VCE

1. VCE The Victorian Certificate of Education is taught in Year 11 and 12 of secondary college in Victoria. All VCE studies are organized into units. VCE subjects consist of four units; each unit covers one semester of study. Subject choice depends on each individual school. Unit 3/4 of a subject must be studied in sequential order, whereas Unit 1/2 can be mixed and matched. Students are not required to complete all the units of a subject as part of the VCE course, meaning they are able to change subject choice between Year 11 and Year 12.Assessment VCE studies are assessed both internally (in school) and externally (through VCAA). During Unit 1/2 all assessment is internal, whilst in unit 3/4 assessment is conducted both internally and externally. Study ScoreA student who satisfactorily completes Unit 3/4 of a VCE study is eligible for a study score of between 0 and 50. Study scores are calculated by VCAA and indicate a students performance in that subject relative to others. Study scores are calculated according to a normal distribution, where the mean is 30 and the standard deviation is 7. VCE AT CAE Why study at CAE? Highly experienced and qualified teachers An ideal adult learning environment We offer a range of tertiary pathways Convenient City location, easy to get to by public transport, close to Flinders Street Station Access to key resources including city library, multimedia facilities, and career counseling.

2. VCAL The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is a hands-on option for students in Years 11 and 12. The VCAL gives you practical work-related experience, as well as literacy and numeracy skills and the opportunity to build personal skills that are important for life and work. VCAL AT CAE Complete the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) at CAE – an alternative for Year 11 and 12 students. VCAL is an accredited secondary certificate that provides practical work related experience, as well as the opportunity to build on literacy, numeracy, work related and personal development skills important for life and work. What you will learn Foundation VCAL Students in Foundation VCAL undertake project-based activities designed to improve basic skills in literacy, numeracy and personal development. Career and employment planning and the development of work related skills are also key features of the program. Students will have the opportunity to participate in either on or off campus VET courses as part of their individual learning program. Students may opt for full or part time study. On completion of Foundation VCAL, students can enroll into Intermediate VCAL, further education, training or employment. Intermediate and Senior VCAL The Intermediate and Senior VCAL programs are designed to give students the opportunity to complete Years 11 or 12 in an adult learning environment. Students participate in a range of practical educational projects that integrate the three VCAL strands of Personal Development, Work Related Skills and Literacy & Numeracy. To fulfill the VCAL Industry Specific Skills strand, CAE will assist student to select a VET course, on or off campus, that best suits the students’ individual interests and skill levels. Recognition of work skills and previous experience will be incorporated into the students’ individual programs wherever possible. Students may opt for full or part time study. Why study at CAE? CAE offers personal and career guidance and learning support for VCAL students in an adult learning environment. CAE offers three levels of VCAL: Foundation; Intermediate and Senior. Convenient City location, easy to get to by public transport, close to Flinders Street Station. Access to key resources including city library, multimedia facilities, and career counseling.