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TRANSITION EDUCATION

WORK EDUCATION

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Attendance:

Each course is conducted five days per

week and full attendance is required. If, for

any reason, you are absent, staff must be

notified on the day, and a medical certificatesupplied where appropriate.

Supervision of Students:Students are supervised at all times

when in class. If they have any queries or

concerns, particularly concerns regardingsafety, staff are available to respond to

students. Security staff patrol the campus

throughout busy periods of the day and can

be contacted if needed.

Student Breaks:

Students receive one x 15 minute break inthe morning and one x 15 minute break in

the afternoon, as well as a 45 minute lunch

break. Students are advised not to leave the

campus during breaks and remain close to

Holmesglen during lunch break so they canreturn to class on time.

Industry Specific Subjects:

As an Occupational Health and Safety

requirement, some trade subjects requireyou to purchase overalls and safety boots.

Communication:

Parent-teacher meetings are held twice

per year. A progress interview is held in

June and a pathways interview is held inSeptember/October. Students are required

to attend with a parent or carer.

Assessments:

Students are assessed against the

competencies of the VCAL Foundation/

Certificate I in Transition Education/

Certificate I in Work Educationcourses. Teachers use both integrated

and explicit assessment.

A variety of assessment methods are used

in each course, appropriate to the learning

outcomes. These include:

Practical demonstration

Teacher observation records

and checklists

Reflective workbooks Oral questioning

Role play

Project/oral presentations

Written short answers Portfolio of evidence

Film making and DVD production

Photographic portfolio

Excursions:

Excursions take place throughout the year.Parents/carers are required to sign an

annual approval form at the start of the

course, permitting their son or daughter

to attend excursions. On excursion days,students are required to meet staff at the

campus and travel to the excursion venue as

a group. If a student wishes to travel home

from an excursion venue independently,written parental consent is required.

Camps:

Camps are held during the year. Attendance

is required as assessment tasks areundertaken on camps.

Driver Education:

Students interested in Pre-Licence DriverEducation will have the opportunity to

participate in a specialised safe driving

program with (METEC) at an approximate

additional cost of $235.

Application Process:Students must apply online through theHolmesglen website.

Selection Process:

You will be required to attend an interview

with staff and provide a referral from your

last school or education setting.

Information Evening:

An Information evening for parents/carers is

held in February.

Student Welfare:

Student welfare is a priority in the

Community and Transitional EducationDepartment at Holmesglen. Support is

available through: Teaching staff and mentor teachers

Coordinator

Student counsellor

Small class sizes (up to 11 students) Literacy and numeracy support

Specialist staff

Staff will liaise with parents,relevant professionals and agencies

where appropriate.

For Further Information:

Community & Transitional Department

T: 03 9564 2067E: [email protected]

W: www.holmesglen.edu.au

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INFORMATION:


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CERTIFICATE I INTRANSITION EDUCATION

Code:22129VICLength:34 weeks

Start:February

Study Mode:Full timeCampus:Chadstone, Moorabbin

Prerequisites:

People aged 16 or over who have a

mild intellectual disability or experience

learning and/or social difficulties

Attendance at all course activitiesincluding camp

Motivation to undertake and complete

the course

Overview

The Certificate I in Transition Educationis a program designed for young

people who require support with

learning and/or social skills.

You will have the opportunity to engage

in a range of learning activities that focus

on independent living, vocational andemployability skills, personal development

and community involvement.

Through project based learning and explicitteaching methods, you will gain skills in the

areas of workplace participation, personal

development and financial independence.

You will study in groups of 10 with

opportunities for literacy and/or

numeracy support.

Core Subjects:

Citizenship

Independent Living

Cooking and Nutrition

Group Project Horticulture

Hospitality

Voluntary Work Literacy Numeracy

Drama

Personal Development Work Related Skills

Recreation

Mentor

Elective Subjects:

Students select from the following

elective options:

Art

Carpentry and Joinery

Community Services Creative Writing

Digital Design

Fibrous Plastering Film Making

Floristry

Furniture Finishing

Hair and Beauty Multimedia

Music

Performance

Photography Retail Bakery

Sport and Fitness

Technical Drawing Textiles

(=Chadstone=Moorabbin)

Electives may vary between campusesand are subject to change according to

student demand.

Projects:

Each year, you will participate in projects

aimed at providing you with independent

living and employability skills. For example,

a project related to a student performancecould involve students writing scripts to

develop literacy skills, booking venues to

develop communication and numeracy skills,or conducting risk assessments to developOccupational Health and Safety skills.

Projects include:

Drama/performance

Camps

Group project Independent Living

Voluntary work

Work Placement:

Four weeks of practical work placement

is included.

Career & Further Study Opportunities:Certificate I in Transition Education

may lead to: Employment

Voluntary work and community activities

Certificate I in Work Education

VCAL Foundation Certificates in General Education for

Adults

Mainstream courses

Pre-apprenticeships or traineeships Apprenticeships.

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CERTIFICATE I INWORK EDUCATION

Code:22128VICLength: 34 weeks

Start:February

Study Mode:Full timeCampus:Chadstone, Moorabbin

Prerequisites:

Minimum of 16 years old

Possess the potential and desire for

employment

Have the ability to travel independently Demonstrate motivation to take part

in all program activities including work

placement

Require additional support with learning

Overview

The Certificate I in Work Education isa program designed for young people who

require support with their learning and/or

social skills.

