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RESPECT - RESPONSIBILITY - RESILIENCE
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND
TRAINING HANDBOOK 2018
www.ejehs.sa.edu.au
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS
The Edward John Eyre High School VET Handbook has been designed to provide an overview of Vocational Education and What is VET?......................................................................................................................................................................4
Training offerings available to our students, in support of the Pathways Counselling process. This information will be useful in Why study VET at School?.................................................................................................................................................4
planning for individual goals and aspirations for a future beyond school. Snap shot of VET in the SACE...........................................................................................................................................5
Edward John Eyre High School (EJEHS) works in partnership with TAFE SA to deliver over fifteen courses at Certificate II and Australian School Based Apprenticeship/Traineeships (ASBA) and the SACE.................................................................6
Certificate III qualifications as part of its commitment to Vocational Education and Training (VET). Supporting students to VET Recognition Register..................................................................................................................................................6
access VET at school is critical to ensuring students are equipped with the skills that meet the needs of our future workforce. VET for an Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranking (ATAR)..............................................................................................7
Examples of VET in the ATAR............................................................................................................................................7
EJEHS has always supported and prepared students for their pathways post school through a range of school based programs.
VET at Edward John Eyre High School...............................................................................................................................8
By offering students a platform to connect school with industry through quality VET programs can help school graduates meet
EJEHS VET Student Guidelines for Conduct ....................................................................................................................8
the higher demands of the workplace and a globally competitive environment.
VET Week Blocks...............................................................................................................................................................9
Our school prides itself on providing a breadth of curriculum offerings for our students. This enables students flexibility in Should I do a VET Course?............................................................................................................................................. 10
their subject choices and the opportunity to identify a subject package which may include a VET course that suits their needs. Work Placement............................................................................................................................................................. 11
When choosing subjects/courses, students should think about subjects that: Department of Communities and Social Inclusion Criminal (DCSI) History Check....................................................... 11
• align with future/career aspirations Stage 2 VET Workplace Practices................................................................................................................................... 11
• they enjoy studying VET Local Delivery for Regional Students...................................................................................................................... 12
• enable them to work to their strengths Accommodation options for VET Local Delivery Students............................................................................................ 12
• will challenge them and provide a number of broader options. Accommodation.......................................................................................................................................................... 13
This handbook guide is useful for students, parents/caregivers and pathways counselling staff to discuss study and career Food............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
planning, for further information, talk to one of our Student Pathways counsellors. Transport..................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Supervision while in Whyalla...................................................................................................................................... 13
VET application and interviews...................................................................................................................................... 14
Course Costings/Payment Arrangements....................................................................................................................... 15
EJEHS Students........................................................................................................................................................... 15
Regional/Local Delivery Students................................................................................................................................ 15
Areas of Study at Edward John Eyre High School........................................................................................................... 15
Examples of VET Supporting Educational Pathways...................................................................................................... 16
Certificate II Automotive Servicing Technology............................................................................................................. 18
Certificate II Construction Pathways.............................................................................................................................. 20
Certificate II Electrotechnology (Career Start)............................................................................................................... 22
Certificate II Engineering................................................................................................................................................ 24
Certificate II Music.......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Certificate II Salon Assistant........................................................................................................................................... 28
Certificate III Hospitality (Kitchen Operations Stream).................................................................................................. 30
Certificate III Allied Health Assistance............................................................................................................................ 32
Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care........................................................................................................ 34
Certificate III Health Services Assistance....................................................................................................................... 36
Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing)...................................................................................................................... 38
Certificate III Fitness....................................................................................................................................................... 40
Certificate III Sport and Recreation................................................................................................................................ 42
Certificate III Media........................................................................................................................................................ 44
Certificate III Tourism..................................................................................................................................................... 46
Term 1 Week 2 2017 Induction Day for all VET Students at TafeSA, Whyalla
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WHAT IS VET? SNAP SHOT OF VET IN THE SACE
Vocational Education and Training (VET) enables students to acquire skills and knowledge for work through a As part of their SACE, students can complete Vocational Education and Training (VET) that is within the AQF
nationally recognised industry-developed training package or accredited course. VET is delivered, assessed, and (Australian Qualifications Framework). The SACE Board’s recognition arrangements enable students to build
certified by registered training organisations (RTOs). meaningful pathways in the SACE through VET.
Undertaking VET may benefit students’ exploration of a variety of career pathways; it is not just reserved for a pathway • Students can gain up to 150 of their 200 SACE credits at Stage 1 and/or Stage 2 from VET.
within the trades (e.g. plumbing, automotive, and construction). Students can complete VET qualifications in a • Completed Certificate III (or higher) will contribute to 1 subject in the calculation of an Australian
diverse range of industries, including business administration, veterinary nursing, aged care, or sport and recreation. Territory Admissions Ranking (ATAR).
• VET within SACE aims to help student to make a successful transition from school to further education,
training, and or employment.
WHY STUDY VET AT SCHOOL? The recognition arrangements for VET in the SACE include recognition of:
• completed qualifications
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is designed to expand opportunities and pathways for senior secondary
• partly completed qualifications (for which a student has completed one or more units of competency).
students, and improve educational outcomes in line with Edwards John Eyre High Schools and state government
objective to increase the number of students achieving their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE). The SACE Board recognises VET that:
• is listed on the www.training.gov.au website
• is delivered and assessed by, or under the auspices of, registered training organisations (RTOs), which are
registered to deliver and/or assess the VET qualification
• is delivered and assessed in accordance with the VET Quality Framework
VET AND THE SACE • can be certified on a transcript, statement of attainment, or qualification issued by an RTO.
