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Senior Secondary

Certificate I in Transition Education - Partial - VDSS

Certificate I in Transition Education Partial - VDSS

Code: 22567VIC

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Overview

This course is for someone with an intellectual disability, autism or cognitive impairment who is not quite ready for work.

The course is about exploring pathway options and learning workplace skills such as independence, communication, self-confidence and social skills.

You'll gain the confidence and skills to make decisions about your future, with a strong focus on your individual learning journey.

As part of the program, you will have opportunities to engage in community-based activities. These experiences help build confidence, develop social skills, and encourage meaningful connections with others in real-world settings.

Career Pathways

Where will the Certificate I in Transition Education 22567VIC (Partial - VDSS) take me?

This course will provide the essential foundation to increasing your confidence, life skills and exploring future options, work interests and pathways.

Study Pathways

This program is a great way to explore your pathway options. If you enjoy the program you may go on to enrol into the full Certificate I in Transition Education 22567VIC qualification.

“The simulation childcare rooms are so realistic. It really helps to be able to put your theoretical learning into practice and makes you super confident for when you hit the real world of working.”

Jenna Mustafa

VDSS Early Childhood Education Student

Course Details

Campus

Preston

Delivery methods

This course is delivered in-person at our Preston campus.

Class Schedule

Wednesday 9 am - 12 pm

ATAR Contribution

There is no ATAR contribution for this program.

Credit in VCE or VCE VM

This program does not provide credit towards VCE or VCE VM.

Units of Study

The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.

Code	Subject	Type	Hours
VU23035	Explore self-development	Core	150

Fees & Costs

Fees

2026 fee schedules will be provided to schools separately. Please contact us for more information: 03 9269 1292

Requirements

You must be at least 15 years old and in Year 10 or Year 11 in secondary school.

Applicants for this program will have a disability, e.g. Intellectual Disability, Autism, Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).

There is no ATAR contribution for this program.

Next Steps

Students:

Talk to your school's VET Coordinator about enrolling into VDSS at Melbourne Polytechnic. You may be invited to attend an information session.

Schools:

Apply through our dedicated VDSS Portal.

Recognising Organisations

Nationally Recognised Training This course is government accredited and has national recognition.