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2017 COURSE GUIDE

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN SCHOOLS

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This guide provides information for students, parents and school Vocational Education and Training (VET) Coordinators on VET courses that can be studied whilst Year 11 and 12 high school students are still at school. These courses form part of a student’s learning pathway for their senior schooling. Students are advised to discuss their interest to participate in the VET in Schools (VETiS) program with their parents and school VET Coordinator.

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The information contained within this guide is for domestic students who are either an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen. Published by CQUniversity Australia (May 2016). The information in this publication was correct at time of printing however is subject to change. Check the CQUniversity website for the latest information.

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When submitting your application to CQUniversity please note that applications will only be accepted through CQUniversity’s VETiS mailbox: [email protected]. Applications received outside of the VETiS mailbox will not be accepted.

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Students have the option to choose between Certificate I, II and III level courses in a wide variety of disciplines.

VETiS STUDY OPTIONS There are four ways to undertake a VETiS program: a school based apprentice or trainee. For 1 Become more information on school based apprenticeships or traineeships, please visit training.qld.gov.au/ apprentices/sats/index.html. VET courses with CQUniversity – delivered at one 2 Study of our locations. VET courses with CQUniversity – delivered 3 Study by distance education. Supported distance mode is available with classes of 12 or more students. This may be delivered through tutorials either face-to-face or via video conference.

BENEFITS OF VETiS PROGRAM

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school forms a partnership, sometimes entering into 4 The a third party agreement, with CQUniversity, enabling VET qualified high school teachers to deliver training to students at their respective schools. You’ll find details regarding Partnered School locations in the course information from pages 4 – 16. Specific information on partnered schools may be provided by your School VET Co-ordinator and CQUniversity representative or by making a specific enquiry via email to [email protected]. For more information on VETiS study options check out the VETiS Fact Sheet available at training.qld.gov.au/vetis.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To participate in the VETiS program students must: » remain enrolled in and attend a Queensland school throughout the duration of the program » be in Year 11 or 12* to participate in most programs » identify the VETiS program in their Senior Education and Training (SET) plan » have a sound achievement result in Year 10 numeracy and literacy subjects or equivalent prior to enrolling in the program. * Applications may also be considered for Year 10 students who meet the eligibility requirements and would like to apply to study a course under the VETiS program. In this instance, please contact [email protected] prior to completing and submitting an application form.


CQUniversity Australia is a registered training organisation and through the Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) program, offers Year 11 and 12* high school students the opportunity to study a range of vocational education and training (VET) courses as part of their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).


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COURSE FEES AND CHARGES From 1 July 2014, the Queensland Government VET investment budget will fund employment stream qualifications. The VETiS qualifications that are funded by the Queensland Government’s VET investment budget are listed on the Queensland Government Department of Education and Training (DET) Training Subsidies List available at www.training.qld.gov.au. Certificate III qualifications that are not on the DET Training Subsidies List are available to study as full-fee paying courses. If fees are applicable to your studies, you may be eligible for a payment plan to cover some or all of the costs of your studies, more details are available at www.cqu.edu.au/fees. The Queensland Government funds only one successful VETiS program. Please ensure to select the program that will best suit your career goals. The Queensland Government 2016-17 Training Subsidies list is expected to be available in June 2016 and once available the fully funded courses offered at CQUniversity will be provided on our website at www.cqu.edu.au/vetis. Not all courses listed within this guide are fully-funded (fee free). Please visit www.cqu.edu.au/vetis for the current list of fully funded courses offered at CQUniversity.

