rate; these will usually be considerably higher. It is important to note that some VET subjects also have additional costs. VET Hospitality students, for example, are required to purchase their own chef’s uniform. Details of additional costs and levies will be in the booklist. For off campus VET offerings refer to the GoTAFE & TEC websites. Please discuss your VET options with the VET Coordinator, Mr Trent Allan
VET Courses at Galen VET Building and Construction - Pre Apprenticeship - Cert II
The VET Building & Construction program offers students prevocational training in the building and construction industry. The program is designed to give students the opportunity to gain experience across the building trade while learning all facets of this industry. Units include safe use of hand and power tools in the 1st year, construct sub floor and wall framing in the 2nd year then roof frame construction and scaffold erection and dismantling in the 3rd year. Students will also have the opportunity to obtain the Construction Induction Card which will allow them to work on a construction site. The course is delivered over 3 years and will provide the students with a Certificate II in Building & Construction (Pre-Apprenticeship).
VET Engineering - Cert II
Certificate II in Engineering Studies provides pre-employment training and pathways into apprenticeships and traineeships in the metals and engineering industries. The course covers OHS in the work environment, use of hand and power tools, career planning for the engineering industry, machining processes and fabrication techniques. The students will complete a number of items eg. Water Jug & Tool Box in their first year. All VCE VET courses require the satisfactory completion of a number of Units of Competence in order to attain the Certificate. This course is delivered over two years with Units 3 and 4 offering scored assessment. Students can undertake an external exam in second year and therefore obtain an ATAR score along with the Nationally accredited VET Certificate.
VET Hairdressing - Salon Assistant - Cert II
If you want to be a hairdresser, this is where you start! This hands-on learning experience can provide you with a head start to a career in hairdressing, and the training that you undertake will count towards your training requirements as an apprentice. The course covers essential aspects of the hairdressing industry such as basin services, braiding, products and services, drying hair to shape as well as customer service, head neck and shoulder massage and working safely in a salon environment. Galen VET Hairdressing students study the course at Borinya one day per week in a simulated salon workplace environment.
VET Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) - Cert II
If you want to be a chef, or just love cooking, this is a great qualification for you. The Year 10 2022 Course Guide
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