‘C’ Grade or better
Stage 1 or Stage 2
Numeracy 10 credits ‘C-’ Grade or better
Stage 1 Personal Stage 2 Research
10 10 Project 10 credits
Learning Plan 10 credits 10
Stage 1 or Stage 2 20 Stage 2 Subjects
Literacy 20 credits and/or Courses
60
60 credits
90
Stage 1 or Stage VET can be used in
2 Subjects and/or these areas for up
Courses 90 credits to 150 credits
SACE = 200 credits
Requirements Stage 1 = 10 credits
Requirements Stage 1 or Stage 2 = 30 credits
Requirements Stage 2 = 70 credits
Additional choices = 90 credits
SACE Completion graph Certificate III Sport and Recreation students during Adelaide Oval Tour
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AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEESHIPS (ASBA) VET FOR AN AUSTRALIAN TERTIARY ADMISSIONS RANKING (ATAR)
AND THE SACE
School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (ASBAs) combine schooling at the senior secondary level (normally VET can count towards tertiary entrance for university and TAFE. Completed Certificate III (or higher) will contribute
Years 10, 11 & 12) with training and employment. to 1 subject in the calculation of an Australian Territory Admissions Ranking (ATAR).
Planned learning in school and work is balanced between the needs of the student, the employer and the school, The three South Australian universities, TAFE SA, and Charles Darwin University (Northern Territory) have
and allows the students to study for SACE at the same time as commencing and/or completing a nationally determined that Recognised Studies may contribute to an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) and a TAFE
recognised vocational training qualification as a paid employee. SA Selection Score.
Every unit of competency that forms part of an ASBA Training Plan is allocated a certain number of ‘nominal For completed VET qualifications to count as Recognised Studies, they must be:
hours’. For every 70 hours completed a student will gain 10 credits towards their SACE. Whether or not this • Certificate III level (or higher) in the AQF (Australian Quality Framework)
can be counted as Stage 1 or Stage 2 credit will depend on the Certificate being completed. Generally, (but not • Recognised in the SACE at Stage 2 for at least 10 credits
always) Certificates I or II will count as Stage 1 credits and Certificates III or higher will count as Stage 2 credits, this Recognised Studies, including VET, can only count to a maximum of 20 credits in an ATAR and/or a TAFE SA Selection
information can be found via the VET recognition register on the SACE Board’s website. Score. Students also need to satisfy all other university entrance criteria.
Most students undertaking an ASBA will do less classroom subjects than their peers. This is because they are
gaining SACE credits form their ASBA and do not need the credits from mainstream subjects. The extra study lines
they have at school can be used for completing any workbooks they may have as part of their ASBA or completing EXAMPLES OF VET IN THE ATAR
school based subject work missed on work days.
Student A: wants to go to • Year 11 - Completes Certificate III Individual Support
• Year 12 - Studies four subjects
VET RECOGNITION REGISTER university to become a Nurse
is searching for a high ATAR. In term 3 identify their worst subject and withdraws, Example
The SACE Board publish the VET Recognition Register to show, for each VET qualification listed, the: English Predicted score 17
• Maximum and minimum number of SACE credits that students could expect to earn by completing the PE Predicted score 18
qualification. Legal Studies Predicted score 12
• SACE level (Stage 1 and/or Stage 2) at which credits earned for the qualification will be recognised for Biology Predicted score 17
SACE purposes. The VET Recognition Register does not show every VET qualification available through the Research Project Predicted score 8
VET sector Withdraw from Legal Studies. Use the Certificate III as the fourth subject
However, the SACE Board will recognise any VET that is listed on the www.training.gov.au website. which will count as the average of English, PE and Biology score. That is
Students’ VET achievements are formally certified by transcripts, statements of attainment, and/ or nationally 17.3.
recognised qualifications (for completed certificate) awarded by RTOs. Student goes from score 72 to a score of 77.3
For more information about VET and to check the VET Recognition Register, visit Student B: has identified that • Not highly motivated with many subjects but has shown an interest in
https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/vet/vet-coordinators/vet-recognition-register they want to complete their SACE becoming a Personal Trainer.
• By undertaking a Certificate III in Fitness they will obtain 60 Stage 2
and then seek employment credits towards their SACE.
Student C: wants to • In Year 11 they completed a range of subjects to support a broad range
achieve a high ATAR to attend of pathways.
• To support earning a higher ATAR score in Year 12 the student enrols
University to get into Human
in Certificate III Sport and Recreation. This program also allows Stage
Movement at University. 2 Work Place Practices to be completed as part the course with little
additional work for the student. Allowing two ATAR scores to be gained
from the four required.
Example: PE, Certificate III Sport and Recreation, VET Work Place Practice,
Biology
This allows the student to focus on 3 subjects throughout the year
instead of the traditional four.
