Skip Ribbon Commands
Skip to main content
Sign In Skip to Content

VCAA Bulletin
No.85 – February 2023

VET

2023 VCE VET program updates

There have been a number of changes to qualifications that make up VCE VET programs. These include programs that have been redeveloped for implementation in 2023 where:

  • continuous improvement has resulted in changes to units of competency (UoC) and program structure
  • redevelopment has been undertaken and revised programs are to be implemented from 2023
  • a revised scored Unit 3–4 sequence is available for the first time in 2023

Teachers and trainers must make sure they are aware of the changes and deliver the correct UoCs as published.

VCE VET programs with major changes

  • Applied Language
  • Community Services
  • Hair and Beauty
  • Hospitality (including Kitchen Operations and Cookery)
  • Information and Communications Technology.

VCE VET programs with minor changes

  • Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation and Ecosystem Management
  • Animal Care
  • Applied Fashion Design and Technology
  • Building and Construction
  • Business
  • Civil Infrastructure
  • Electrical Industry
  • Engineering Studies
  • Equine Studies
  • Health
  • Integrated Technologies
  • Sport and Recreation

Download the VCE VET program summary for an overview of each VCE VET program, including new details of VASS Training Package Industry Groups for credit purposes.


2023 VCE VET program summary

VCE VET Community Services program

CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services and CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services have been separated into individual certificates on VASS. Use the corresponding certificate code (CHC22015 or CHC32015) when enrolling students.

VCE VET Hair and Beauty program

SHB20116 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics, SHB30115 Certificate III in Beauty Services and SHB30215 Certificate III in Make-Up are available for continuing students only.

SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services, SHB20121 Certificate II Retail Cosmetics, and SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up are new for 2023 and have been combined into one certificate on VASS. Please use certificate code SHB30121 when enrolling students into any of these three qualifications.

VCE VET Hospitality program

Students commencing the Hospitality Program in 2023 must enrol in these new qualifications:

  • SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality
  • SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery

SIT20316 Certificate II in Hospitality and SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations have been extended until 31 January 2024 for continuing students to complete their studies. Imported units have not been extended and must be updated to the current version.

The VCE VET Hospitality scored Unit 3–4 sequence for 2023 will be:

  • SITHFAB004 Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages – 20 hours
  • SITHFAB005 Prepare and serve espresso coffee – 30 hours
  • SITHFAB007 Serve food and beverage – 80 hours
  • SITHFAB036 Provide advice on food – 40 hours
  • SITXFIN001 Process financial transactions – 25 hours

Imported unit SITHFAB016 Provide advice on food has been superseded by SITHFAB036 Provide advice on food.

The VCE VET Hospitality Kitchen Operations scored Unit 3–4 sequence for 2023 will be:

  • SITHCCC011 Use cookery skills effectively – 50 hours
  • SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes – 35 hours
  • SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads – 25 hours
  • SITHCCC007 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups – 35 hours
  • SITHCCC008 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes – 45 hours

Imported unit SITHCCC012 Prepare poultry dishes has been superseded by SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes. The hours have increased to 35. The new unit is not equivalent and trainers should compare and contrast the two units and assessment requirements to identify the new requirements.

VCE VET Information and Communications Technology program

There are changes to the scored Unit 3 hours 4 sequence from ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology. Imported unit ICTSAS304 Provide basic system administration has been superseded by ICTSAS312 Provide basic system administration. The new unit is equivalent.

The VCE VET Information and Communications Technology (ICT) scored Unit 3–4 sequence for 2023 will be:

  • ICTICT313 Identify IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments – 50 hours
  • ICTSAS305 Provide ICT advice to clients – 40 hours
  • ICTSAS309 Maintain and repair ICT equipment and software – 20 hours
  • ICTSAS310 Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network – 50 hours
  • ICTSAS312 Provide basic system administration – 20 hours

VCE VET Integrated Technologies program

There are changes to electives and the scored sequence in this program for 2023.

The VCE VET Integrated Technologies scored Unit 3 –4 sequence for 2023 will be:

  • VU23111 Apply electrotechnology knowledge and skills in integrated technologies work – 80 hours
  • VU23112 Use Computer Aided Drafting and Design software applications in integrated technologies work – 20 hours
  • VU23113 Carry out an integrated technologies project – 60 hours

Scored assessment webinars

You are invited to attend the upcoming VCE VET scored assessment webinars between 6–24 March.

A program-specific session will be held for each VCE VET program with scored assessment.

Register now

2022 VCE VET coursework audits

Results and feedback from 2022 VCE VET coursework audits will be sent to principals and managers of the Assessing Group of the VCE VET program and RTO partners this month.

Teachers of VCE VET programs that were audited should make sure they receive the outcome of their audit from their principal or manager. If audit results indicate that improvement in task design is required, teachers should attend the relevant VCE VET scored assessment webinar in March.

Schools are asked to share this information with their RTO partners.

Material to support scored assessment

For trainers and teachers wishing to update or review their VCE VET scored coursework tasks, refer to the VCE VET scored assessment page for the VCE VET Scored Assessment Guide, templates and scoring criteria. Updated assessment plans for 2023 will be available later this term for all scored VCE VET programs on the program-specific pages.


Go to VCE VET scored assessment

Expressions of interest for 2023 VCE VET programs under review

If you are an experienced teacher or trainer, consider becoming a member of our reference groups for the major review and redevelopment of these VCE VET programs:

  • VCE VET Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation and Ecosystem Management
  • VCE VET Applied Fashion Design and Technology
  • VCE VET Community Services
  • VCE VET Equine Studies
  • VCE VET Furnishing
  • VCE VET Health
  • VCE VET Laboratory Skills
  • VCE VET Sport and Recreation

These programs remain unchanged for 2023. We will notify you of any future VCE VET program redevelopments in the Bulletin.


Register your interest

Infection prevention and control units of competency

In accordance with the Australian Industry and Skills Committee direction, the new infection prevention and control units should replace the superseded units in all current CHC and HLT qualifications. No transition period is available. All new units must be delivered from 1 March 2023. This does not apply to schools still completing superseded qualifications.

New VCE VET program chart

A new Get VET VCE VET program chart poster is now available. This poster provides a list of all VCE VET programs, including if a program offers Units 1–2 and Units 3–4 and can be undertaken as scored or non-scored.


Download poster

High level VET qualification applications are now due

Any qualification at Certificate IV or Diploma level is considered a high-level qualification for senior secondary purposes.

Schools or providers planning to deliver high-level VET qualifications in 2023 must submit an application for approval before commencing any training.


Find out more and apply

VCE VET Engineering Studies state reviewer

Applications are invited for the role of VCE VET State Reviewer in the VCE VET Engineering Studies program area.

Applicants can be teachers of the program at Units 3 and 4 levels. The role is paid and involves a range of activities, including participating in professional development, providing feedback and advice to schools and RTOs, preparing published advice regarding scored assessment, conducting coursework audits and preparing feedback as a result of the coursework audits.

Contact
Matthew Braithwaite
VET Program Manager
email: Matthew.Braithwaite@education.vic.gov.au