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Course Overview

Code:
22691VIC
Course Type:
Accredited course
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
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Intakes

Course Duration:
6 months
Commencing in:
  • 2026

2026 Intake

Intake Date Campus Attendance Days
16/02/2026 Morwell Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm
16/02/2026 Sale FLC Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm

About this course

Certificate II in General Education for Adults
This course helps adults build their reading, writing, maths, and digital skills to feel more confident in everyday life, work, and further learning.
The course is a great starting point if you want to:
• Get ready for work or improve your job prospects
• Take the next step into further training or education
• Be more independent and involved in your community
You will:
• Read and write different types of texts
• Use maths in real-life situations like shopping, budgeting, or measuring
• Learn to use computers and the internet for work, study, or daily life
• Work on small projects to build your skills and confidence
• Explore your goals and plan for your future
You’ll learn at your own pace with support from your teacher in a friendly and respectful environment.
Why not inquire today.

Certificate II in General Education for Adults
Embark on a transformative educational journey designed to empower you with essential skills and knowledge, paving the way for a successful career or further studies.
Course Overview
The Certificate II in General Education for Adults is tailored to enhance your literacy, numeracy, and general education skills. Through a blend of interactive activities and assessments, you'll engage with a variety of text types—both familiar and unfamiliar—across paper-based and digital platforms. This approach ensures that your learning is relevant, practical, and aligned with current industry standards. If you’re looking for an opportunity to join the ADF, the Certificate II in General Education for Adults (ADF Preparation) is the perfect platform to help you chase your career goals and pursue your passions.
Key Features
Personalised Learning: Develop a comprehensive learning plan and portfolio that reflects your goals and progress.
Diverse Content: Interpret and create a range of complex texts, applying your skills in real-world contexts.
Digital Literacy: Navigate and utilise web-based resources to enhance your learning experience.
Numeracy Skills: Apply mathematical concepts to solve everyday problems effectively.
Pathways and Opportunities
Upon successful completion, you'll be well-prepared to:
Pursue a career in the ADF or other areas of interest.
Engage in volunteering opportunities within your community.
Advance your studies with further qualifications, such as a Certificate II or III in a field of your choice.
Build your confidence and make connections with like minded individuals.
Why Choose Us?
Our experienced educators are dedicated to guiding you through every step of your educational journey, ensuring you feel confident and equipped to achieve your aspirations.
Enrol Today
Take the first step towards a brighter future. Enrol in the Certificate II in General Education for Adults and start building the foundation for your success.

Career Opportunities

Full time or part time employment in your chosen field
Volunteering

Opportunities for Further Study

VCE
VCE - Vocational Major
Further education at Certificate II or III levels
Employment
Volunteering / Community work

Skills or Knowledge gained

Graduates at this level will have cognitive skills to access, record and act on a defined range of information from a range of sources and cognitive and communication skills to apply and communicate known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems to:
• Develop a learning plan in relation to identified goals, assemble a portfolio, and evaluate progress in relation to goals
• Discuss aspects of own learning plan such as purpose and preferred learning styles to support development of the plan
• Gather and analyse information from a variety of sources to complete a project
• Identify and address issues and barriers which affect project goals
• Select and apply reading strategies to interpret and analyse a range of familiar and unfamiliar texts
• Discuss features and content of texts to establish relevance and effectiveness
• Access and navigate web based digital text to locate information
• Gather and order information required to create a range of familiar and unfamiliar complex written and digital texts
• Investigate, interpret and apply knowledge of everyday and formal mathematics in a range of contexts.

Entry Requirements

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: No

Mandatory entry requirements:

NA

Recommended entry Requirements:

Be aged 20 years and above and have the time to dedicate to attending classes and the drive to improving your reading, writing and maths levels to improve pathways to further education and the workforce.

Limitations to course Entry:

NA

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 Certificate II in General Education for Adults.

Work Placement - 2026

Does this course require placement?: No

Course Overview

Code:
22691VIC
Course Type:
Accredited course
Mode of Delivery:
Online
Enquiry Apply

Apply Online

Provide your details below and we'll get your application started.

Enquire Online

Provide your details below and we'll be in contact soon!

Intakes

Course Duration:
6 months
Commencing in:
  • 2026

2026 Intake

Intake Date Campus Attendance Days
17/02/2026 Off campus Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm, Thursday 3:00pm-5:00pm

About this course

Certificate II in General Education for Adults
This course helps adults build their reading, writing, maths, and digital skills to feel more confident in everyday life, work, and further learning.
The course is a great starting point if you want to:
• Get ready for work or improve your job prospects
• Take the next step into further training or education
• Be more independent and involved in your community
You will:
• Read and write different types of texts
• Use maths in real-life situations like shopping, budgeting, or measuring
• Learn to use computers and the internet for work, study, or daily life
• Work on small projects to build your skills and confidence
• Explore your goals and plan for your future
You’ll learn at your own pace with support from your teacher in a friendly and respectful environment.