Students taking a break during the VET Induction Day held in Term 1 at TafeSA, Whyalla
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VET AT EDWARD JOHN EYRE HIGH SCHOOL EJEHS VET STUDENT GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCT (CONTINUED)
Edward John Eyre High School works in partnership with TAFE SA to deliver a variety of Certificate II and Certificate III TRAVEL IN PRIVATE VEHICLES TO AND FROM VET COURSES PROGRAMS
qualifications as part of its commitment to Vocational Education. • Students who drive themselves, take student passengers or are a passenger with another student must
have signed consent from parents/caregivers (using the Travel in Private Vehicles form).
These qualifications are provided through two main delivery models:
1. On line within the standard school structure – students access the qualification on a regular weekly basis as they WORK PLACEMENT
would for a SACE accredited subject. • Students undertaking Work Placement as part of their VET courses must ensure they have a Workplace
2. Week Blocks - Students access the qualification on set weeks (identified below). In addition, students have up to Learning Agreement Form signed by all parties (student, parent/caregiver, workplace provider and School
3 contact points per week which is known as the Line 7 support structure for VET. Principal).
The contact points consisit of: DRESS STANDARDS
• Study Session - EJEHS students only • Students should always be presented appropriately for the VET course they are undertaking: dress/
• TAFE SA facilitated session Video conference, face to face, phone or skype) uniform/wearing of name badges so that they can be identified as VET courses students. If the VET course
• EJEHS support teacher session - External Student and EJEHS Students does not have a required uniform then full school uniform is expected to be worn to all VET sessions.
MANAGING GRIEVANCES/CONCERNS
EJEHS VET STUDENT GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCT • Students are encouraged to discuss any grievances or concerns regarding their VET courses with their VET
teacher/trainer, and /or VET Manager.
Students enrolled in Edward John Eyre High School VET have a responsibility to meet a code of conduct that is based
on safe, considerate behaviour and a respect for others. Students and Parent/Caregiver must agree to and sign the • Students who do not comply with the EJEHS VET Student Guidelines for Conduct can be removed from
EJEHS VET Student Guidelines for Conduct agreement as a part of the VET Application and Selection process. their progam.
The agreement covers the following elements:
VET WEEK BLOCKS
ATTENDANCE
• Students need to notify EJEHS and TAFE SA (or workplace provider in the case of Work placement) if they are VET week blocks and line 7 support structures for VET provides an intensive face to face delivery model by TAFE
going to be absent from any VET session, this should be done as early as possible on the day or if possible, SA lecturers whilst providing additional support outside of these week blocks by EJEHS staff.
in advance. EJEHS have committed to not commencing any new work or topics, conducting tests or have assignments due
• EJEHS support session must be attended if the student is located in Whyalla. during VET week blocks. This model has proven to maximise successful outcomes for students in both their VET
studies and other school based subjects.
KEEPING UP WITH OTHER SCHOOL COMMITMENTS
• It is the students’ responsibility to keep up with work missed while participating in VET courses.
WEEK BLOCKS YEAR 1 WEEK BLOCKS YEAR 2
• It is the students’ responsibility to catch up on any work missed due to absence but should seek support from
EJEHS support teacher or Trade School staff as required. Orientation Wk. 2 Term 1 (Thursday and Friday only)
• It is the student’s responsibility to monitor assessments and apply for extensions when required. Block 1 - Wk. 9 Term 1 (Monday to Friday) Block 1 - Wk. 9 Term 1 (Monday to Friday)
WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY EXPECTATIONS Block 2 - Wk. 5 Term 2 (Monday to Friday) Block 2 - Wk. 5 Term 2 (Monday to Friday)
• Personal Protective Equipment and appropriate clothing for course should be worn at all VET sessions.
Block 3 - Wk. 2 Term 3 (Monday to Friday) Block 3 - Wk. 2 Term 3 (Monday to Friday)
• Students should follow instructions regarding signing in/out, Work Health and Safety and emergency
procedures while attending all VET course delivery. Block 4 - Wk. 9 Term 3 (Monday to Friday) Block 4 - Wk. 9 Term 3 (Monday to Friday)
• Students (and parents/caregivers) should provide to EJEHS up-to-date emergency contact and medical Block 5 - Wk. 2 Term 4 (only for Trade based qualification)
information (using the Student Enrolment and Medical form).
BEHAVIOUR EXPECTATIONS
S tudents must follow the behaviour expectations of the VET course guidelines for conduct (or workplace provider in
the case of Work Placement):
• Demonstrate respect for property
• Arrive and leave on time
• No smoking or drug use
• No bullying or harassment
Certificate II Engineering students during their VET Week Block.
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SHOULD I DO A VET COURSE? WORK PLACEMENT
When considering a VET course or ASBA as part of your SACE, EJEHS suggest you consider the following: Students who undertakes a VET course at EJEHS are required to complete a minimum of 35 hours of work
placement in a relevant industry sector to their VET course. Some courses will require a higher amount of work
IDENTIFY A POSSIBLE CAREER PATHWAY, BY: placement which will be specified in the course descriptor, for example; Certificate III in Early Childhood Education
• Completing your Personal Learning Plan (PLP). and Care requires 120 hours of work placement which will be organised by TAFE SA. For all other work placement,
• Undertaking Career Conversations with the DECD Student Pathways Team. you will be supported through the Trade School or your home school.
• Talk to your parents, caregiver, teachers and others about options.