This vocational program provides you

with the skills to obtain and maintain

employment. Through project based learningand explicit teaching methods, you will

gain vital skills in the areas of; vocational

and job seeking skills, employability and

personal management skills, teamwork andcommunication skills.

In addition to studying Certificate I in Work

Education you can choose to study one ofthe following courses:

Certificate I in Hospitality Certificate I in Agrifood Operations

(Horticulture)

Certificate I in Retail Services.

You will also study core subjects such as

workplace literacy, workplace numeracy, workrelated skills and personal management.

Classes are held in small groups of ten;

you will get to experience all the benefitsof small classes, including assistance from

knowledgeable and experienced teachers.

Core Subjects:

Work Related Skills

Group Project

Mentor Personal Management

Practical Placement

Workplace Literacy

Workplace Numeracy

Electives Subjects:

Students select from the followingelective options:

Art

Carpentry and Joinery Community Services

Creative Writing

Floristry Furniture Finishing Glass and Glazing

Hair and Beauty

Multimedia Photography

Recreation and Environment

Retail Bakery

Textiles


Electives may vary between campuses

and are subject to change according tostudent demand.

Projects:

You will participate in projects aimed at

providing you with independent living and

employability skills. For example, a business

project could involve students conductingmeetings to develop communication skills,

writing minutes to develop literacy skills

and selling products to develop customerservice skills.

Work Placement:

Six weeks of practical work placement

is included.

Dual Qualification:

On successful completion of this course

you are eligible to receive the Certificate I in

Work Education.

Depending on the elective stream chosen,

you will also be eligible to receive the

Certificate I in Hospitality, Certificate I in

Agrifood Operations, or Certificate I inRetail Services.

Career & Further Study Opportunities:

Certificate I in Work Education may lead to:

Employment Voluntary work and community activities

Certificates in General Education for

Adults

Mainstream courses Pre-apprenticeships or traineeships

Apprenticeships.

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VCAL FOUNDATION

Code: VCALFND001Length:34 weeksStart:FebruaryStudy Mode:Full timeCampus: Chadstone, Moorabbin

Prerequisites:

Applicants must be at least 16 years old Have the potential and desire

for employment Have the ability to travel independently

and take part in all program activities

Overview

The VCAL Foundation program is designedfor young people who require supportwith their learning and/or social skills.

You will learn a range of vocational,employability and personal developmentskills through hands on, project basedand explicit teaching methods.

The program focuses on the principles ofapplied learning, such as building on yourinterests, abilities and strengths; cateringfor different learning styles; promotingconfidence, resilience and active citizenship;experiential learning based on real lifesituations; and assessment methods thatsuit the learner and context of learning.

You will be able to study in groups of upto 11 with opportunities for literacy and/or numeracy support. You choose froma wide range of industry specific andcreative/personal development electives.Four weeks of practical placement furtherdevelop your employability skills. Youwill also attend a three day camp tofoster resilience and independence.

Core Subjects:

Literacy Numeracy Personal Development Cooking and Nutrition

Recreation Work Related Skills Mentor Group Individual Learning Plan Group Project Guest Speaker Community Access

Industry Focus Electives:

Students select from the followingelective options.

Carpentry and Joinery Community Services Fibrous Plastering Floristry Furniture Trades Glass and Glazing Hair and Beauty Horticulture Hospitality Painting and Decorating Retail Retail Bakery

Sport and Fitness Technical Drawing Tile Laying

Creative/Personal Development Electives:

Students select from the followingelective options.

Art Cartooning and Manga Ceramics Creative writing Digital Design Drama/Perfomance Film Making Multimedia/Web Design Mural Art

Music Outdoor education Photography Textiles


Electives may vary between campusesand are subject to change according tostudent demand.

Projects:

Projects are an integral part of the VCALFoundation program. Staff negotiateprojects with you based on your interestsand academic requirements. Forexample, a film can involve constructingprops, writing scripts, acting, narrating

and directing as well as filming.

Prior to camp you may organise activities,research and choose accommodation,organise meals and ensure the campmeets the allocated budget.

Examples of Past Projects:

RSPCA Blood Bank Royal Childrens Hospital Fundraiser Radio Transmission Program

in conjunction with RACV SYN FM Radio St Kilda Film Festival, Armed

and Dangerous (animation) Film Making

Work Placement:

Four weeks of practical placementis included.

Recreation:

Students participate in a Health andRecreation program each week.

Pathways:

VCAL Foundation may lead to: Employment Voluntary work and community activities Cert ificate I in Work Education Cert ificate I in Transition Education VCAL Intermediate

Mainstream courses Pre-apprenticeships or traineeships Apprenticeships.

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2014, Holmesglen Institute

Holmesglen is the trading name of Holmesglen Institute.

TOID: 0416

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Community & Transitional Education Department

T: 03 9564 2067E: [email protected]

W: www.holmesglen.edu.au

Chadstone campus

Building 4, Level 2Batesford Road, Chadstone 3148

Moorabbin campus

Building 4, Level 1488 South Road, Moorabbin 3189

The information contained in this brochure was current at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice.

Availability of programs is dependent upon Government funding or student demand. Due to re-accreditation changes may occur to the content

and/or names of certain programs. Prospective students are advised to confirm details with Holmesglen prior to enrolment by calling the

department or visiting holmesglen.edu.auOctober 2014.

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