WHERE TO NOW?

WHERE TO NOW?​

​VCE?

VCE VM?

VET?​

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*DOWNLOAD THE FOLLOWING BOOKLET FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

https://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Documents/wtn/2022WhereToNow.pdf​

The Victorian Certificate of Education.

VCE

the Victorian Certificate of Education.

​Successfully completing the VCE and achieving study scores in four subjects will give you an ATAR, which will help you get into university.

IN VCE YOU COMPLETE FOUR UNITS;

UNIT 1 AND 2 = YEAR 11

UNIT 3 AND 4 = YEAR 12​

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Multiple Choice

If a student was completing Unit 2 Legal Studies, what year would they be in?

• YEAR 11

• YEAR 12

• YEAR 10

VCE SUBJECTS AT YARRA HILLS SECONDARY COLLEGE

*Subjects running depend on availability and numbers and can change​

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​ Biology  Business Management Chemistry  Computing  Computing: Informatics Units 3 & 4  Computing: Software Development Units 3 & 4  Dance  Drama  English  English as an Additional Language (EAL) English Language  Environmental Science  Food Studies  Foundations Mathematics (Units 1 and 2) Health and Human Development History – Modern  (Units 1 & 2)	​ Legal Studies  Literature  General Mathematics (Units 1 and 2) Further Mathematics (Units 3 and 4) Mathematical Methods  Media  Music Performance  Outdoor and Environmental Studies  Physical Education  Physics  Product Design and Technology  Psychology  Studio Arts  Sociology  Systems Engineering  Visual Communication Design
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HOW SHOULD I DECIDE WHICH VCE SUBJECTS I SHOULD DO?

Choose subjects that:

• interest you

• you are good at

• will help you do what you want after school – apply for university or a TAFE course, or get a job in your chosen field

Open Ended

FROM THE PREVIOUS LIST - SELECT FIVE SUBJECTS OF INTEREST. ENGLISH IS A COMPULSORY SUBJECT IN VCE AND THIS WOULD BE YOUR 6TH CHOICE

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO ACHIEVE MY VCE?​

You must successfully complete at least 16 units, including:

• three units from the English group, including a Unit 3 and 4 (Year 12) sequence (in order)

• at least three sequences of Unit 3 and 4 subjects.

*Most students study between 20 and 24 units, that’s five or six subjects, across Years 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice

HOW MANY UNITS DO YOU NEED TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE YOUR VCE?

• 12

• 15

• 16

• 10

Who decides if I have satisfactorily completed a unit?​

Your teacher determines if you have satisfactorily met the outcomes of a unit.

This decision is based on the work you submitted and if you followed the VCAA and school rules and procedures.

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SELECT ALL ADVICE FROM JENNIFER THAT APPLIES

• consider prerequisites (a subject or sequence of subjects which must be completed before entering a program of study)

• having an interest in a subject helps with motivation

• the future is unpredictable

• you are not locked into decisions you can take different paths

• work together and support each other

How is my VCE work marked?

Units 1 and 2 are marked by your school. Your teacher will set a range of assessments. For Units 1 and 2 you will receive either S (satisfactory) or N (not satisfactory). Only the S counts towards your VCE.

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Grades for Units 3 and 4 are more complicated. For Units 3 and 4 you will have grades calculated from A+ to E, or UG (ungraded) or NA (not assessed) for your assessment tasks, as well as an S or N.

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There are two kinds of school-based assessments. They are:

• school-assessed coursework (SAC) is a set of assessment tasks that test your level of achievement in Units 3 and 4 outcomes of the study design

• school-assessed tasks (SATs) are set by the VCAA to test your practical skills and knowledge across the Units 3 and 4 outcomes of the study design. Your teacher marks both SACs and SATs.

External assessments - unit 3 & 4

These are set and marked by the VCAA. They are the same for all students taking the same VCE subject. Usually this will be an examination – written, oral, performance, or in an electronic format.