STUDY OPTIONS WITH CQUNIVERSITY AFTER LEAVING SCHOOL If you’re interested in post-school VET study options then you’ll find a number of options available at CQUniversity such as the Certificate 3 Guarantee and fee-free training for year 12 graduates that may be subsidised by the Queensland Government. Certificate 3 Guarantee The Certificate 3 Guarantee supports eligible individuals to complete your first post-school certificate III level qualification and increase your skills to move into employment, re-enter the workforce or advance your career. The program is open to any Queensland resident aged 15 years or over who is no longer at school (with the exception of VET in Schools students) and is an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency. Prospective students must not have or be enrolled in a certificate III level or higher qualification, not including qualifications completed at school and foundations skills training. For a fact sheet on the Certificate 3 Guarantee visit www.training.qld.gov.au/ certificate3guarantee. Fee-free training for Year 12 graduates

WORK PLACEMENT Some courses listed within this guide require you to participate in some work placement activities relevant to your training. In some courses this is a mandatory requirement. These placement hours are in addition to normal classroom attendance and will be organised and administered by your school unless otherwise advised.

Year 12 graduates can take advantage of the fee-free training for Year 12 graduates under the Certificate 3 Guarantee. To be eligible you must commence training within the calendar year following completion of Year 12. The program is only applicable to predetermined courses in high priority study areas. For more details visit www.training.qld.gov.au/year12feefree.

SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS CQUniversity partners with schools in a number of locations to enable CQUniversity teachers or VET qualified high school teachers to deliver training at schools. As part of our school partnership arrangements, your school will be provided with support, learning and assessment resources to assist with delivery of high quality and relevant training. Your students will be enrolled with CQUniversity and issued with a CQUniversity qualification or result of assessment upon successful completion of their training. There are a number of courses where partnership delivery options are available. To discuss a partnership arrangement, please contact our VETiS Coordinator by email to [email protected].

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCHOOL TEACHERS Enhance your skills by enrolling in the TAE40110 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. This training option is available for high school teachers who are interested in delivering VET qualifications at their school in their area of expertise or specialisation. To discuss training opportunities for school teachers, please contact our VETiS Coordinator by email to [email protected].

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parents and School Check out the information within this guide in consultation with your ersity about the CQUniv and ator Coordin VET School , parents VET Coordinator. Talk to your If you would like further pathways and study options available to help you reach your goals. qu.edu.au/vetis. information on any of the courses available at CQUniversity visit www.c You’ve decided on the study pathway to reach your goals, that’s great. Not all courses within this guide are subsidised by the Queensland Government, so now’s the time for you to visit www.cqu.edu.au/vetis or email [email protected] for details of costs that may be associated with your chosen course. VETiS courses within this guide may be subsidised (fee free) or fee for service (full fees payable).

nt Form. The VETiS Application for With parental consent, fill in the 2017 VETiS Application for Enrolme is. When completing your Enrolment Form can be downloaded from www.cqu.edu.au/vet ted in full, including; Application for Enrolment Form, please ensure all sections are comple Learner Unique Identifier (LUI). parental consent, school consent, unique student identifier (USI) and u. You will also need to provide If you do not have a USI you will need to apply for one at www.usi.gov.a enrolment will be sent to your an email address that you check regularly as confirmation of your will be returned for correction. nominated email. Any incomplete forms will not be processed and

Now that your Application for Enrolment Form is complete, you’ll need to submit this form to your School VET Coordinator or Career Adviser with a copy of your birth certificate. Your School VET Coordinator, in consultation with your School Principal, will complete the approval sections on the form, and confirm all details are true and correct. ator will then submit roval section, your VET Coordin app ool sch the of ion plet com Following ificate directly to our VETiS m with a copy of your birth cert For ent olm Enr for tion lica your App d via this mailbox. that applications are only accepte note se Plea u. du.a qu.e s@c veti mailbox: e 6, with an on-time closing dat courses open 1 August 201 iS VET 7 201 for s tion lica App of 30 September 2016. your form to your School VET fast, so remember to submit A lot of our VETiS courses fill applications may be accepted to secure your enrolment. Late Coordinator by the closing date CQUniversity, however will be mencement of Term 1, 2017 at until one week prior to the com dependent on class numbers. Our VETiS team will process your Application for Enrolment Form and provide you with confirmation of your enrolment by email to your nominated email address. If you have completed and submitted your application on-time (by 30 September) you’ll receive this by the end of October 2016. You’ll also receive details on your VETiS course start dates and class details – you’ll find that most of our VETiS courses start in February 2017 and follow your high school terms.

