Frequently Asked Questions - School Administration

A VCE VET program is constructed around a nationally recognised qualification, usually at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level II or III. Some VCE VET programs offer more than a single qualification's outcome.

School Administration

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Who do I talk to about funding for VET?

• The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD), Youth Transitions Division, (www.education.vic.gov.au/sensecyouth/default.htm) is responsible for funding for VET in Government schools. Phone: (03) 9637 2563
  
• Independent and Catholic schools need to contact sector authorities.

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How do I investigate a program's accreditation status?

All nationally recognised qualifications can be found on the National Training Information Services (NTIS) (www.ntis.gov.au) website.

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If I have a VASS problem relating to VET to whom do I talk?

If you are not responsible for VASS, talk to your VASS coordinator first. For further advice, contact VASS support.

Tel: 1800 827 721

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Who is responsible for results?

The RTO must assess competence and pass on results to the home school for entry on VASS.

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Related resources

Links to organisations and initiatives:

• Australian Qualifications Framework (www.aqf.edu.au)
• Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) (www.education.vic.gov.au)
• Apprenticeships and Traineeships (www.skills.vic.gov.au/apprentices)
• TAFE Courses Directory (www.skills.vic.gov.au/get-training/find-a-provider-or-university)
• Industry Skills Councils (www.isc.org.au)
• Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN) (www.llen.vic.gov.au)
• Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (www.dest.gov.au)
• The VCAA Acronyms and Glossary