Further Education
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General Education for Adults
| Initial Course | 21770VIC |
| Introductory Certificate I | 21771VIC |
| Certificate I | 21772VIC |
| Certificate II | 21773VIC |
The Certificates in General Education for Adults (CGEA) are designed to provide students with general education skills in the areas of reading and writing, oral communication, numeracy and mathematics; along with modules which are called general curriculum options which may include computers, spelling and/or grammar.
The courses aim to provide learners with:
- an accredited general education course at AQF level I, 2 or 3
- skill development in reading, writing and numeracy
- skill development in a variety of areas to meet personal needs and facilitate participation in the community, or other workplace and further education and training
What employment opportunities will I have?
The courses develop workforce re-entry skills.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
The courses are designed to:
- Assist adults returning to study after a break from formal study
- Provide the opportunity to improve employability skills
- Help build the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to go on to further study
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Students can progress to VCE, Certificate IV, Diploma, or further education studies
Can I apply?
You can apply if you:
- Are over 18 years of age
- have been away from full-time education for at least 12 months
- can read basic texts like a newspaper and can write a paragraph
- wish to do further study
How will I be selected for this course?
There are no formal entry requirements for students wishing to undertake these courses. Students would be expected to have some competency in oral English language for the Certificate level I level.
All applicants will be asked to meet with a tutor for an initial assessment and placement interview.
The student’s skill level will determine at what level the program is entered.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of prior learning may be available based on skills and knowledge acquired by the applicant through previous study, as in articulation, informal or formal learning or from work and/or life experience.
| Course in Initial General Education for Adults 21770VIC |
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Course description
This course is for students with no previous contact with English, those returning to study after a long absence or those with elementary skills.
Course outline
| VBQU105 | Develop a learning plan and portfolio with support |
| VBQU106-109 | Core Reading Skills (3 of) |
| VBQU110-113 | Core Writing Skills (3 of) |
| VBQU114-116 | Core Numeracy and Mathematics Skills (2 of) |
| VBQU166 | Develop verbal communication skills |
| VBQU167 | Use computer language and perform simple computing tasks |
| VBQU168 | Access the internet for language learning |
Course Duration
Two terms.
Course Commencement Dates
Every Term.
Entrance Requirements
No formal entrance requirements.
| Certificate I (Introductory) in General Education for Adults - 21771VIC | |
Course description
This course is a beginner level course.
Course outline
| VBQU117 | Develop and document a learning plan and portfolio with guidance |
| VBQU118 | Conduct a Project with Guidance |
| VBQU119-122 | Core Reading Skills (3 of) |
| VBQU123-126 | Core Writing Skills (3 of) |
| VBQU127-129 | Core Numeracy and Mathematics Skills (2 of) |
Course Duration
Four terms.
Course Commencement Dates
Every Term.
Entrance Requirements
No formal entrance requirements.
| Certificate I in General Education for Adults 21772VIC |
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Course description
This course is a beginner level course.
Course outline
| BSBCMN106A | Follow Workplace Safety Procedures |
| TDTE497B | Prepare Workplace Documents |
| VBQU130 | Develop and Document a Learning Plan and Portfolio |
| VBQU131 | Plan and Undertake a Project |
| VBQU132 | Engage with Texts of Limited Complexity for Personal Purposes |
| VBQU134 | Engage with Texts of Limited Complexity for Employment Purposes |
| VBQU135 | Engage with Texts of Limited Complexity to Participate in the Community |
| VBQU136 | Create Texts of Limited Complexity for Personal Purposes |
| VBQU138 | Create Texts of Limited Complexity to Participate in the Community |
| VBQU139 | Work with Time, Money and Directions in Familiar Situations |
| VBQU141 | Work with Numerical and Statistical Information in Familiar Situations |
| VBQU173 | Explore Health and Well Being |
| VBQU174 | Explore the Environment |
| VBQU480 | Australian Government |
Course Duration
Four terms.
Course Commencement Dates
Every Term.
Entrance Requirements
No formal entrance requirements.
| Certificate II in General Educatiion for Adults 21773VIC |
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Course description
This is a post beginner level course.
Course outline
| VBQU142 | Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio |
| VBQU143 | Implement and review a project |
| VBQU144-147 | Core Reading Skills (2 of) |
| VBQU148-151 | Core Writing Skills (2 of) |
| VBQU152-154 | Core Numeracy and Mathematics Skills (2 of) |
| ELECTIVE STREAMS (1 of) | |
| Language, Literacy, Numeracy | |
| BSBADM302A | Produce texts from notes |
| FNSFLIT201A | Develop and use a personal budget |
| FNSFLIT202A | Develop and use a savings plan |
| Communication | |
| SRSCOP004B | Develop negotiation skills |
| BSBCMN203A | Communicate in the workplace |
| CUECOR02B | Work with others |
| FDFCORWCM2A | Present and apply workplace information |
| Science | |
| VBQU179 | Investigate the impact of science in the community |
| VBQU180 | Investigate the characteristics of living things |
| VBQU181 | Investigate an environmental issue |
| VBQU182 | Investigate the solar system |
| VBQU183 | Investigate chemical behaviour of common substances |
| VBQU184 | Investigate energy, force and matter |
| VBQU735 | Investigate continuity of life |
| Computing | |
| BSBCMN107A | Operate a personal computer |
| BSBCMN213A | Produce simple word processed documents |
| ICAU1133A | Send and retrieve information using web browsers and email |
| Work Skills | |
| BSBCMN211A | Participate in workplace safety procedures |
| THHGHS01B | Follow routine workplace hygiene procedures |
| THHBFB09B | Provide responsible service of alcohol |
| VBQU171 | Participate in a practical placement |
| PUATEA001A | Work in a team |
| THHCOR01B | Work with colleagues and customers |
| THHCOR02B | Work in a socially diverse environment |
| THHCOR01B | Work with colleagues and customers |
| THHGHS03B | Provide first aid |
| Retail | |
| SIRXCLM001A | Organise and maintain work areas |
| SIRXINV001A | Perform Stock Control Procedures |
| SIRXOHS001A | Apply Safe Working Practises |
| SIRXRSK001A | Minimise Theft |
| General- some of | |
| CHCICAB | Communicate with children |
| VBQM474 | Australian Environmental Issues |
| VBQM480 | Elections and Government |
| VBQM481 | The legal system |
| VBQM482 | Driving and owning a car |
| VBQM476 | The education system |
| VBQM478 | Arts in Australia |
| VBQM479 | Indigenous history |
| VBQM483 | Events in Australian History |
| VBQM484 | Investigating current issues |
Course Duration
Four terms.
Course Commencement Dates
Every term.
Entrance Requirements
No formal entrance requirements.
Learner pathways
Students who complete this certificate are eligible to commence advanced level English courses, the Certificate IV in Further Education or entry to other vocational education and training courses
| Individual Study Units | |
At MHLS we realise that not all students want to complete all of the streams listed for CGEA. In response to this, we have also packed the Certificate in General Education for Adults into small program options which have a specific focus.
These programs introduce clients to skills in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing plus areas of Grammar, Pronunciation and Vocabulary