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*Some classroom based courses and all online courses have a mid-year intake.

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At CQUniversity we’re here to help you every step of the way. If you’re interested in studying a VETiS course in 2017, starting in February or mid-year*, follow the below steps to complete and submit your application.

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COURSE DIRECTORY CQUniversity offers VETiS courses on-campus at a number of locations across Queensland. We also offer you the flexibility to study VETiS courses by distance education so you can study from anywhere across Australia, however, you must be enrolled in a Queensland school. VETiS courses that are available to study by distance education may have workshops to attend (some may be compulsory) and you’ll complete these workshops at the CQUniversity campus or study centre closest to you or by videoconference. CQUniversity aims to offer the latest training packages available where possible and for some of these courses registration is expected soon. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information. Most VETiS courses commence in Term 1 (February), 2017. To view specific study dates and class or workshop details for each location visit www.cqu.edu.au/vetis. COURSE

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Distance Education Biloela, Gladstone City, Distance Education

1 year 1 year

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Distance Education

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Supported Distance, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

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Partnered Schools

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Partnered Schools

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Emerald Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

1.5 years 1 year

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Emerald (Supported Distance), Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

1.5 years 1 year

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Emerald Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

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Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City Partnered Schools (Emerald region)

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Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Distance Education)

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Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

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BUSINESS, ACCOUNTING AND LAW Business BSB20115 - Certificate II in Business BSB30415 - Certificate III in Business Administration Retail SIR20212 - Certificate II in Retail Services Supply Chain and Logistics TLI21810 - Certificate II in Logistics

CREATIVE, PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Visual Arts CUA20715 - Certificate II in Visual Arts

EDUCATION AND HUMANITIES Childcare CHC30113 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

ENGINEERING TRADES Automotive AUR20712 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation Construction CPC10111 - Certificate I in Construction Electrical UEE22011 - Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) Engineering MEM20413 - Certificate II in Engineering Pathways Infrastructure RII20113 - Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation Process Plant Operations PMA20113 - Certificate II in Process Plant Operations

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QCE DURATION UNITS CREDITS PAGE

Partnered Schools Distance Education (with workshops at specified locations)

2 years 1 year

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Rockhampton North, Distance Education (with workshops at 2 years specified locations) Distance Education 2 years

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Gladstone City, Mackay City, Rockhampton City

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Agriculture AHC21210 - Certificate II in Rural Operations Horticulture

Partnered Schools

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15

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AHC20410 - Certificate II in Horticulture

Gladstone City, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Yeppoon region)

1 year

15

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Laboratory Operations MSL20109 - Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement MSL30109 - Certificate III in Laboratory Skills

Gladstone City, Mackay City, Rockhampton City Gladstone City, Mackay City, Rockhampton City

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8 5

4 8

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Mackay City Gladstone City, Rockhampton City

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15 15

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Mackay City, Rockhampton City Mackay City, Rockhampton City Mackay City, Rockhampton City

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13 12 7-10

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Distance Education (with workshops at specified locations)

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HEALTH Fitness SIS20113 - Certificate II in Community Activities SIS30315 - Certificate III in Fitness Healthcare HLT23215 - Certificate II in Health Support Services HLT33115 - Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL MEDIA Information Technology ICT20115 - Certificate II in Information, Digital Media and Technology

SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENT

SERVICE INDUSTRIES Beauty SHB30115 - Certificate III in Beauty Services SHB30215 - Certificate III in Make up Hairdressing SIH20111 - Certificate II in Hairdressing Hospitality SIT20316 - Certificate II in Hospitality SIT20416 - Certificate II in Kitchen Operations SIT30616 - Certificate III in Hospitality Tourism SIT20116 - Certificate II in Tourism

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You will need to check www.cqu.edu.au/vetis for the current list of fully funded VETiS courses available at CQUniversity.

