Back to VCAA Bulletin No. 54 - November 2019
Update on revised VCE VET programs
The following VCE VET programs have been updated and approved by the VCAA for implementation in 2020:
- VCE VET Equine
- VCE VET Electrotechnology
- VCE VET Information, Digital Media and Technology (see below)
- VCE VET Sport and Recreation (see below).
Full program structures for 2020 will be published on the respective program pages.
VCE VET program summary and updates for 2020
The 2020 program summary and program updates will be available on the VCE VET program webpage in January 2020.
VCE VET Scored Assessment Workshop: Revisions to task types for 2020
The VCAA has undertaken a review of VCE VET scored assessment. The VET Unit will be conducting a workshop on Thursday 5 December 2019 from 9am to 12.30pm on the changes to tasks types, how to modify coursework tasks to comply with the new rules, and the new tools for task types. This workshop is nearing capacity and a waiting list is currently in place. A further workshop may be scheduled in early February 2020, along with a short webinar outlining the changes. A round of program-specific scored assessment workshops will be conducted in March 2020.
To register for this professional learning activity, go to the VCE VET Scored Assessment Workshops webpage.
VCAA VET Statewide Workshops
The VCAA is conducting VET Statewide Workshops to deliver updates for schools and providers regarding the VET Delivered to Secondary Students program. These workshops will take place across Victoria during November 2019.
Refer to Notice to Schools 126/2019.
High-level VET qualification applications
Providers and schools wishing to deliver Certificate IV or higher VET qualifications in 2020 must submit an application to the VCAA prior to commencement of any training.
The revised application form and information for high-level VET qualifications will be available shortly on the Block Credit Recognition webpage.
VCE VET scored assessment audit
School coursework audit notification (SCAN) emails will be sent to selected schools and registered training organisations for the 2019 audit of their scored VCE VET programs. It is important to follow the instructions included with the email. The identified Assessing Group has the responsibility of providing the audit material to the VCAA. Questions regarding the audit can be directed to the VET Unit on (03) 9032 1737. Schools selected for audit in 2019 are those that did not follow up on their 2018 audit results.
A full audit program will recommence in 2020 following the introduction of the revised VCE VET scored assessment arrangements.
VCE VET State Reviewer vacancies for 2020
Applications are invited for the vacant VCE VET State Reviewer positions for 2020 in the following VCE VET program areas:
- Integrated Technologies
- Community Services
- Furnishing.
State Reviewers can be teachers of the program at Units 3 and 4 levels. The role is a paid position and those appointed are required to undertake a range of activities, including participating in VCAA professional development, providing feedback and advice to schools and registered training organisations, assisting in the preparation of published advice regarding scored assessment, conducting coursework audits and preparing feedback as a result of the coursework audits. Appointments will be made from 1 January to
31 December 2020.
For more information and to apply, email vet.vcaa@edumail.vic.gov.au.
VCE VET Sport and Recreation
The Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation has been revised and the majority of units rewritten. The revised VCE VET program will not be available until later this year, following the publication of Purchasing Hours for the units and approval by the VCAA committees. The VCE VET program will closely reflect SIS20419 Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation (available on training.gov.au).
There will also be changes to the electives in Certificate II and III in Sport and Recreation. These changes will be published later in 2019.
The Unit 3–4 sequence will change, with the following two units being deleted:
- SISSSCO101 Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices
- SISSSPT303A Conduct basic warm up and cool down programs.
The replacement units will be confirmed later in November, with the updated program structure being available on the VCE VET Sport and Recreation webpage in December.
VCE VET Information, Digital Media and Technology
The ICT30115 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology has been superseded and replaced by ICT30118 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology from 2019.
There have been minor changes to the qualification, with all students undertaking training required to be enrolled in the new qualification from 2020. Further details and program structure will be available on the VCE VET Information, Digital Media and Technology webpage in December. There will be no change to the Unit 3–4 sequence and scored assessment.
Discovering Rail Careers event
The Certificate II in Heavy and Light Rail Fundamentals (Pre-vocational) is scheduled to commence in 2020. This course is for secondary students considering a career pathway into the expanding rail industry.
The Rail Academy is conducting a half-day workshop for students and staff to promote the rail industry and increase understanding about learning and work opportunities. Hear from industry experts and find out how to locate and effectively use career information. Student career practitioners, counsellors and student teachers will benefit from attending.
The Discovering Rail Careers event will take place on Wednesday 20 November 2019 from 10am to 12pm at the Rail Academy, Shea Street, Newport.
To register, email railcareers@levelcrossings.vic.gov.au.
For further information and flyers promoting the event, contact 0459 869 828.
VET program video library
The VET program video library hosts a series of short documentaries, each featuring a student undertaking a specific VET program, highlighting their experiences and the opportunities these programs offer.
Refer to Notice to Schools 131/2019.