Certificate I in Transition Education

This course is designed for young people with special learning needs.

You’ll gain independence, community awareness and an understanding of other courses you can go on to study.

You’ll also be more prepared to enter the workforce.

This course will support your special needs, with a range of learning activities to develop valuable learning and social skills.

You’ll explore:

independent living personal development vocational and employability skills community involvement volunteering effectively basic literacy and numeracy use of everyday technology.

We’ll help you find the best option for you after leaving school, whether that’s employment, volunteer work or further study.

When you finish this course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to take your next step.

To be awarded 22301VIC Certificate I in Transition Education, a student must successfully complete a total of ten (10) units of competency, comprising of:

• six (6) core units, and;
• four (4) elective units, of which:
• elective units may be selected from the 22301VIC Certificate I in Transition Education qualification;
• up to two (2) elective units may be selected from units first packaged in Certificate I qualifications in endorsed training packages or accredited courses.

Electives must be industry relevant as well as be approved by the Polytechnic.

Course structure and units

CORE UNITS:

• VU21776 - Develop and document a learning plan with support
• VU21777 - Enhance self development
• VU21778 - Participate in travel activities
• VU21779 - Investigate future options for further training, work or community activities
• VU21780 - Participate in the community
• VU21781 - Use technology for a range of purposes

ELECTIVE UNITS:

• CHCVOL201B - Be an effective volunteer
• VU21434 - Read and write short basic messages and forms
• VU21451 - Participate in short simple exchanges
• VU21785 - Participate in recreational activities
• VU21786 - Participate in creative activities
• VU21787 - Apply communication for a range of purposes
• VU21788 - Apply numeracy for a range of purposes

Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Credit Transfers

Previous completion of units at the Polytechnic or any other Registered Training Organisation and/or previous attainment of skills and knowledge may be credited towards this course. Units must satisfy the completion rules of the qualification and be assessed as appropriate by the Polytechnic.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be recognised as having an intellectual disability or learning difficulty.Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

The outcomes of the 22301VIC Certificate I in Transition Education are consistent with Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 1 and are listed below.

Developing knowledge of strategies to:

• identify personal goals for community participation or further learning;
• develop independent living skills to participate in activities in the community;
• identify information and resources about everyday activities such as travel, health and participation in recreational activities, and;

• rights and responsibilities to participate in the community.

Developing skills to:

• develop a personal learning plan to explore different options;

• access information and resources to support independent living skills and activities;
• apply strategies for self-development including participation in interpersonal relationships, and;

• use technology to access information and resources to support independent living skills and activities.

Application of skills and knowledge in highly structured, familiar and personally relevant contexts.