knowledge that will enhance your employment prospects in the Information and Communications Technology related industries.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment opportunities in the Information and Communications Technology industry.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to enrol into the Certificate IV or the Diploma of Information Technology.
Can I apply?
- You must be at least 16 years old
- You must have successfully completed year 10
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Beginning of year
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Individual Interview
- Information Session/s An information session will be held on Wednesday 5 November 2008 at 6PM. Location: Auditorium, Building 4, Elgar Campus.
Length of course
Full time – 1 year (5 days a week)
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Project work
- Examination or testing
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.