Your external assessments are marked by subject experts.

All VCE subjects are marked to the same standard and go through many checks to make sure marking is fair and correct.

Exams are in October and November.

Multiple Select

which statements are correct? select all that apply

• students in Units 1 & 2 receive an S or N

• students undertake teacher assessments called SAC's

• unit 3&4 exams are marked by external providers

• students can select to complete an unscored VCE - they receive no ATAR

Multiple Select

If a student was completing an external exam select all of the statements that apply

• the student is in year 12

• the student is completing Units 3 & 4

• this exam is marked by the student's teacher

• the results of this exam will contribute to the students ATAR

What is an ATAR?

The ATAR is a figure that reflects your relative achievement compared to everyone else in Year 12.

It is based on study scores, and is a figure (or ranking) between 0.00 and 99.95. Before offering places, tertiary institutions look at each student’s ATAR and the combination of VCE subjects they finished.

To qualify for an ATAR, you need to have at least four study scores; one must be from the English group.

The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) calculates your ATAR.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements are true about the ATAR - select all that apply

• your ATAR is compared to everyone's results in Year 12 in Victoria

• you receive a ranking between 0.00 and 99.95.

• The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) calculates your ATAR

• To qualify for an ATAR, you need to have at least three study scores; one must be from the Math's group.

​ How do I get into university or TAFE?

To get into university, you generally need to have an ATAR and achieve a study score requirement set by the university.

Each university decides the study scores and ATARs you need for the courses they offer.

You may also need an ATAR to get into some higher level VET qualifications offered at TAFE

​ What is the GAT and why is it important?

All students studying at least one Unit 3 and 4 VCE subject (or a scored VCE VET subject) are expected to sit the General Achievement Test (GAT).

The GAT measures your general knowledge and skills in written communication, mathematics, science, technology, humanities, arts and social sciences. Your GAT results do not count directly towards your VCE. But they are used to help check that school-based and external assessments have been fairly and accurately assessed. The GAT may also be used to calculate ‘Derived Examination Scores’ if you are ill or affected by other circumstances during a VCE external assessment, and if your result is unlikely to be a fair or accurate indication of your learning or achievement.

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select all statements that apply in regards to the GAT

• All students studying at least one Unit 3 and 4 VCE subject must sit the GAT

• The GAT measures your general knowledge and skills in written communication, mathematics, science, technology, humanities, arts and social sciences.

• Your GAT results do count directly towards your VCE.

• The GAT may also be used to calculate ‘Derived Examination Scores’ for example if you are ill

How will I receive my results?

If you enrolled in at least one Unit 3 and 4 subject, you will be able to see your results online through the VCE Results and ATAR service in December. You will also receive a Statement of Results in December.

If you undertake Units 1 and 2, your statement will be sent to your school.

If you are enrolled in at least one Unit 3 and 4 subject, the VCAA will mail your statement to your home.

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Your statement will include:

• the S and N unit results

• the grades for your Units 3 and 4 school-based and external assessments

• your study score for your Units 3 and 4 subjects.

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If you have successfully finished the VCE, you will receive a certificate, which will be sent to your school. If you sat the GAT, your December results package will also include a Statement of Results for the GAT.

Multiple Select

Select all advice that applies that Mitchell discusses

• pick subjects that you enjoy and would do well in

• focus on yourself and rely on your friends

• not everything goes to plan!

• create a space where you will do most of your studying with no distractions

• try your best

Poll

Are you interested in VCE?

• yes

• no

VCE VM - A NEW DAY!

​You might have heard about VCAL and VCE. However, there have been some changes made to both programs. Both certificates will be under the Senior school certificate and will give interested students the opportunity to complete a small selection of VCE subjects whilst studying VCAL which is now called VCE VM - Vocational Major.

