Study is governed by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) which is responsible for the curriculum, assessment and reporting of both the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL).
VCAAThe Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning is a qualification that skills students in preparation for further training and or apprenticeships in trade. The principles of Applied Learning heavily focus on a student centred approach to embed and further develop employability and life skills. At Northern Bay we adopt the approach of developing and fine tuning deep learning using the competencies and student voice to devise theme project based learning. Northern Bay College has three Certificates from year 10 to 12 based upon individual levels.
We integrate curriculum, based on student choice and needs which reflect the relevant frameworks. Students migrate through the levels building a repertoire of skill sets reflecting their best pieces of evidence in their Portfolio which is formally showcased, in intervals through the duration of the year. We pride our program on teamwork and communication amongst staff and students to collaborate a dynamic program.
The VCAL learning program must include Vocational Education and Training (VET) units of competency. However, you are not required to focus on or complete any single VET qualification. For example, you can choose to undertake various units of competency from a range of VET qualifications to meet the VCAL requirements, and gain experience in a range of vocational areas. The range of VET options is extensive with recognised training packages available from industries including automotive, engineering, building and construction, hospitality, business, music industry skills, retail cosmetic services, nail technology, hair and beauty, sport and recreation. Alternatively a school based apprenticeship/Traineeship (SBAT) is required to obtain a VCAL certificate.
VCAL units at each level reflect the progression in the development of knowledge, skills and attributes, Year level does not necessarily depict what level certificate students are entered into. For example:
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