VCAL
 2020 TERM DATES Term 1: 28 Jan to 27 Mar
Term 2: 14 Apr to 26 Jun
Term 3: 13 Jul to 18 Sep
Term 4: 05 Oct to 18 Dec

Curriculum

Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)

The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is an excellent qualification and learning program for those not requiring a university entrance score.

VCAL provides practical work-related experience, as well as literacy and numeracy skills and the opportunity to build personal skills that are important for life and work. As with the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), VCAL is an accredited senior secondary certificate.

Students who complete a VCAL are likely to be interested in further training at Technical and Further Education (TAFE), commencing an apprenticeship or traineeship or going in to employment.

Upon successfully completing VCAL, a certificate and a statement of results that details the areas of study that have been completed will be issued


Aims of VCAL:

The VCAL qualification is based on adult learning and youth development principles that focus on assisting students to successfully map and navigate their own pathway to further education and employment. The program aims to:
  • Use curriculum that builds on students' interests, abilities and strengths
  • Provide practical 'hands-on' activities to facilitate learning
  • Provide opportunities to integrate learning outcomes across one activity
  • Recognise all student achievements and value their contribution
  • Allow students to learn at their own pace and in different ways according to their preferred learning style
  • Build resilience and confidence
  • Encourage and support active participation in the community
  • Extend learning experiences beyond the classroom


VET Programs


Pathways

Advance College of Education has a dedicated careers unit to support students looking for employment and/or further training. Pathways from VCAL can include employment, apprenticeships, traineeships and tertiary training.


School No: 2109
ABN: 31 279 225 481

Advance College respects and values everyone regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, ethnicity, race or religion. We are committed to child safe practices and equity for all.

Advance acknowledges and pays respect to the Bunurong/BoonWurrung people, the traditional custodians of these lands and waters.