Certificate I in Work Education

Designed to support post compulsory school aged learners with permanent intellectual disabilities to develop employment ready skills, knowledge and behaviours, this course will give you the opportunity to get hands-on experience in simulated and real workplaces.
Our Certificate I in Work Education is a great stepping stone and will help you develop the skills to explore work options, improve employability, build confidence and access pathways to further specify vocational education and training.

We all need a bit of support and assistance to get into the workforce and we are here to help you get into work sooner.
The Certificate I in Work Education will improve your language and literacy skills, allowing you to develop your confidence and get ready to find meaningful work. You will gain basic employability skills in exciting ways, including work placements, excursions and new experiences as you try out different industries and see what works for you.

Learners will investigate a range of industries, volunteer organisations and employment support services as part of their Individual Learning Plans to establish appropriate employment options / pathways

22481VIC Certificate II in Work Education

Students doing this course will obtain knowledge regarding: community involvement, OH&S, understanding rights and responsibilities, identifying and accessing support in a variety of areas and exploring post course options. Develop personal management skills, communication skills, literacy, numeracy, problem solving and team work skills as well as being able to access technology to obtain information and resources.

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: Yes

Mandatory entry requirements:

Entry to the Certificate I in Work Education is intended for post compulsory school age learners with evidence of permanent cognitive and / or intellectual disability.
In exceptional circumstances compulsory school age learners with evidence of permanent cognitive and / or intellectual disability may be enrolled in the qualification, provided the Registered Training Organisation can establish:
• the learner’s Secondary School is unable to meet their needs
and
• the learner has a level of behavioural maturity that would allow them to develop the communication and interpersonal skills expected in the workplace.
Permanent cognitive and / or intellectual disability must be evidenced. Evidence could include but is not limited to:
• Formal assessment by a registered medical practitioner
• Doctors / specialist reports
• Attendance at a Specialist School
• Integration support at school
• Integration support at school with modified curriculum
While learners may also have the following conditions, these do not constitute a permanent cognitive or intellectual disability:
• Social and / or emotional issues
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Specific learning difficulties
• Mental health conditions
• Physical disabilities

Not applicable.

Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No