The reforms give you greater choice and options with your senior secondary schooling, allowing you to pursue an education aligned to your strengths, interests and aspirations

The VCE Vocational Major is the replacement for the Intermediate and Senior VCAL.

About VCE and the Vocational Major

• The Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is Victoria’s senior secondary qualification. The VCE is expanding to include the Vocational Major (VM), a 2-year vocational and applied learning program. It will replace Senior and Intermediate VCAL from 2023.

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• The VCE Vocational Major (VM) is a vocational and applied learning program within the VCE designed to be completed over a minimum of two years.

Multiple Choice

What is the new VCAL certificate called?

• VCE

• VCE VM

• VCAL

• VPC

Multiple Choice

How many years does it take to achieve the new VCE VM certificate

• one year

• 3 years

• 6 months

• two years

• It prepares you to move into a apprenticeships, traineeships, further education and training, university (via non-ATAR pathways) or directly into the workforce.

• ​The VCE VM will give you greater choice and flexibility to pursue your strengths and interests and develop the skills and capabilities needed to succeed in further education, work and life.

• The VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) will develop your personal and practical life skills. It will help to prepare you for the next important stage of your life.

SBAT

SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINEESHIP PROGRAM​

Traditionally students in VCE VM (VCAL) engage in the SBAT program. This alllow's students the opportunity to undertake the following timetable

Mon & Tues - School

Weds - VET course

Thurs & Fri - Work placement

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*However if students select a VCE ​subject SBAT opportunities are rescricted due to timetabling.

Multiple Choice

If I select the VCE VM pathway is it true that if the timetable allows i can select VCE subjects but only those on offer?

• true

• false

Multiple Select

Can i still select a VCE subject if i am a VCE VM student? - select all that apply

• yes, if there is a subject offered i am interested in

• Yes however i will not be able to participate as a SBAT student

• yes as this will go towards my ATAR

• no VCE VM students cannot select VCE subjects

Multiple Select

Select all answers that apply to the advice from Rosemarie

• strengths are more suited to hands on learning

• work hard and don't give up. Teachers are there to support you along the way

• Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there, you never know what lies behind the door

• The VCAL gives opportunities to gain experience and make new friends

• work hard and never leave anything until the last minute

Multiple Choice

Does the VCE VM give you an ATAR?

• YES

• NO

To be eligible to receive the VCE VM, students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 16 units, including:

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• 3 VCE VM Literacy or VCE English units (including a Unit 3–4 sequence)

• 2 VCE VM Numeracy or VCE Mathematics units

• 2 VCE VM Work Related Skills units

• 2 VCE VM Personal Development Skills units, and

• 2 VET credits at Certificate II level or above (180 nominal hours)

Multiple Choice

How many units do you need to achieve your certificate?

• 11

• 10

• 16

• 8

What do I have to do to get my VCE VM?

Students must successfully finish at least 16 units, including:

·       3 VCE VM Literacy or VCE English units (including a Unit 3–4 sequence)

·       3 other Unit 3-4 sequences

·       2 VCE VM Numeracy or VCE Mathematics units

·       2 VCE VM Work Related Skills units

·       2 VCE VM Personal Development Skills units, and

·       2 VET credits at Certificate II level or above (180 hours)

Most students will undertake between 16-20 units over the two years. You can also do other VCE subjects, and structured workplace learning.

Why are there VCE subjects?

The VCE VM can be tailored to your needs and interests, to help keep you engaged while developing your skills and knowledge.

You can also include other VCE studies and VET, and can receive structured workplace learning recognition where timetable allows.

Where a VCE Vocational Major can take you?​

The VCE Vocational Major offers a pathway into:

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• apprenticeships

• traineeships

• further education and training

• university (through alternative entry programs)

• employment.

Remember that you already have many talents and you can now pursue some of them under the new VCE opportunities.

Multiple Select

Which students might be well suited for vocational and applied learning? Select all that apply

• • who ‘learn by doing’

• • interested in training at a TAFE institute, starting an apprenticeship, or getting a job after completing school

• • who may not need an ATAR for their course of choice

• • who are building their learning confidence and thrive with more personalised support.