• Undertake an online career profile: www.myfuture.edu.au or www.ejehscareerhub.com
To help you identify if you are making a good choice about a VET program, work placement is a valuable part of the
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITIES AND SOCIAL INCLUSION CRIMINAL
process. (DCSI) HISTORY CHECK
ARRANGE WORK PLACEMENT: If you are applying for one of the following courses you will need to apply for your DCSI checks prior to starting
• Identify an employer which is relevent to your career pathway and course. your course:
• Work with your school to arrange work placement as you are required to undertake work placement induction • Allied Health Assistance
and DECD paperwork before attending a placement. • Health Services Assistance
• Ask lots of questions while your at work placement to help with your decision making. Also collect written • Individual Support
feedback from the employer about your work placement. • Education Support
• Early Childhood Education & Care
After completing work placement if you have decided that you would still like to persue the identified pathway, apply • Industry Pathways Program
to undertake the relevent VET course.
These can be applied for via your school at a cost of $15.00 and should be applied as you as you have been
APPLY FOR VET COURSE: accepted in to your chosen course. Contact EJEHS Career Hub for further detail.
Things to consider before applying:
• Can you work in an adult learning environment?
• Will the cost of the course impact your decision?
STAGE 2 VET WORKPLACE PRACTICES
• Can you undertake the required work placement hours? Once students are accepted into A VET program at Edward John Eyre High School, they well be provided the
option of enroling into Stage 2 Workplace Practices.
VET Applications open via Web Preferences week 8 term 2, VET interviews commence from week 9 term 2.
This subject is aligned to each VET programs to allow students a second subject to use in support of their ATAR or
SACE completion.
The program is delivered by their teacher in conjunction with their TAFE SA lecturer within a flipped learning
environment. It is aligned directly to their chosen VET pathway and utilises a variety of experiences including Work
placement.
Ongoing support and intervention is provided to students throughout the duration of their enrolment ensuring
they have every opportunity to gain the highest possible result.
Certificate III Allied Health Assistance students during a practical session. Certificate II Construction student during Week Block.
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VET LOCAL DELIVERY FOR REGIONAL STUDENTS ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS FOR VET LOCAL DELIVERY STUDENTS
Students from other schools can access the full range of VET courses offered through EJEHS: this can be facilitated (CONTINUED)
in two ways: In an attempt to keep costs low for regional students accessing VET courses via local delivery in Whyalla for 2017,
• Student enrols at EJEHS as a 0.2 enrolment (if the student is overloaded this will not affect the FTE EJEHS will cover the cost of teacher supervision with the Local Delivery or 0.2 enrolment fee collected for each
enrolment at their home school. Enrolment must be completed before census day) or enrolment.
• VET Local Delivery Agreement is entered in to with the student’s home school. To ensure EJEHS staff provide individualised support to each VET local delivery student, a range of forms will need
Local Delivery Students are supported by EJEHS through: to be completed prior to each VET week block:
• Initial introduction to parent/caregivers and home school by EJEHS support teacher • Emergency Contact details form
• Weekly contact by EJEHS support teacher in support of course completion Which will include identifying the date and time students arrive and leave Whyalla and mode of transport
• Intervention support with TAFE SA Permission for free time while in Whyalla
• Accommodation and Supervision for week blocks • Medical information form
• Provide students reports for their VET
Term 1 & 3: ON TRACK or OFF TRACK and Progress Indicators. ACCOMMODATION
Term 2 & 4: ON TRACK or OFF TRACK, Progress indicators, a comment and an academic transcript. Parent/caregivers will need to cover the cost of the Uni SA accommodation if they choose to stay at the facility, cost
of $25 per day; the home school will be invoiced for the total cost after each block and then will recoup the cost from
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS FOR VET LOCAL DELIVERY STUDENTS parent/caregivers individually.
EJEHS have a partnership with Uni SA to offer Local Delivery students accommodation at the Uni SA Student FOOD
Accommodation facilities located on Russel Street, Whyalla Norrie SA. Students have access to individual bedrooms, EJEHS recommend students are provided $25 per day for food. The supervising teacher will take all students to
share bathrooms and common kitchen and living spaces. the supermarket/shops to purchase their individual food supplies; alternatively they can bring food supplies with
them.
TRANSPORT
Home schools, students and families will need to arrange for students to get to Whyalla where an EJEHS staff
member will greet them at an individually agreed time and place. Once the student has arrived in Whyalla, the staff
member will provide transport to accommodation and around Whyalla for things such as food and any activities
that students may wish to complete. During the course of the week EJEHS will transport students around Whyalla.
This will include to and from their accommodation, shops for food and any other time that students need to be
taken somewhere. Some courses will require transport to the TAFE SA Port Augusta campus and students will be
advised when this is a required part of their studies/program.
SUPERVISION WHILE IN WHYALLA
Room 3 Room 4 Room 5 Room 6 Students are provided supervision at all times by an EJEHS staff member or TAFE SA lecturer while in Whyalla,
unless permission for free time has been granted by the parent/guardian. EJEHS recommends that students have
access to free time after their daily TAFE SA sessions has finished, until 6pm. This gives students an opportunity
to shop independently, visit the gym, go for a walk or go to the library, etc. Permission forms will be provided to
parents/guardians as part of the enrolment process.
Room 2 Room 1 Room 8 Room 7
Front Entrance
University of South Australia (Whyalla Campus) dormitory plan.
