had completed VCE or VCAL. Other learners had completed lower level qualifications at the Certificate II or III level. Feedback from a regional perspective emphasized the strong relationship between educational attainment and employment outcomes. Some regions have high unemployment rates for those aged 25 to 34 years who had completed Certificate I & II, but had not completed Year 12 (13.2%) and those who did not complete Year 12 without any further post school qualification (13.3%).(ABS, Census of Population and Housing, Usual Residence, 2011). Unemployment rates were considerably lower for those who had completed tertiary education at the Bachelor degree, Advanced Diploma and Diploma level. Employment outcomes were also better for those who had attained Certificate III or IV qualifications. Student feedback indicated strong support for the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation. Students identified a number of pathway destinations including: Science Engineering Education Science/zoology Speech pathology Occupational therapy Medical science Nursing Oral health Students indicated that the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation provided them with the essential skills and knowledge to prepare them to participate in Higher Education degrees in a of fields. Students indicated that the certificate enabled them to develop the following skills and knowledge: presentation skills for participation in higher education English language skills contextualised to the specific discipline academic writing skills for a range of disciplines time management in relation to deadlines exposure to the different learning culture in Australia referencing paraphrasing The table below provides enrolment data for the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation between 2013 and 2014. An analysis of enrolment figures indicates that enrolments have generally remained steady between 2013 and 2014. All identified enrolments occur in TAFE Institutes where there are more opportunities of accessing pathways into VET or Higher Education.
VU20761 Prepare for tertiary reading and writing VU21865 Prepare for tertiary reading and writing Equivalent VU20762 Communicate verbally in a further context VU21866 Communicate verbally in a further context Equivalent VU20763 Participate in collaborative learning VU21867 Participate in collaborative learning Equivalent VU20764 Conduct online research for further study VU21868 Conduct online research for further study Equivalent VU20765 Prepare a portfolio and application VU21869 Prepare a portfolio and application Equivalent VU20766 Participate in online collaborative learning VU21870 Participate in online collaborative learning Equivalent VU21058 Use a of techniques to solve mathematical problems VU21058 Use a range of techniques to solve mathematical problems Equivalent VU21513 Use critical reading and writing skills for further study VU21513 Use critical reading and writing skills for further Equivalent VU20746 Apply essential further study skills VU20746 Apply essential further study skills Equivalent CUVPRP404A Develop self as artist Deleted No equivalent unit included CUVDRA301A Produce drawings Deleted No equivalent unit included CUVPAI301A Produce paintings Deleted No equivalent unit included CUVPHI520A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work Deleted No equivalent unit included TLIE4013A Apply workplace statistics Deleted No equivalent unit included PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information PSPGEN027 Gather and analyse information Equivalent BSBPMG522A Undertake project work BSBPMG522 Undertake project work Equivalent
BSBCMM401A Make a presentation BSBCMM401 Make a presentation Equivalent BSBITU404A Produce complex desktop published documents BSBITU404 Produce complex desktop published documents Equivalent BSBITU304A Produce spreadsheets BSBITU304 Produce spreadsheets Equivalent VU21381 Create a range of highly complex texts for learning purposes imported unit VU21385 Use formal mathematical concepts and techniques to analyse and problems Newly imported unit VU21383 Analyse and evaluate numerical and statistical information Newly imported unit VU21081 Work mathematically with statistics and calculus imported unit MEM23007A Apply calculus to engineering tasks Newly imported unit MEM30012A Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment (prereq for MEM23007A) Newly imported unit MEM23004A Apply technical mathematics (Prereq for MEM23007A) Newly imported unit MEM23005A Apply statistics and probability techniques to engineering tasks Newly imported unit VU20747 Research fields of study and enquiry Newly imported unit VU20754 Participate in academic research imported unit VU20758 Analyse literary texts and genres Newly imported unit
