Certificate I in Work Education
 
National Code
:		 22128VIC
VTAC Code:
 
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area:
Occupational and Work Preparation;
Career Card:
 
Duration:
FT: 1 year
PT: 2 years
Intake Dates:
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What does this course involve?

If you experienced difficulty at school or need special education and training assistance, this course is designed for you.

The course will give you practical knowledge and skills and help you prepare for work or further study in a range of areas such as hospitality and tourism, office administration, retail, community care and small business. You will learn valuable communication skills, basic maths and how to find and apply for jobs. In the second half of the year students may be eligible to access a variety of Pathway programs.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with entry level employment opportunities in a range of occupations.

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition.

What further study options will I have?

You may be eligible to study a range of courses in hospitality, catering, office administration, retail, community services and trades.

Can I apply?

You must be 16 years of age (by 1 February in the year you begin the course).

How do I apply?

Direct entry - download and complete a Box Hill Insitute application form to apply for study in 2012.
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
  • Assessment of application

Length of course

Full time – 1 year
Part time – 2 years

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Take a Short Survey

This course is subject to Government subsidy for eligible students. Complete the eligibility survey now to see if you will receive government assistance for this course. If you are not eligible for government subsidy, the full fee will apply.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - contact the Institute
  2. Concession Tuition Fee - contact the Institute
  3. Service and Amenities Fee - $70 or $100
  4. Material Fees - contact the Institute
Full Fee

Full Fee - contact the Institute.

If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. 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.

 
Units of Competency

ICAU1133B
Send And Retrieve Information Using Web Browsers And Email
25.00 hr

This unit defines the competency required to complete basic internet search tasks as well as send and receive emails with attachments.

 

The following units are linked and form an appropriate cluster:

  • ICAS1193B Connect a workstation to the internet
  • ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
  • ICAU1129B Operate a word processing application
  • ICAU1213B Conduct on line transactions
  • ICAS2243B Detect and protect from spam and destructive software

 No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication

BSBOHS201A
Participate In OHS Processes
20.00 hr

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in workplace occupational health and safety (OHS) processes to protect workers own health and safety, and that of others.

TLIG107C
Work Effectively With Others
40.00 hr

This unit involves the basic skills and knowledge required to work effectively with others in a workplace including contributing to determination of appropriate work roles, contributing to the planning of activities, and working with others to complete the activities.

VBQU127
Work With Money, Time And Directions In Simple Everyday Situations
60.00 hr
VU20009
Participate In Job Seeking Activities
50.00 hr
VU20438
Develop An Individual Vocational Plan With Support
100.00 hr
VU20439
Develop Personal Management Skills For Work
80.00 hr
VU20440
Participate In Vocational Tasters/Activities
400.00 hr
VU20441
Participate In Practical Placement With Support
300.00 hr
VU20442
Develop Interpersonal Communications Skills For The Workplace
30.00 hr
The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. Tuition fees are charged at an hourly rate based on a unit’s total hours (degree courses excepted). All course level fees quoted are indicative annual fees only, based on the most common annual full time load for the course, or for part time and correspondence courses, an average annual student load. However annual fees may vary depending on the number and mix of units chosen at enrolment for study in the calendar year, including the number and mix of elective units chosen. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to an increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. Fee rates are correct at the time of publishing. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.