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Course Overview
Intakes
- 2026
- 2027
2026 Intake
| Intake Date | Campus | Attendance Days |
|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2026 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 06/10/2026 | Sale FLC | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm |
2027 Intake
| Intake Date | Campus | Attendance Days |
|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2027 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 02/02/2027 | Sale FLC | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 12/04/2027 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 13/04/2027 | Sale FLC | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 12/07/2027 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 13/07/2027 | Sale FLC | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 04/10/2027 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm |
| 05/10/2027 | Sale FLC | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm |
About this course
Certificate I in General Education for Adults (22690VIC)
This course is a great starting point if you want to get ready for work or move into further study. It helps you build important reading, writing, maths, and learning skills in a practical and supportive way.
What you’ll learn:
• Improve your reading, writing, and everyday maths for real-life and work situations
• Use both paper-based and digital texts
• Set personal goals and learn how to reach them
• Build confidence to take the next step in work, training, or study
You’ll be supported by experienced teachers who understand your goals and will help you build the skills you need.
Where this course can take you:
• Get ready to apply for work or start a job
• Move into further study, such as the Certificate II in General Education for Adults or a vocational course (like hospitality, health, trades or business)
• Gain the confidence to plan your career path or re-enter the workforce
Get started on your goals
Enrol in the Certificate I in General Education for Adults and begin building the skills that open doors to work and study.
Certificate I in General Education for Adults (22690VIC)
Are you ready to keep moving forward? The Certificate I in General Education for Adults is designed for people who are ready to take their skills to the next level and start thinking seriously about work, further study or a more active role in the community.
This course builds on the skills you have already developed and introduces new challenges at your own pace. You will improve your reading, writing and maths, work on a real project, and develop a learning plan to guide your next steps. Your teacher will support you every step of the way.
This course is a great starting point if you want to:
• Build stronger reading, writing and maths skills for work or study
• Develop a personal learning plan and work towards your goals
• Gain confidence for everyday life, the community and the workplace
• Take the next step after the Introductory General Education course
• Move towards employment or further training
Take the first step towards a brighter future. Enrol in the Certificate I in General Education for Adults and start building the foundation for your success.
Career Opportunities
This is a Foundation based course that will lead on to further training and employment opportunities and a pathway into Certificate II in General Education for Adults.
Opportunities for Further Study
Certificate II in General Education for Adults (22691VIC)
Certificate II courses in specific industry interests
Skills or Knowledge gained
What you’ll learn:
• Reading — how to read and understand a wider range of everyday information, on paper and online
• Writing — how to write for different purposes at work and in the community
• Maths — numbers, directions, measurement and data in familiar and some new situations
• Technology — how to use digital devices and online tools with more confidence
• Speaking — how to take part in conversations and express your ideas clearly
• Planning — how to develop and review your own learning plan and complete a project
Entry Requirements
Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: No
Recommended entry Requirements:
Be 20 years of age and have left mainstream education.
Demonstrate a desire to enhance foundational literacy and numeracy skills to support personal, community, or workplace engagement.
Commit to dedicating time and effort to their studies, ensuring active participation and successful completion of course requirements.
Minimum Industry Requirement
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Requirements
Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No
Qualifications and Recognition - 2026
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the 22690VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults.
Work Placement - 2026
Does this course require placement?: No
Qualifications and Recognition - 2027
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the 22690VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults.
Work Placement - 2027
Does this course require placement?: No
Further Information - 2026
Fees
| Fees and charges | Government subsidised concession | Government subsidised | Full-fee paying student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt) | $446.50 | $2,232.50 | $5,795.00 |
| Materials fee* (GST exempt) | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| Total | $546.50 | $2,332.50 | $5,895.00 |
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this course
Important information
Sample course units
Assessment
The assessment for each course varies. It may include knowledge questions, practical skills tasks, projects, research work, on the job assessment, etc. Your assessor or educator will provide specific information on the requirements for your course.
You can expect that:
- assessment methods are clear
- assessment tasks are relevant and meet the requirements of your course
- assessor or educator demonstrate fairness and lack of bias when assessing your work
- educators will provide open and honest feedback about assessment tasks.
Further Information - 2027
Fees
| Fees and charges | Government subsidised concession | Government subsidised | Full-fee paying student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt) | |||
| Materials fee* (GST exempt) | |||
| Total |
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this course
Important information
Sample course units
Assessment
The assessment for each course varies. It may include knowledge questions, practical skills tasks, projects, research work, on the job assessment, etc. Your assessor or educator will provide specific information on the requirements for your course.
You can expect that:
- assessment methods are clear
- assessment tasks are relevant and meet the requirements of your course
- assessor or educator demonstrate fairness and lack of bias when assessing your work
- educators will provide open and honest feedback about assessment tasks.