Certificate II in General Education for Adults
Course Code 21773VIC
Duration 330 hours (nominal)
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Certificate II in General Education for Adults (CGEA) course is designed to further develop general education skills across a range of subjects. The course provides pathways into TAFE courses and employment.
Entry Requirements
Students entering at Certificate II level must show competence at Certificate I of the CGEA or equivalent in the elective modules in which they wish to undertake study.
Pathways
Students who successfully complete the course may go on to complete TAFE certificates, tertiary studies (mature age entry), bridging courses and apprenticeships. Credit transfer and articulation are possible in some courses.
Career Information
CGEA is a general education curriculum for adults, which provides access to further education and training at a number of points.
Assessment
Assessment methods include but are not restricted to:
* Student self assessment
* Teacher observation
* Reflective work journals
* Oral presentations
* Oral explanation of text
* Written text
* Discussion
* Debates
* Role Plays
* Folios of tasks or investigations
* Performing practical tasks
Study mode
This course is available on and off Campus through full time and part time study and may be customised to meet specific needs of a group or individual. The course provides maximum flexibility in the design of study sequences for learning pathways.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is the process of gaining formal recognition for skills and knowledge that have been obtained through work history, previous study and life experience. Skills Recognition is an assessment-only process - there is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process. Skills Recognition is made up of one or more of the following processes including credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
To find out more about Skills Recognition call 1300 GOTAFE (1300 468 233)
Fees
The standard hourly fee for this course in a Government subsidised place is $1.08.
A funded student can expect to pay no more than
$356.40 in tuition fees to complete this course.
Additional fees for student services, amenities, goods and materials may apply.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Please contact GOTAFE or see our fees and charges page for further information.
Campus |
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End |
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Fryers St, Shepparton |
18/02/13 19/02/13 |
15/07/13 15/07/13 |
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Wallis St, Seymour |
18/02/13 |
15/07/13 |
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To enquire about this course call 1300GOTAFE or click here.
Units of Study
| Core Skills - Numeracy and Mathematics - Choose 2 - 21773VIC | ||
| VU20814 | Investigate & use simple mathematical formulae and problem solving techniques in a range of contexts | |
| VU20812 | Investigate and interpret shapes and measurements and related formulae in a range of contexts | |
| VU20813 | Investigate numerical and statistical information in a range of contexts | |
| Core Skills - Reading - Choose 2 - 21773VIC | ||
| VBQU146 | Engage with texts of some complexity for employment purposes | |
| VBQU145 | Engage with texts of some complexity for learning purposes | |
| VBQU144 | Engage with texts of some complexity for personal purposes | |
| VBQU147 | Engage with texts of some complexity to participate in the community | |
| Core Skills - Writing - Choose 2 - 21773VIC | ||
| VBQU151 | Create a range of texts of some complexity to participate in the community | |
| VBQU149 | Create a range of texts of some complexity for learning purposes | |
| VBQU148 | Create a range of texts of some complexity for personal purposes | |
| VBQU150 | Create a range of texts of some complexity to participate in the workplace | |
| Core Units - Compulsory - 21773VIC | ||
| VBQU143 | Implement and review a project | |
| VBQU142 | Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio | |
| Elective Units - Computing Skills - 21773VIC | ||
| BSBITU101A | Operate a personal computer | |
| BSBITU201A | Produce simple word processed documents | |
| Elective Units - General - 21773VIC | ||
| ICPMM263C | Access and use the Internet | |
| HLTFA311A | Apply first aid | |
| HLTFA301B | Apply first aid | |
| ICPSU362C | Communicate as part of a work team | |
| BSBITU203A | Communicate electronically | |
| FDFOP1010A | Communicate workplace information | |
| BSBFLM303C | Conrtibute to effective workplace relationships | |
| BSBWHS201A | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | |
| BSBITU202A | Create and use spreadsheets | |
| BSBITU302A | Create electronic presentations | |
| VU20008 | Develop an action plan for career planning | |
| VPAU103 | Develop study skills | |
| VU20006 | Increase personal effectiveness | |
| BSBMED301B | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | |
| ICAICT106A | Operate presentation packages | |
| BSBWOR202A | Organise and complete daily work activities | |
| VPAU112 | Participate in a practical placement with support | |
| TLIE1003A | Participate in basic workplace communication | |
| VU20009 | Participate in job seeking activities | |
| SITHFAB012B | Prepare and serve espresso coffee | |
| VU20007 | Prepare for employment | |
| CHCCS211B | Prepare for work in the community sector | |
| TLIE2001A | Present routine workplace information | |
| FDFOP2064A | Provide and apply workplace information | |
| HLTAP301B | Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context | |
| CHCPOL403C | Undertake research activities | |
| BSBWOR204A | Use business technology | |
| VPAU107 | Use presentation skills | |
| ICAICT103A | Use, communicate and search securely on the internet | |
| CUECOR02C | Work with others | |
| BSBWRT301A | Write simple documents | |
| Elective Units - Numeracy & Mathematics - 21773VIC | ||
| Elective Units - Science - 21773VIC | ||
| VBQU181 | Investigate an environmental issue | |
| VBQU184 | Investigate energy, force and matter | |
| VBQU180 | Investigate the characteristics of living things | |
| VBQU183 | Investigate the chemical behaviour of common substances | |
| VBQU735 | Investigate the continuity of life | |
| VBQU179 | Investigate the impact of science in the community | |
| VBQU182 | Investigate the solar system | |
| Elective Units - Verbal Communication - 21773VIC | ||
| BSBCMM201A | Communicate in the workplace | |
| Elective Units - Work Related - 21773VIC | ||
| SITXOHS002A | Follow workplace hygiene procedures | |
| VBQU171 | Participate in a practical placement | |
| SITHFAB009A | Provide responsible service of alcohol | |
| SITXCOM002A | Work in a socially diverse environment | |
| PUATEA001B | Work in a team | |
| SITXCOM001A | Work with colleagues and customers | |
It may be necessary to cancel or postpone courses due to insufficient enrolments or funding changes.

