Holmesglen Institute of TAFE Courses

There are no formal entry requirements for VPC studies. However, students are required to attend an interview with a parent or carer to determine their suitability for the course. Students must be 16-19 years old and have additional learning support needs.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview.

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.

A completed High School Certificate with a minimum ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
OR
Charles Sturt Undergraduate Certificate of Health Studies with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.0
OR
Charles Sturt Diploma of General Studies OR Charles Sturt Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation (with a minimum GPA of 4.0)
OR
Successful completion of the CSU Connections - First Nations Direct Entry Program
OR
Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher), gaining a minimum GPA of 4.0.

Successful applicants are encouraged to obtain a senior first aid certificate prior to commencing the course.

Prior to commencement of the first placement, students will also be required to provide evidence of their immunisation and vaccination status, and a completed Working with Children Check.

Please note: Students will be required to purchase instruments at the beginning of Years 1 and 2 of this course. The approx. cost of these instruments is $2000 (Yr 1) and $1500 (Yr 2). There may also be some contingency simulation costs incurred throughout the course under certain circumstances (e.g. replacement teeth, damaged equipment replacement).