Certificate II in General Education for Adults

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Course Overview

The Certificate II in General Education for Adults is the recognised qualification for students wanting to undertake further study through TAFE or university.

This course will assist you in improving your reading, writing and numeracy skills in readiness for further education and training within the vocational education and training (VET) and university sectors. The class is delivered with a range of learning groups and you will be expected to work independently at times.

This course is delivered on campus.

Studying during COVID-19 Restrictions

We've had to make adjustments to how our courses are delivered due to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19. This means that we're currently offering a combination of delivery modes including online and flexible learning and, where we can, on-campus classes with strict social distancing in place.

Career Pathways

This course will give you the skills you need to succeed in an education environment, and opens up opportunities for further study in an area that interests you.

Further Study

After graduating, you might like to undertake further study in the 22474VIC Certificate III in General Education for Adults or seek employment.

Course Dates & Times

Seymour - Wallis Street

On Campus - Open from 02/02/2021 - Tue, Wed , Thu 3 days - 9am to 3:30pm/2021

On Campus - Open from 13/07/2021 - Tue, Wed , Thu 3 days - 9am to 3:30pm/2021

Shepparton - Fryers Street

On Campus - Open from 02/02/2021 - Tue, Wed , Thu 3 days - 9am to 3:30pm/2021

On Campus - Open from 13/07/2021 - Tue, Wed , Thu 3 days - 9am to 3:30pm/2021

Detailed Fee Information

1. Subsidised Standard

$730.00

2. Subsidised Standard (Concession)

$144.00

3. Full Fee

$3,561.00

Course Materials

$57.00

Student Services Fees (per year)

$70.00

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2021 and may change without notice.

Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.

Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:

Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
Excursions

Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, 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.

All students are required to pay an annual Student Services Fee (SSF) of $70.00. The Student Services Fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF does not apply to short course participants.

Further details on fees available

Entry Requirements

Training package entry requirements

There are no training package entry requirements or pre-requisites for this qualification.

GOTAFE preferred entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants must:

Attend an interview with the Course Coordinator.
Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course.
Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course.

Course Study Units

Core Units

VU22411

Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio

VU22412

Implement and review a project

VU22413

Engage with a range of complex texts for personal purposes

VU22414

Engage with a range of complex texts for learning purposes

VU22418

Create a range of complex texts for personal purposes

VU22419

Create a range of complex texts for learning purposes

VU22423

Investigate numerical and statistical information

VU22424

Investigate and use simple mathematical formulae and problem solving techniques

Elective Units

BSBCMM201

Communicate in the workplace

BSBITU201

Produce simple word processed documents

BSBWHS201

Contribute to health and safety of self and others

ICTICT103

Use, communicate and search securely on the internet

PUATEA001B

Work in a team

VU22415

Engage with a range of complex texts for employment purposes

VU22416

Engage with a range of complex texts to participate in the community

VU22420

Create a range of complex texts to participate in the workplace

VU22421

Create a range of complex texts to participate in the community

VU22422

Investigate and interpret shapes and measurements and related formulae

VU22429

Investigate features of Australian culture

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods may include:

Practical demonstrations
Written tasks
Oral assessments/presentations
Portfolios
Audio/visual records

Course Co-ordinator

Name: Judith Joy
Campus: Seymour

Anthony Rigoni
Campus: Shepparton

Attendance & Commitment

It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.

Students are encouraged to attend all face-to-face sessions and also complete some study at home, in their own time.

This course is delivered full-time over 6 months. Students attend 3 x 6-hr classes per week for 18 weeks. Classes are held in Shepparton and Seymour on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Where to From Here

If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or submit an enquiry through our website now and one of the team will be in touch.

Educational Support Services

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.

Student Support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.

Services include on campus supports and remote supports

Counselling
employment information
careers
activities etc.

Learn more about support services

Learner's Rights

Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.

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

Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.

Skills Recognition

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.

Certificate II in General Education for Adults

22473VIC