High School Certificate
The Victorian Certificate in Applied Learning (Foundational) at Holmesglen Vocational College offers a VCAL Foundation program to young people who recognise that their learning style is better suited to vocational education (real-life, practical learning). This program creates an excellent pathway into senior secondary qualifications at Holmesglen.
There are no entry requirements. Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will help establish a student's suitability to the course and identify any learning support needs.
Applicants must have a Transition from School Form signed by their last school principal, and permission from the Department of Education (from the Regional Director) permitting them to leave school. This is a requirement under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006.
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This VCAL Foundation program is aimed at students who recognise that the school environment is not suited to them. Students will often have completed Year 9 the year before, but are now looking for an opportunity to set themselves up for life after school.
Our Vocational College VCAL Foundation program has clear pathways into VCAL Intermediate, VCAL Senior (equivalent to Year 12) and further TAFE courses and apprenticeships.
The VCAL Foundation program encourages diversity and ensures everyone has equal rights and a tailored learning approach to suit the individual. Students have the opportunity to gain a sense of belonging within a new, supportive and rewarding environment.
Strong literacy, numeracy and employability skills components are the focus, allowing students to experience personal development and growth. Students engage in a variety of projects and activities within the Holmesglen setting and the surrounding community.
You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.