Victorian Certificate of Education

Course code	2200LZV
Department	Community Access Centre
Course Location	Yallourn Campus
Course duration	Full time: Adults – 1 year, Students – 2 years Part time: 2 or more years Open Training: Available through the Distance Education Centre of Victoria On Line: Available only through Distance Education
delivery mode	On Campus
Starting date	Full time: 12 February 2008 Part time: 12 February 2008 Mid year intake year 11 unit 2
downloads	Course Information
Enquiries	Linda Harris t: (03) 5127 0213 | f: (03) 5133 6182 | e: lindah@gippstafe.vic.edu.au | PO Box 3279, GMC 3841

Course Description The Victorian Certificate of Education is a very important part of life for Victorian students, employers and government. This course is designed for adult learners and can be completed in one year, or over a longer period of time, depending on the individual circumstances of the student.
Qualifications and Recognition Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Victorian Certificate of Education.
employment prospects This qualification can provide a pathway to further study at TAFE or University, new careers, more satisfying work and personal achievement.
Entry requirements Students under 18 must have Year 10 or equivalent. Adults are eligible for mature age entry. Criteria may include an interview and past academic performance. Units successfully completed during prior VCE enrolments may be credited towards the certificate.
How to Apply If you are interested in studying VCE in 2008, contact the VCE Co-ordinator at GippsTAFE, Yallourn Campus to arrange a time for an interview. A course that best suits your needs can be arranged and the enrolment paperwork can be completed.
Assessment Assessment as prescribed by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority guidelines.
Opportunities for Further StudY Pathway to further tertiary study at either TAFE or University level.
Can prospective students enrol in individual modules? Yes
FEES Fees vary depending on the subjects. Fees discussed during the interview.
Course Structure The VCE Certificate can be obtained by adults on  the successful completion of 8 units which include any 2 units of English plus 3 Year 12 subjects.   

The VCE Certificate can be obtained by students on the successful completion of 16 units which include 3 units of English, with at least one unit at 3 or 4 level and 3 subjects at Year 12 level other than English.   

An Enter score is obtained by the successful completion of 4 subjects at Year 12 level.  Subjects being offered for 2007Year 11 (Units 1 & 2):  English, General Maths, Legal Studies, Psychology and Information Technology.
3 hour classes held once weekly during normal school terms. 

Year 12 (Units 3 & 4):  English, Further Maths, Legal Studies, IT Applications and Health and Human Development. 

Two classes of 2.5 hours held per week during normal school terms.