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Certificate II in General Education for Adults (Geelong Only) 22237VIC

Study Method
In-class
Locations
Geelong
Provider
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
July
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  • The Gordon has one of the largest TAFE scholarship programs in Victoria. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $5,000. As a new student, you may be eligible for a scholarship to help you reach your educational goals.

Course Overview

Do you want to update or refresh your skills in reading, writing, numeracy, or computers but have not studied for a while?

Our General Education program can offer a range of flexible options that can help you achieve your learning goals. You can choose to study part-time or full-time and you don’t have to have completed your year 9 at school. You will learn in a supportive, relaxed environment with qualified, friendly teachers.

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What You'll Learn

You will gain a formal qualification for studying reading and writing, mathematics and electives, including technology.

We offer general education courses at four levels. You will undertake an initial assessment to determine the appropriate course level for you.

Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

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  • Victoria
    • Geelong

Duration and Study Load

Full-time

  • 6 months
  • 3-4 days per week

Delivery

Changes to delivery due to COVID-19

The Gordon will utilise Gordon Online, our digital learning management system. Classes will be delivered using audio-visual delivery methods to ensure students continue to learn and reach their study goals during isolation.

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants must be aged 17 or over
  • Applicants younger than 17 should refer to The Gordon’s youth programs
  • Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3
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Recognition of Prior Learning

Each qualification is made up of units of study. To gain RPL, you will need to demonstrate that you have the required skills and knowledge to meet the competencies of the unit.

Assessment

Assessment for this course is based on:

  • Hands-on projects
  • Written assignments
  • Oral presentations and problem-solving

Subjects

Core Units
VU22418Create a range of complex texts for personal purposes
VU22421Create a range of complex texts to participate in the community
VU22414Engage with a range of complex texts for learning purposes
VU22413Engage with a range of complex texts for personal purposes
VU22416Engage with a range of complex texts to participate in the community
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Payment Options

Course fees are made up of three components; tuition, student amenities and materials fees. Due to the different level of Government subsidy available to students as published below, there are three possible fee levels for tuition fees; concession, standard and full fee. All levels of tuition available for this course are listed below. Only one will be applicable to you.

  • Concession Tuition – AUD $146
  • Standard Tutiton – AUD $723
  • Full Fee Tuition – AUD $3,764
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About The Gordon Institute of TAFE

The Gordon Institute of TAFE is one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria and has been helping people gain real skills for real jobs for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on delivering a great range of TAFE courses from short courses to nationally accredited training across apprenticeships, traineeships, certificates, diplomas, and advanced diplomas, which can lead you to a great career or create pathways to university.

Gordon Institute of TAFE is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3044)