Students in dormitory accommodation at Whyalla Campus.
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VET APPLICATION AND INTERVIEWS COURSE COSTINGS/PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS
EJEHS STUDENTS The majority of VET courses have a cost associated for either TAFE SA costs, PPE, tools or travel. Please check the
1. Students follow the process for identifying a VET course. course descriptions in this handbook for indicative course costs.
• Student and Parent gain information about VET courses via: SACE/VET Night, Career/Subject Expo, Career
Conversation, EJEHS resources and contact with the Trade Training Centre. EJEHS STUDENTS
2. Home group/Mentor teacher support students to complete EJEHS Web preferences.
3. Letter sent to student and parent acknowledging their expression of interest in a VET course and inviting them EJEHS enrolled students will be required to cover the costs as identified in the course descriptors.
to attend a VET Interview. Students and Parents/Caregivers will be required to sign a commitment to pay form as part of the subject selection
4. Student and parent attend VET interview: process. Enrolment into their chosen program can not occur until this form is completed.
Bring to interview: Payment plans with both TAFE and EJEHS can be negotiated.
• 250 word Student Statement
• VET Enrolment form
• USI or Medicare card and School report REGIONAL/LOCAL DELIVERY STUDENTS
5. EJEHS VET selection group make recommendation regarding student’s applications to participate in a VET Regionally enrolled student’s costings and payment options are at the discretion of their home school.
course. TAFE SA provides payment plan options if required please contact TAFE SA to arrange.
6. Letter of offer sent to successful applicants including:
• Form A AREAS OF STUDY AT EDWARD JOHN EYRE HIGH SCHOOL
• Commitment to Pay
• Code of Conduct Forms to be completed and returned. Certificate II Automotive Servicing Technology
Certificate II Construction Pathways
7. TAFE SA application process: Form B, TAFE SA Registration form and Proof of Identification forms signed by
student and parent. Certificate II Electrotechnology (Career Start)
Certificate II Engineering
8. Letter sent detailing the course structure, training plan, PPE and Uniform requirements and block week and
weekly contact. Certificate II Music
Certificate II Salon Assistant
REGIONAL/LOCAL DELIVERY STUDENTS Certificate II Kitchen Operations
EJEHS will support the process and recommendations of the home school of the regional/local delivery students Certificate III Hospitality (Kitchen Ops Stream)
regarding undertaking a VET course to support the students SACE pathway. Certificate III Allied Health Assistance
The Home school ensure all students have been identified by Week 10 Term 3 which will allow EJEHS to enrol the Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care
student with TAFE SA and communicate with students, parents and the home school. Certificate III Health Services Assistance
Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing)
The follow steps are required:
Certificate III Fitness
1. Home school identifies a students would like to undertake a VET course as part of their SACE.
Certificate III Sport and Recreation
2. 250 word Student Statement and VET Enrolment to be completed and sent to EJEHS. Certificate III Media
3. Letter of offer sent to applicants including: Certificate III Tourism
• Form A, Commitment to Pay, Code of Conduct Forms to be completed and returned.
4. TAFE SA application process: Form B, TAFE SA Registration form and Proof of Identification forms signed by student
and parent.
5. Letter sent detailing the course structure, training plan, PPE and Uniform requirements and block week and
weekly contact.
Home school to be included in all communication to students and parents.
Certificate II Kitchen Operations student during a practical session. at Edward John Eyre High School Certificate III Fitness students during a training session in Whyalla.
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EXAMPLES OF VET SUPPORTING EDUCATIONAL EXAMPLES OF VET SUPPORTING EDUCATIONAL
PATHWAYS PATHWAYS (CONTINUED)
JAMIE MATSEN LACHLAN KANE
SCHOOL LEAVER YEAR 12
EDWARD JOHN EYRE HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE III IN SPORT AND EDWARD JOHN EYRE HIGH SCHOOL
RECREATION CERTIFICATE III AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING SCHOOL-BASED
18-year-old Jamie Matsen has had a successful start to 2017. She has reached APPRENTICESHIP
her school leaver goal of gaining a place in University in Adelaide. EMPLOYER: CLAYTON AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHERS, WHYALLA
Last year, Jamie completed a Certificate III in Sport and Recreation as part of the Lachlan commenced his School based Apprenticeship in March 2016 after
Edward John Eyre High School’s Community Sports program, which contributed working the School based Apprenticeship broker.
to her ATAR and ultimately allowed her to get a spot in her first preference at Lachlan has grown up around cars as his father is a qualified Sprayer.
university.
Lachlan enjoys practical hands on work, working on cars, meeting people and is
“I heard about the Certificate III from my Community Sports teacher and it grateful for the opportunity to commence his trade pathway while also completing
sounded like a good idea.” Jamie says that the course was easy to get into and his secondary schooling.
the workload was a good balance between attending the three study blocks and
Lachlan attends work two days per week and three days at school working towards
her school work.
completing his SACE.
“My teacher was very helpful, and the trade school staff were really supportive
Lachlan said “It is hard work! You need to keep yourself safe at work but if you
too. The course helped give me confidence in a lot of things and heaps of
are one hundred percent committed to the trade and school you will enjoy every
knowledge about Health and Fitness.“
moment”.
