Overview
If you have special learning needs and would like to learn about working in hospitality, the Certificate II in Work Education 22631VIC at Victoria University is for you.
Designed for people with intellectual disability or cognitive impairment, this supportive program develops skills for work in hospitality. It is the next step up from the 22566VIC Certificate I in Work Education, which gives you foundations for your first job.
The course is open to people with learning needs who are old enough to have completed school and would like to learn what is expected at work in kitchens and cafes.
Learning in professional hospitality facilities, you will experience the world of work with support from your teachers. With new confidence, you can build your skills in a real workplace during your practical placement.
In an inclusive, caring environment with specialist teachers, you will explore:
- which jobs are right for you
- what kind of behaviour is expected at work
- safe ways of working.
We can also teach you how to travel to work using public transport, prepare simple meals in a professional kitchen, and how to interview for a job.
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Careers
This job-skills course will help you to find and apply for your first job.
Once you have finished the course you will be ready for entry-level roles, like:
- retail assistant
- cafe server
- kitchen assistant
- cleaning team member
- gardening assistant
- supermarket worker.
Nationally recognised training
This course is nationally recognised training.
Course structure
To be awarded the 22631VIC Certificate II in Work Education, a total of 10 units of competency must be achieved, comprising of:
3 core units
1 unit must be selected from the list of WHS/OHS units that best supports the vocational focus of the elective units selected 6 electives units from:
- elective units listed below, where units may be chosen from within or across any listed skill cluster
- units from other endorsed or accredited training products where the unit/s are first packaged in AQF level 1, 2 or 3 qualifications in the source training product and reflect the integrity and intent of the qualification.
Course structure and units
VU Polytechnic delivers the electives listed in the ‘course structure and units’ below. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback. Alternative suitable electives are only available via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT).
Core Units
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- Unit code
- VU23470
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- Unit code
- VU23471
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- Unit code
- VU23472
WHS/OHS Core Unit
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- Unit code
- SITXWHS005
Elective Units
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- Unit code
- SIRXCOM002
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- Unit code
- SITHCCC023
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- Unit code
- SITHCCC024
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- Unit code
- SITXFSA005
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- Unit code
- VU23473
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- Unit code
- VU23256
Learning outcomes
The Certificate II in Work Education meets a clearly identified need to provide the development of critical employment-ready skills, knowledge and behaviours essential for workplace participation by people who have a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability. This course is designed for learners who require additional and highly structured support to access meaningful work opportunities and/or further training.The Certificate II in Work Education does not have a focus on any specific vocational area but provides the opportunity for learners to explore different vocational areas that may be of interest to them. The educational outcomes across the course support development in a range of contexts including for personal, employment, volunteering and further study purposes. The course is structured to provide a range of potential pathways from the qualification through flexibility in the choice of units of competency from accredited courses or endorsed training packages.
Fees & scholarships
Fee type for this course: VET
Fee type definitions
The amount you pay for your course depends on whether you’re offered a government subsidised place or a full fee-paying place.
Students who enrol in a:
- government subsidised place pay subsidised tuition fees (the government contributes the rest), and may be required to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee along with any material fees
- full fee-paying place pay the full fee tuition rate (which includes Student Services and Amenities Fee and any material fees).
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Find out more about:
- the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)
- ways to pay your fees
- important fee dates
- how to apply for a VE/TAFE refund
Scholarships & assistance
Apply for a scholarship to help with your study costs.
We can help with fee assistance and advice.
Admission & pathways
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
Entry to the 22631VIC Certificate II in Work Education is intended for post-compulsory school-age learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive and /or intellectual disability. Evidence of permanent cognitive and/or intellectual disability could include but is not limited to:
* Formal assessment by a registered medical practitioner
* Doctors/specialist reports
* Attendance at a Specialist School/ SDS
* Integration support at school* Integration support at school with modified curriculum.
All applicants are required to complete the following to determine suitability:
* Interview
* Pre-training Review (PTR)* Literacy and numeracy assessment.
For employment and practical placement purposes, all applicants require:
* Valid Working with Children Check* Satisfactory Police Check (valid within 6 months of course commencement)
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.
You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.
Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.
How to apply
Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.
Available start dates:
- 3 February 2025
Before you apply
Before starting your application, please read through the step-by-step VU Polytechnic application process to make sure you have all the necessary documents and information ready to successfully complete your application.
Before applying, you should consider whether you also want to apply for:
- Credit transfer/Recognition of prior learning (RPL): If you have significant experience or studies elsewhere you may be eligible for credit for some units of your course and not have to undertake them.
Apply direct to VU
Direct applications are due on 20 January 2025 for our next intake which starts on 3 February 2025.
Already a VU student?
If you are already a VU student, apply direct to VU using our Admissions centre to transfer into this course. Remember it’s best to be accepted into your new course before withdrawing from your current one.
After you apply
- It’s important to check for emails from us (which may go to your spam/junk folder).
- Complete any requests for information by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered
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