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The VCE Vocational Major is a new two-year senior secondary program that sits within the VCE.
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Focused on putting practical life skills into action
in a real-world environment,
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and incorporating community-based
activities and teamwork,
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this program offers a pathway into apprenticeships, traineeships, further education, or directly into a job.
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You’ll study at least 16 units over
two years including the core units of
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Literacy, Numeracy, Work Related Skills
and Personal Development Skills.
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You’ll also complete 180 hours of
Vocational Education and Training at Certificate II level –
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choose what suits your interests, with elective subjects like Automotive, Health, or Hair and Beauty – it’s up to you.
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You can also choose other VCE units like
Biology or Business Management
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or gain credit through Structured Workplace Learning Recognition for on-the-job training or work placements.
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Assessments are made in class
with no external examinations,
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apart from the General Achievement Test
or any scored VET units you enrol in.
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The VCE Vocational Major develops a range of work-related and personal everyday skills you’ll need in life.
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It’s a good option if you prefer practical learning
and don’t need an ATAR when you finish school.
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Talk to your careers practitioner
to help choose a pathway that best suits you.
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It’s a good option if you prefer practical learning and don’t need an ATAR when you finish school.
Talk to your careers practitioner to help choose a pathway that best suits you.
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