Certificate II in General Education for Adults
Embark on a transformative educational journey designed to empower you with essential skills and knowledge, paving the way for a successful career or further studies.
Course Overview
The Certificate II in General Education for Adults is tailored to enhance your literacy, numeracy, and general education skills. Through a blend of interactive activities and assessments, you'll engage with a variety of text types—both familiar and unfamiliar—across paper-based and digital platforms. This approach ensures that your learning is relevant, practical, and aligned with current industry standards. If you’re looking for an opportunity to join the ADF, the Certificate II in General Education for Adults (ADF Preparation) is the perfect platform to help you chase your career goals and pursue your passions.
Key Features
Personalised Learning: Develop a comprehensive learning plan and portfolio that reflects your goals and progress.
Diverse Content: Interpret and create a range of complex texts, applying your skills in real-world contexts.
Digital Literacy: Navigate and utilise web-based resources to enhance your learning experience.
Numeracy Skills: Apply mathematical concepts to solve everyday problems effectively.
Pathways and Opportunities
Upon successful completion, you'll be well-prepared to:
Pursue a career in the ADF or other areas of interest.
Engage in volunteering opportunities within your community.
Advance your studies with further qualifications, such as a Certificate II or III in a field of your choice.
Build your confidence and make connections with like minded individuals.
Why Choose Us?
Our experienced educators are dedicated to guiding you through every step of your educational journey, ensuring you feel confident and equipped to achieve your aspirations.
Enrol Today
Take the first step towards a brighter future. Enrol in the Certificate II in General Education for Adults and start building the foundation for your success.

Career Opportunities

Full time or part time employment in your chosen field
Volunteering

Opportunities for Further Study

VCE
VCE - Vocational Major
Further education at Certificate II or III levels
Employment
Volunteering / Community work

Skills or Knowledge gained

Graduates at this level will have cognitive skills to access, record and act on a defined range of information from a range of sources and cognitive and communication skills to apply and communicate known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems to:
• Develop a learning plan in relation to identified goals, assemble a portfolio, and evaluate progress in relation to goals
• Discuss aspects of own learning plan such as purpose and preferred learning styles to support development of the plan
• Gather and analyse information from a variety of sources to complete a project
• Identify and address issues and barriers which affect project goals
• Select and apply reading strategies to interpret and analyse a range of familiar and unfamiliar texts
• Discuss features and content of texts to establish relevance and effectiveness
• Access and navigate web based digital text to locate information
• Gather and order information required to create a range of familiar and unfamiliar complex written and digital texts
• Investigate, interpret and apply knowledge of everyday and formal mathematics in a range of contexts.

Entry Requirements

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: No

Mandatory entry requirements:

NA

Recommended entry Requirements:

Be aged 20 years and above and have the time to dedicate to attending classes and the drive to improving your reading, writing and maths levels to improve pathways to further education and the workforce.

Limitations to course Entry:

NA

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 Certificate II in General Education for Adults.

Work Placement - 2026

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) $210.70 $1,053.50 $4,278.50
Materials fee* (GST exempt) $100.00 $100.00 $100.00
Total $310.70 $1,153.50 $4,378.50
VET Student Loans

Not Applicable for this course

Important information

Sample course units

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications
BSBTEC203 Research using the internet
VU23817 Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio
VU23818 Research, implement and review a project
VU23820 Engage with complex texts for learning purposes
VU23822 Engage with complex texts to participate in the community
VU23824 Create complex texts for personal purposes
VU23826 Create complex texts to participate in the workplace
VU23828 Work with measurement and geometry in less familiar situations
VU23830 Work with number and algebra in less familiar situations
VU23833 Investigate the impact of a scientific issue on the community
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 - 2026

Fees

Fees and charges Government subsidised concession Government subsidised Full-fee paying student
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt) $210.70 $1,053.50 $4,278.50
Materials fee* (GST exempt) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total $210.70 $1,053.50 $4,278.50
VET Student Loans

Not Applicable for this course

Important information

Sample course units

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications
BSBTEC203 Research using the internet
VU23817 Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio
VU23818 Research, implement and review a project
VU23820 Engage with complex texts for learning purposes
VU23822 Engage with complex texts to participate in the community
VU23824 Create complex texts for personal purposes
VU23826 Create complex texts to participate in the workplace
VU23828 Work with measurement and geometry in less familiar situations
VU23830 Work with number and algebra in less familiar situations
VU23833 Investigate the impact of a scientific issue on the community
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.