Jamie has moved to Adelaide and starts university in the next couple of weeks,
studying Human Movement and Food and Nutrition, saying that “The Certificate
III helped me choose the university degree that I wanted to do and gave me
more options”.
She hopes to become an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist as a
result of her studies and is really looking forward to what the future holds.
Good luck Jamie.
SAVANNA HIGGINS JORDAN HENDERSON-EWINGS
YEAR 12 YEAR 12
EDWARD JOHN EYRE HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE IV BUSINESS SCHOOL EDWARD JOHN EYRE HIGH SCHOOL
BASED TRAINEESHIP CERTIFICATE II WAREHOUSING SCHOOL-BASED TRAINEESHIP
EMPLOYER: WHYALLA AGED CARE (WACI) EMPLOYER: REECE PLUMBING CENTRE, WHYALLA
Savanna is seeking a long term career in health administration. Jordan commenced his school based traineeship with Whyalla Reece Plumbing
Centre in February 2016, after working with the School Based Apprenticeship
After completing two weeks of work experience with WACI she was offered Broker to prepare an application and arrange work experience.
a school based traineeship. She completed a Certificate III in business school
based traineeship with WACI during 2015 which lead to a second traineeship in Jordan is part of the Industry Pathways Program at school which aims to exposures
Certificate IV Business which will continue in Year 11 and 12. student to a range of industries while also working to build knowledge, skills and
links to local employers, Jordan’s traineeship is earning 50 Stage 1 credits toward
Savanna said “Trade Schools for the future is an easily accessible program that his SACE and supporting him in his pathway.
helps me complete an accredited course at the same time as working towards
SACE. This program is an amazing way to gain training for my future career while Jordan said “working at Reece is fun! It has been a great experience so far.
still attended school”. I have been able to increase my customer service skills and also have a better
understanding about the plumbing trade”.
WACI see the value in supporting students through school based traineeships;
“Savanna’s traineeship will equip her with the skills required to work in a busy Jordan works every Monday and Saturday morning; he also works additional days
health administration environment. The traineeship will contribute towards her during the school holidays.
SACE and Savanna is earning money while she learns. The on the job experience
is an invaluable way to learn while contributing to the workforce and gaining
knowledge that traditionally would have been gained once a learner entered
the workforce after completing studies”.
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CERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE II AUTOMOTIVE
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICING TECHNOLOGY
SERVICING CERTIFICATE II IN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICING TECHNOLOGY AUR20516
TECHNOLOGY NATIONAL CODE
Core
UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
COURSE CODE AUR20516 AURASA2002 Apply safe working practices 20
INTAKE Semester 1 AURAEA2002 Implement and monitor environmental regulations in the 25
automotive mechanical industry
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Achieved a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at AURTTK2002 Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment 20
Year 10 level. AURTTB2001 Inspect and service braking 20
ANTICIPATED DURATION AURETR2015 Inspect and service batteries 10
24 months AURTTC2001 Inspect and service cooling 10
INDICATIVE COSTING AURTTD2002 Inspect and service steering systems 10
$300 fee will apply to cover transport and other costs
AURTTD2004 Inspect and service suspension 10
associated with the course. Students will need to supply their
own safety boots and safety glasses. A payment plan can be AURTTA2004 Carry out servicing operations 20
negotiated with Edward John Eyre High School to cover the AURTTQ2003 Service drivelines 5
costs of this course. AURTTE2004 Inspect and service engines 20
SACE ATTAINMENT AURTTQ2001 Service final drive assemblies 5
55 Credits at SACE Stage 2.
AURATA2001 ID basic automotive faults using trouble shooting process 20
ASSESSMENT TYPE
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of Elective
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There AURTTZ2002 Repair exhaust system components 10
are both theoretical and practical tasks. AURTTJ2001 Balance wheels and tyres 10
LOCATION AURLTJ2002 Remove, inspect and repair tyres and tubes (light vehicle) 40
TAFE SA Whyalla and Port Augusta
AURTTF2001 Service petrol fuel systems 25
DELIVERY MODE
AURTTX2002 Inspect and service transmissions (manual) 10
Face to face;block weeks.
AURAFA2003 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace 20
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR
This qualification covers the knowledge required to perform Total hours 410
tasks related to servicing vehicle system components of cars
and heavy vehicles within an automotive service and repair
business. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved
through an Australian Apprenticeship.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
following criteria;
•Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
•Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE II
CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION PATHWAYS
PATHWAYS CERTIFICATE II IN CONSTRUCTION PATHWAYS CPC20212
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
COURSE CODE CPC20212
Core
INTAKE Semester 1
CPCCCM1012A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry 20
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Achieved a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at CPCCCM1013A Plan and organise work 20
Year 10 level. CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communications 20
ANTICIPATED DURATION CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations 20
24 months CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications 36
COSTING CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies & procedures in the 20
An administrative fee of $300 will apply to cover transport construction industry
and other costs associated with the course. Students will
need to supply their own safety boots and safety glasses. A Elective
payment plan can be negotiated with Edward John Eyre High CPCCCA2002A Use carpentry tools and equipment (B) 96
School to cover the costs of this course. CPCCCA2011A Handle carpentry materials (B) 16
SACE ATTAINMENT CPCCVE1011A Undertake a basic construction project 40
30 Credits at SACE Stage 1 and 20 Credits at SACE Stage 2.
CPCCSH2001A Prepare surfaces 32
ASSESSMENT TYPE
CPCCJN3001A Use static machines 56
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There CPCCJN2001A Assemble components (F) 32
are both theoretical and practical tasks. Total hours 410
LOCATION
TAFE SA Whyalla and Port Augusta
DELIVERY MODE
Face to face: block weeks.
