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VETiS

Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS)

What is VET in Schools?

VET in Schools refers to Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses undertaken as part of school studies. About one third of Australia’s senior secondary students are enrolled in a VET in Schools course.
VET in Schools courses enables students to earn credit towards a recognised VET qualification while they complete the general education curriculum or work toward a VCE or VCAL. Students in Year 10 at Irymple Secondary College have the opportunity to study VET courses.

With VET in Schools, you can:
• combine a vocational pathway with your studies 
• complete (or work towards) a Certificate I, II or III, or sometimes even a Certificate IV qualification
• keep your options open to pursue further vocational education (such as courses at a Technical and Further Education institute), or move into higher education (such as undertaking courses at university).

VET qualifications, or the credit towards a qualification, are recognised by industry across Australia under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Some VET in Schools students are also Australian School-based Apprentices.

Students enrolled in VETiS may also combine study and employment through School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships which allow students to do an apprenticeship or traineeship while they undertake their VCE or VCAL.

Current VETiS courses offered through Irymple Secondary College

The information provided below is taken from the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority or the Victorian Skills Gateway – see http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Pages/vet/programs/index.aspx or http://www.education.vic.gov.au/victorianskillsgateway) for further details relating to specific courses.

1. Certificate II in Automotive: This is a work ready pre-employment course designed to meet the needs of students wishing to pursue a career in the automotive industry through study pathway options to an apprenticeship or higher education. Automotive industry sectors include: automotive mechanical and electrical, vehicle body panel beating, spray painting, trimming and making; and vehicle engine reconditioning.
    
2. Certificate II in Building and Construction: This course offers students prevocational training in the building and construction industry. The VCE VET program is designed to give students the opportunity to gain experience across a number of building trades including bricklaying, carpentry, painting and decorating, wall and ceiling lining, wall and floor tiling and solid plastering.
    
3. Certificate III in Children’s Services: This qualification covers workers who use organisation policies, procedures and individual children's profiles to plan activities and provide care to children, facilitating their leisure and play and enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes. Depending on the setting, workers may work under direct supervision or autonomously. Occupational titles may include: child care assistant, play group supervisor, family day care worker, outside school hours care assistant, recreation assistant, nanny or mobile assistant.
    
4. Certificate III in Design Fundamentals: This qualification provides a pathway to a career in design. There are limited job outcomes at this level, though in areas such as graphic design and digital media there may be some employment opportunities in junior roles.
    
5. Certificate II in Equine: This is a state accredited curriculum which provides access to direct employment opportunities in the equine or equine related industries, principally as stable or stud hand or as an assistant. The VCE VET Equine Industry program enables students to gain recognised credentials and to make an informed choice of their vocation or career path.
    
6. Certificate II in Engineering: This provides pre-employment training and pathways in the engineering, manufacturing or other related industries. The VCE VET Engineering program enables students to gain recognised credentials and to make informed choices of vocation or career path.
    
7. Certificate II in Hairdressing: This qualification is for people who want to gain employment as a hairdressing salon assistant or hairdressing receptionist. It will also assist students in gaining employment as a hairdressing apprentice. The course provides an overview of the hairdressing industry and graduates will also acquire some practical skills in hairdressing. As part of the course, students will be required to complete one week of work in a hairdressing salon.
    
8. Certificate II in Hospitality: The VCE VET Hospitality program is drawn from a national training package and offers portable qualifications which are recognised throughout Australia. These qualifications provide students with the knowledge and skills to prepare them for a diverse range of occupations in the hospitality industry including commercial cookery, catering and food and beverage service.  See the VET Hospitality Course
    
9. Certificate II in Integrated Technologies: This is a state accredited curriculum which offers students prevocational training in the electrotechnology industry. The VCE VET program provides students with the knowledge and skills required by industry which encompass units in electrotechnology, telecommunications, information technology and security systems.
    
10. Certificate II in Plumbing: This course will equip students with skills and knowledge to enter the plumbing or building industries. It covers relevant material and equipment occupational health and safety procedures to ensure students work safely and effectively at a building site. This course provides an excellent introduction to the industry and is specifically designed to enhance building or plumbing apprenticeship prospects.
     
11. Certificate II in Retail: This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of activities and functions requiring basic retail operational knowledge and limited practical skills in a defined context. Work would be undertaken in various retail store settings, such as specialty stores, supermarkets, department stores and retail fast food outlets. Individuals may work with some autonomy or in a team but usually under close supervision.See the VET Retail Course
     
12. Certificate II in Retail Make-up and Skin Care: This qualification teaches students the skills to be competent in communicating in the workplace, interacting with customers, demonstrating and selling make-up and retail skin care products, and performing routine salon or store functions.