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Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) - Intermediate

  • Certificate

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Course Code
VCALINT001
Study Mode
In person

About this course

The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is a senior secondary certificate based on vocationally orientated applied learning principles. At Intermediate level, knowledge and employability skills development leads to independent learning, confidence and a high level of transferable skills.

The course provides an accredited program of studies in the following five compulsory strands: Literacy; Numeracy; Work-related skills; Personal development skills; Industry skills. Each learning strand contains accredited components drawn from VET qualifications, VCAL and/or VCE studies.
 
The VCAL programs at Swinburne University of Technology promote the principles and practice of Australian democracy, including a commitment to: elected government; the rule of law; equal rights for all before the law; freedom of religion; freedom of speech and association; the values of openness and tolerance.

VCAL is delivered under the authority of the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) and follows the policies and procedures outlined in the 'VCE and VCAL Administrative Handbook 2019'. VCAL information for students and parents can also be found at the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) website.
 
Results and certificates
VCAL results and certificates, where students have met all eligibility criteria, are issued directly by the VCAA. Results and certificates are sent once only, in late December, by the VCAA to Swinburne University of Technology for distribution to students. The University sends results and certificates to the student postal address on the enrolment record.

Study locations

Wantirna

Croydon

Course structure

The Intermediate VCAL course is made up of units from five compulsory strands:

  • Literacy
  • Numeracy
  • Work-Related Skills
  • Personal Development Skills
  • Industry Skills (Industry options at Swinburne may include units from one of the following vocational certificates)

Industry Skills options Trade options:

  • Bricklaying
  • Carpentry
  • Electrotechnology
  • Engineering
  • Horticulture
  • Landscaping
  • Plumbing

Non-trade options:

  • Allied Health
  • Business
  • Community Services
  • Design Fundamentals
  • Information and Digital Media (Games Focus)
  • Laboratory Skills
  • Media
  • Retail

Note: Not all Industry Skills options are available at all campuses, and offerings are subject to timetable and availability.

Credit for prior study or work

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.