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR
This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades
in the construction industry, with the exception of plumbing.
Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an
Australian Apprenticeship.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
following criteria;
• Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
• Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE II
ELECTROTECHNOLOGY ELECTROTECHNOLOGY
(CAREER START) CERTIFICATE II IN ELECTROTECHNOLOGY CAREER START UEE22011
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
COURSE CODE UEE22011
Core
INTAKE Semester 1
UEENEEE101A Apply OHS regulations, codes and practices in the workplace 20
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Achieved a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at UEENEEK142A Apply environmental and sustainable energy procedures in 20
Year 10 level. the energy sector
ANTICIPATED DURATION UEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. circuits 80
24 months UEENEEE141A Use of routine equipment / plant / technologies in an energy sector 60
INDICATIVE COSTING UEENEEE148A Carry out routine work activities in an energy sector environment 40
$45 program specific workshirt. Students will need to supply UEENEEE179A Identify and select components, accessories and materials for 20
their own safety boots and safety glasses. energy sector work activities
SACE ATTAINMENT Elective
30 Credits at SACE Stage 1 and 20 Credits at SACE Stage 2.
UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components (B) 40
ASSESSMENT TYPE
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of UEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment (B) 20
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There HLPCPR201B Perform CPR 10 (A) 10
are both theoretical and practical tasks. CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry (A) 10
LOCATION UEENEEE130A Provide solutions and report on routine electrotechnology problems 60
TAFE SA Whyalla
Total hours 360
DELIVERY MODE
Face to face; block weeks.
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR
This qualification covers competencies for work entry
programs grounding in safety and basic skills and knowledge
for work in any Electrotechnology discipline.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
following criteria;
• Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
• Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE II
ENGINEERING ENGINEERING
COURSE CODE MEM20105
CERTIFICATE II IN ENGINEERING MEM20105
INTAKE Semester 1
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Core
Achieved a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at
Year 10 level. MEM14004A Plan to undertake a routine task 10
ANTICIPATED DURATION MEM16007A Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment 10
24 months MEM15002A Apply quality systems 20
INDICATIVE COSTING MEM15024A Apply quality procedures 10
$45 program specific workshirt. Students will need to supply MEM13014A Apply principles of OH&S in the work environment 10
their own safety boots and safety glasses.
Elective (not all electives to be delivered and may vary dependent upon location of delivery,
SACE ATTAINMENT nominal 340 hours to complete qualification)
30 Credits at SACE Stage 1 and 20 Credits at SACE Stage 2.
MEM05005C Carry out mechanical cutting 20
ASSESSMENT TYPE
MEM05004C Perform routine oxy/acetylene welding 20
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There MEM05006B Perform brazing and/or silver soldering 20
are both theoretical and practical tasks. MEM05007C Perform manual heating and thermal cutting 20
LOCATION MEM05012C Perform routine manual metal arc welding 20
TAFE SA Whyalla MEM05013B Perform manual production welding 20
DELIVERY MODE MEM05049B Perform routine gas tungsten arc welding 20
Face to face; block weeks.
MEM07032B Use workshop machines for basic operations 20
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR
Engineering is designed for students who are interested in MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing 40
trades in the metal fabrication industry, particularly those of MEM05050B Perform routine gas metal arc welding 20
boilermaker and mechanical fitter. MEM14005A Plan a complete activity 20
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS MEM16006A Organise and communicate information 20
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
MEM18001C Use hand tools 20
following criteria;
Total hours 340
• Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
• Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE II MUSIC
MUSIC
CERTIFICATE II MUSIC CUA20615
COURSE CODE CUA20615
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
INTAKE Semester 1
Core
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes 20
Achieved a passing grade in Mathrmatics, English and PLP at
Year 10 level. CUFIND201A Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge 20
ANTICIPATED DURATION BSBWOR203A Work effectivley with others 15
12 months Elective
COSTING CUSMPF203A Develop ensemble skills for playing music or singing music 50
May include instrumental hire. CUESOU07B Apply general knowledge of audio to work activities 40
SACE ATTAINMENT CUSMLT201A Develop and apply musical ideas and listening skills 25
up to 35 Credits at SACE Stage 1.
CUSMPF204A Play music from simple written notations 30
ASSESSMENT TYPE
CUSMPF201A Play or sing simple musical pieces 70
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There Total hours 270
are both theoretical and practical tasks.
LOCATION
EJEHS
DELIVERY MODE
Face to face
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR
Students focus on learning their chosen instrument to play in
a band situation.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Access to chosen instrument at home is an advantage.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE II CERTIFICATE II
SALON ASSISTANT SALON ASSISTANT
COURSE CODE SHB20216
CERTIFICATE IN SALON ASSISTANT SHB20216
INTAKE Semester 1
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Core
Achived a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at
Year 10 level. SHBXIND002 Communicate as part of a salon team 40
ANTICIPATED DURATION SHBXIND001 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal 45
12 months services environment
INDICATIVE COSTING SHBHIND001 Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas 20
$300 for hairdressing kit, payable to TAFE SA SHBXCCS003 Greet and prepare clients for salon services 10
SACE ATTAINMENT BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and saftey of self and others 20
50 Credits at SACE Stage 1. SHBHBAS001 Perform shampoo basin services 40
ASSESSMENT TYPE SHBHDES001 Dry hair to shape 40
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 20
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There
Elective
are both theoretical and practical tasks.
