Certificate I in Developing Independence
22615VIC
Length
6 Months (part time)
Certificate I in Developing Independence - 22615VIC
Course Overview
The Certificate I in Developing Independence supports the Education First Youth (EFY) Foyer program, designed to help young people who are homeless or in housing who need to stabilise their lives and achieve the transition to independence.
The course outcomes allow participants to:
- Build the skills, sense of self-worth, and personal vision needed to sustain participation in community youth support programs.
- Develop personal goals, attain basic employment-related skills, and achieve the fundamental competencies required for participation in learning environments, social groups, teams, work groups, and community life.
- Develop the confidence and capabilities required to successfully reengage with education, training, and employment.
The Certificate I in Developing Independence is a key component and driver of the EFY Foyer Model. The course fills a significant gap in the current education and training system by providing a formal and supportive environment for young people to develop core life management skills such as goal setting, planning, and dealing with conflict, as well as recognising and validating their existing skills, talents, and aspirations.
Careers & study pathways
Where can this course take me?
This course will help students develop the confidence and capacity to set goals, and gain skills and knowledge to pursue work, further education, and community involvement.
Further study
After successful completion of this course, students may wish to continue further study with:
- Senior secondary certificates such as VPC & VCE-VM.
- Entry-level vocational education and training qualifications, including traineeships and apprenticeships.
- Adult and community education programs.
Course details
Study units
Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.
This course required a total of 6 units: 6 core and 0 elective.
Core units
6 unit(s)
- VU23396 Recognise personal skills and capabilities
- VU23397 Build personal confidence
- VU23398 Create personal vision
- VU23399 Deal with conflict and stress
- VU23400 Develop and apply an education and career plan
- VU23401 Develop social competence
Before you begin
Entry requirements
GOTAFE entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:
- Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy and numeracy levels for the course are met.
- Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
While this course has been developed to specifically address the learning needs of young people 14 – 25 years old who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, there are no limitations to entry based on age, gender, physical ability, social, or educational background.
As a general guide, it is desirable for entrants to:
- Have the reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy skills equivalent to Australian Core Skills Framework Pre-Level 1. Learners with language, literacy, and numeracy skills at lower levels than those above may require additional support to successfully undertake the course.
- Possess reading and writing skills to complete name and address details accurately on an enrolment form. This can include copying information from one source to another.
- Be able to recognise personally relevant signs and symbols in a familiar environment, e.g., an exit sign, or stop sign.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
Fees and payments
Fees and costs
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:
- are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2024 and may change without notice.
- will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.
Course Fees consist of 3 different components:
- Student Tuition Fee - cover the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
- an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
- Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts, and booklets, e-Learning resources, and associated license access fees and excursions.
- Student Services Fee (SSF) - contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.
Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options
Student support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Learning support
A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.
Learn more about our learning support services
Library
Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.
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Jobs and study options
Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.
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Contingent Study Arrangements
Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.
Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.
Support for personal issues
We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.
Find out how the Student Experience Team can help you
Disability support
Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.
Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors
Counselling services
We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
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