Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)
The Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) focuses on improving skills in reading, writing, mathematics, oral communication and computers. There is also a strong emphasis on improving self-confidence, developing further training and vocational pathways and preparing for employment.
This course is designed for people from English and non-English speaking backgrounds who left school before Year 11, or who have had disruption to or no formal education.
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Duration
6 months full-time or equivalent part-time (day)
Intakes
Croydon (January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December)
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Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time (day)
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Students focus on basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, oral communication and computer literacy. There is also a strong emphasis on improving self-confidence, developing further training and vocational pathways and preparing for employment.
Course structure
Students are required to complete core modules in English, mathematics and select from a range of electives. To be eligible for the award of the Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory), learners must successfully complete a total of 16 units delivered face-to-face comprising:
- Core - 2 units
- Core Skills Reading and Oracy - 3 units
- Core Skills Writing - 3 units
- Core Skills Numeracy and Mathematics - 4 units
- Special interest electives - 4 units which can be selected from:
- units listed in the Special Interest electives, which have not been previously completed, and/or
- Core Skills: Reading and Oracy; Writing; Numeracy and Mathematics units from the Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) (22476VIC), or the Course in Initial General Education for Adults (22471VIC) or the Certificate I in General Education for Adults (22472VIC), which have not been previously completed, and/or
- units/modules which are first packaged in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level 1 or 2 qualifications in nationally endorsed training packages or accredited curriculum.
Units of study
Core units
Develop learning goals (VU22358)
Conduct a project with guidance (VU22359)
Core Skills Reading and Oracy
Engage with simple texts for personal purposes (VU22360)
Engage with simple texts for learning purposes (VU22361)
Engage with simple texts for employment purposes (VU22362)
Engage with simple texts to participate in the community (VU22363)
Participate in simple spoken interactions (VU22364)
Core Skills Writing
Create simple texts for personal purposes (VU22365)
Create simple texts for learning purposes (VU22366)
Create simple texts for employment purposes (VU22367)
Create simple texts to participate in the community (VU22368)
Core Skills Numeracy and Mathematics
Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations (VU22369)
Work with and interpret simple directions in familiar situations (VU22450)
Work with simple measurements in familiar situations (VU22370)
Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts (VU22372)
Work with and interpret simple statistical information in familiar texts (VU22373)
Special Interest electives
Develop verbal communication skills (VU22374)
Apply basic computer skills to language learning (VU22375)
Access the internet for language learning (VU22376)
Communicate with others in familiar and predictable contexts (VU22378)
Use business equipment resources (BSBADM101)
Use digital technology for simple workplace tasks (FSKDIG02)
Develop keyboard skills (BSBITU102)
Use digital technology for basic workplace tasks (FSKDIG01)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
On completion of the course, students are assisted in finding employment and/or, where appropriate, are encouraged to pursue further studies and training.
Aims and objectives
The course is intended to prepare students for commencement in Certificate I in General Education for Adults.
Pathways and scholarships
- Credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)Estimated course fees for 2020* |
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| Course fee options | Full course fee | Skills First Government-subsidised place | Concession rate |
| Total Cost (GST Free) | $4,200 | $1,400 | $280 |
Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
This course is delivered with state government funding.
Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 440.
Find out more about fees.
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to attend an interview where their learning goals and current language, literacy and/or numeracy skills will be assessed to ensure that the program best meets their needs.
How to apply
Find out more
Submit an online enquiry
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059