What subjects would i take?

• VCE VM Literacy,

• Numeracy,

• Personal Development Skills

• Work Related Skills

Multiple Choice

What subject could you write an instruction piece on how to service a car?

• WRS

• PDS

• numeracy

• literacy

Multiple Choice

What subject could you determine a budget for buying a car?

• WRS

• PDS

• numeracy

• literacy

Multiple Choice

What subject could you use employability skills to organise a community event?

• WRS

• PDS

• numeracy

• literacy

Multiple Choice

What subject could you determine a risk assessment of event?

• WRS

• PDS

• numeracy

• literacy

VCE Vocational Major Pathway – Kamala’s Journey

Kamala likes learning on the job and wants to be a metal fabricator, so she’s going to enrol in the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM). She’ll do VCE VM studies and a VCE VET Certificate II in Engineering. Kamala will finish secondary school with her Victorian Certificate of Education - Vocational Major. She discussed all this with her family, teacher and school careers counsellor.

Before this, Kamala had spent time on her grandparent’s farm and helped them build a few sheds. In Year 10, Kamala participated in a TAFE taster day and experienced VET engineering. She then went on a careers excursion to a local caravan manufacturer and asked if she could do Structured Workplace Learning at the company while she was in Year 11. This means she’ll spend some school time at the caravan manufacturer learning on the job. She will receive credit for this time towards her VCE Vocational Major. When she completes Year 12, Kamala hopes to gain an apprenticeship with this company.

Poll

Are you interested in VCE VM?

• yes

• no

VET - VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING

VET

VET allows you to do a nationally recognised training as part of your VCE or VCE VM. You can combine general and vocational studies, explore career options and pathways, learn in the workplace, and develop skills that prepare you for the workforce and further study. In 2020, more than 50,000 Victorian students were enrolled in a VET certificate program, developing skills and knowledge in a diverse range of industries, including engineering, equine studies, automotive, health services, dance and more.

Multiple Choice

I am a VCE student can i undertake a VET subject as part of my studies which will contribute to my ATAR?

• yes

• no

COMPLETING A VET

There are 26 VCE VET programs with 45 qualifications to choose from.

VCE VET units contribute towards satisfactory completion of your Senior school certificate and give you a qualification that is recognised around Australia.

VCE VET programs that have Units 3 and 4 can be included in your ATAR calculation or if completing the VCE VM will give you 180 nominal hours / credit towards your senior school certificate.

Multiple Choice

I am a VCE VM student do i need to complete 2 VET credits at Certificate II level or above (180 hours) to achieve my certificate - true or false?

• false

• true

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Multiple Select

select all the advice that applies that Madisyn suggests

• can gain more practical skills

• stick to a routine to avoid burn out

• choose what you enjoy

• learn from placements

• i couldn't go on to University as i didn't achieve an ATAR

popular vet courses

Retail cosmetics (1 year only) Inspiring Beauty - Bayswater -

Auto – Ringwood Training

Kitchen ops (hospitality) – Mount Lilydale

Childcare – Box Hill (Lilydale) or Cire (Mooroolbark)

Salon Assisting – (1 year only) Inspiring Beauty - Bayswater

Electro & Plumbing - Swinburne Croydon

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popular vet courses

Building & Construction – Aquinas College (Ringwood) & Ranges Tec (Lilydale)

Animal Studies (Reptile focus) – Lilydale High School

Music – Billanook or Mount Lilydale College

Music – Sound Production focus – Aquinas College

Equine – Box Hill – Lilydale

Sport & Rec – Aquinas (Ringwood) or Norwood (Outdoor Ed focus)

Make Up – Box Hill -Lilydale

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Poll

i am interested in completing a VET subject either within VCE OR THE VCE VM

• YES

• NO