VU21868 120199 Conduct online research for further study 40 Electives VU21869 120199 Prepare a portfolio and application 40 VU21870 120199 Participate in online collaborative learning 30 VU21058 120183 Use a range of techniques to solve mathematical problems 110 VU21513 120103 Use critical reading and writing skills for further study 40 VU20746 120105 Apply essential further study skills 90 PSPGEN027 N/A Gather and analyse information 30 BSBPMG522 N/A Undertake project work 60 BSBCMM401 N/A Make a presentation 30 BSBITU404 N/A Produce complex desktop published documents 50 BSBITU304 N/A Produce spreadsheets 35 VU21381 120103 Create a of highly complex texts for learning purposes 30 VU21385 120103 Use formal mathematical concepts and techniques to analyse and solve problems 50 VU21383 120103 Analyse and evaluate numerical and statistical information 50 VU21081 010101 Work mathematically with statistics and calculus 50 VU20934 010199 Apply mathematical techniques to scientific contexts 70 MEM23007A N/A calculus to engineering tasks 80 MEM23004A N/A Apply technical mathematics (Prerequisite for MEM23007A) 80 MEM30012A N/A Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment 40 MEM23005A N/A Apply statistics and probability techniques to engineering tasks 40 VU20747 120105 Research fields of study and enquiry 40 VU20754 120105 Participate in academic research 80 VU20758 120199 Analyse literary texts and genres 90 Nominal duration 395 – 690
Required documentation for study pathway and additional requirements may include: short term study goals long term study goals courses and content location of courses cost of courses length of course employment opportunities course pathways specific entry requirements sources of information about further study Review study pathway with others may include: peer evaluation seeking guidance and advice from careers advisers working with mentors arranging interviews with university personnel to clarify requirements seeking advice from teachers / family members / current university students asking someone to help with editing / correction of grammar Presentation format may include: formal presentation with PowerPoint, interview / panel group discussion Parameters may include: time limit collaborative or solo presentation scheduling / date(s) Artefacts and information may include: CV certificates portfolio pieces documents samples third party reports, references personal philosophy
Unit Code VU21869 Unit Title Prepare a portfolio and application Unit Descriptor This unit describes the skills and knowledge to prepare, produce and present a portfolio to assist in application for to a course of tertiary study. Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills. Application of the Unit This unit applies to learners seeking to enter tertiary study through alternative pathways. Element Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. Elements describe actions or outcomes that are demonstrable and assessable. Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element – they identify the standard for the element. Where bold/italicised text is used, further information or explanation is detailed in the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. 1 Analyse portfolio requirements 1.1 Analyse and confirm selection criteria for proposed course of study and any special entry requirements where relevant 1.2 Determine timeline and arrangements for application and portfolio presentation with others 1.3 Gather and select supporting documentation 1.4 Identify Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment potential where appropriate 1.5 Appraise own pieces of work or performances 1.6 Select work appropriate to selection criteria and requirements 2 Construct a portfolio appropriate to identified purpose and criteria 2.1 Investigate and select from a of presentation options 2.2 Prepare portfolio in chosen presentation option 2.3 Complete required written documentation 2.4 Review portfolio with others and adjust where necessary prior to presentation 2.5 Use knowledge of technical language and the to prepare presentation according to requirements
Unit Code VU21870 Unit Title Participate in online collaborative learning Unit Descriptor This unit describes the skills and knowledge to participate effectively in an online collaborative learning environment for tertiary study such as online group activities and discussions. Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills. Application of the Unit This unit applies to learners seeking to enter tertiary study through alternative pathways and who will need to participate effectively in collaborative learning in online study environments. Element Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. Elements describe actions or outcomes that are demonstrable and assessable. Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element – they identify the standard for the element. bold/italicised text is used, further information or explanation is detailed in the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. 1 Prepare for online collaborative learning environment 1.1 Determine purpose, criteria and topic of online activity 1.2 Access and use online learning technology to participate in activity according to criteria 1.3 Prepare and document considered responses to online activity 2 Conduct collaborative online activity 2.1 Post responses appropriate online etiquette 2.2 Acknowledge contributions of others using appropriate techniques 3 Evaluate effectiveness of online participation 3.1 Establish purpose of evaluation 3.2 Use reflective processes to determine strengths and weaknesses of online contributions 3.3 Access support of others in evaluation of online contributions and activities 3.4 Use evaluation outcomes to improve contributions and online activities Required Knowledge and Skills This describes the essential skills and knowledge and level required for this unit.