SHBHDES002 Braid hair 30
LOCATION
TAFE SA Whyalla SHBHCLS001 Apply hair colour products 20
DELIVERY MODE SHBXCCS004 Recommend products and services 25
Face to face; block weeks. SHBHBAS002 Provide head, neck and shoulder massage for relaxation 20
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR SHBHIND002 Research and use hairdressing industry information 15
Students are provided with the skills and knowledge to lead Total hours 345
to an apprenticeship in hairdressing. Students learn to salon
assist at ‘salon standards’ in areas such as greeting and
preparing clients, braiding, blow-drying, shampooing and
basin services. They gain professional product and service
knowledge, communication and salon practical skills. This
certificate is the first qualification for this career pathway and
most of the subjects transfer to Certificate III in Hairdressing.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
following criteria;
• Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
• Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE III
HOSPITALITY HOSPITALITY (KITCHEN OPS)
(KITCHEN OPERATIONS STREAM) CERTIFICATE III IHOSPITALITY (KITCHEN OPS STREAM)
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
COURSE CODE SIT30616
Core and Elective
INTAKE Semester 1
SITHIND004 Work Effectively in Hospitality Services 110
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Achieved a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at STIXCOM002 Show Social and Cultural Sensitivity 20
Year 10 level. SITXCCS006 Provide Service to Customers 20
ANTICIPATED DURATION STIXHRM001 Coach others in Job Skills 20
2 years SITHFAB204 Prepare and serve expresso coffee 30
INDICATIVE COSTING SITHFAB003 Operate a Bar 35
TAFE SA $950 + Possible Camp to Adelaide $TBC
SITHFAB002 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol 10
Concession $420 + Possible Camp to Adelaide $TBC
A payment plan can be negotiated with the TAFE SA to cover SITHFAB101 Clean and Tidy Bar Areas 15
the costs of this course. SITXFIN001 Process Financial Transactions 25
SACE ATTAINMENT BSBWOR203B Work effectively with others 10
10 Credits at SACE Stage 1 and 40 Credits at SACE Stage 2. SITXFSA101 Use hygienic practices for food safety 15
ASSESSMENT TYPE SITXWHS101 Participate in safe work practices 12
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There SITHCCC103 Prepare sandwiches 25
are both theoretical and practical tasks. SITHCCC202 Produce appetisers and salads 10
LOCATION Total 387
Edward John Eyre High School, TAFE SA Whyalla and possible
camp to Regency TAFE SA Adelaide.
DELIVERY MODE
Face to face; week blocks
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR
This course offers a range of practical and industry specific
skills where students gain practical experiences in the
preparation and service of food and beverages in a range of
service environments and styles.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
following criteria;
• Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
• Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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BACK TO CONTENTS BACK TO CONTENTSCERTIFICATE III CERTIFICATE III
ALLIED HEALTH ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTANCE
ASSISTANCE CERTIFICATE III IN ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTANCE HLT33015
NATIONAL CODE UNIT NAME NOMINAL HOURS
COURSE CODE HLT33015
Core
INTAKE Semester 1
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 60
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE
Achieved a passing grade in Mathematics, English and PLP at HLTAAP001 Recognise health body systems 70
Year 10 level. CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 30
ANTICIPATED DURATION CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 40
12 months HLTAHA001 Assist with an allied health program 70
INDICATIVE COSTING BSBINM301 Organise workplace information 30
TAFE SA $1100 or Concession $490
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 25
A payment plan can be negotiated with TAFE SA to cover the
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety 20
costs of this course.
CHCCCS010 Maintain a high standard of service 30
SACE ATTAINMENT
65 Credits at SACE Stage 2. Elective (course requires 3 electives)
ASSESSMENT TYPE BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30
Competency-based assessment is applied to a range of BSBFLM303 Contribute to effective workplace relationship 40
assessment tasks according to the units being assessed. There HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices 30
are both theoretical and practical tasks.
CHCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour 40
LOCATION
TAFE SA and EJEHS CHCCCS026 Transport individuals 20
CHCCCS002 Assist with movement 25
DELIVERY MODE
Online learning, face to face;block weeks. CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern 20
SUBJECT DESCRIPTOR CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 25
Students learn to assist Allied Health Workers who provide BSBBINM301 Organise workplace information 30
patient care and support services to complement dieticians,
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically 55
occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech therapists
and podiatrist’s services. The course has links to the hospital, CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 30
Aged-Care facilities and Allied Health professionals who Average of 475 hours to complete qualification
enable students to relate their course work to a practical
context.
CURRICULUM CONSIDERATIONS
Students selecting this course are required to meet the
following criteria;
• Undertake the EJEHS VET application and selection process
• Prepared to complete minimum of 35 hours workplacement
or the required vocational placement hours, whichever is
greater.
In addition to this course students will be enrolled into Stage
2 Workplace Practices. This is an opt-out model.
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