BSB30415 - CERTIFICATE III IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION This course provides you with a broad range of administration competencies in varied work contexts such as using some discretion and judgement and providing some technical advice and support to a team. You will develop skills in communication, teamwork, problem solving, initiative and enterprise, planning and organisation, self-management, learning and technology.

BUSINESS, ACCOUNTING AND LAW If you are looking to work in business, retail, supply chain and logistics or tourism, then you will be interested in the study options CQUniversity has available. Choose from a range of courses to give your Business career a head start.

BUSINESS BSB20115 - CERTIFICATE II IN BUSINESS This course provides an introduction to an office environment and will allow you to develop skills in word processing documents, working and communicating effectively, working with spreadsheets, handling mail and filing. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in business include administration assistant, clerical worker, data entry operator, receptionist and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You must have access to a computer with internet access and will be provided with a CQUniversity student email address. LOCATIONS Distance Education

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in business administration include administration assistant, accounts receivable clerk, accounts payable clerk, junior personal assistant, data entry operator, receptionist and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You must have access to a computer with internet access and will be provided with a CQUniversity student email address. LOCATIONS Biloela, Gladstone City, Distance Education

RETAIL SIR20212 - CERTIFICATE II IN RETAIL SERVICES This course provides introductory skills and knowledge in the retail sector and will develop your retail operational knowledge to a basic level. You will learn about various retail settings such as specialty stores, supermarkets, department stores and retail outlets. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in retail services include sales assistant, checkout operator and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You must have access to a computer with internet access and will be provided with a CQUniversity student email address. LOCATIONS Distance Education (with workshops at specified locations)

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SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS TLI21810 - CERTIFICATE II IN LOGISTICS This course provides introductory skills and knowledge in logistics. You will develop skills in managing the flow of goods between organisations and customers. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in transport and logistics include logistics clerk, logistics support officer and more. WORK PLACEMENT It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS If you choose to study by distance education you will be required to: » Access online learning material via an internet connection at your school.

CREATIVE, PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Get practical real-world experience and follow your creative and artistic passion with our creative, performing and visual arts courses.

» Participate in monthly tutorial sessions delivered by video conference. This can be done from any CQUniversity campus. » Maintain email contact with your trainer. » Participate in one/two day campus workshops three times per study year to complete practical training and assessments. These workshops will be held on CQUniversity’s Emerald, Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City campuses. » Maintain academic progression and be self-motivated to complete units. LOCATIONS

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VISUAL ARTS CUA20715 - CERTIFICATE II IN VISUAL ARTS This qualification enables you to use a range of skills and techniques to produce art and craft works. You will have the ability to select, adapt and transfer skills to different situations. This course is designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in professional practice. Practical studio disciplines are available in painting, drawing, printmaking, and jewellery.

Distance Education, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

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Roles in visual arts include studio assistant, gallery assistant, artist, arts retail worker and more.

CQUniversity will consider additional location requests for this course. If you have students interested in studying this course at locations other than those mentioned above, please contact [email protected]. Please note that this course requires a minimum of 12 students at the nominated location.

LOCATIONS Partnered Schools

SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS There are a number of courses where partnership delivery options are available. To discuss a partnership arrangement, please contact our VETiS Coordinator by email to [email protected]. Delivery via a partnered school arrangement provides opportunities for schools to form a partnership with CQUniversity, enabling VET qualified high school teachers to deliver training to students at their respective schools. To view courses that currently have school partnership arrangements in place visit www.cqu.edu.au/vetis.

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EDUCATION AND HUMANITIES Love working with children and making a difference? Our Education and Humanities courses will get you there. Kick start your career in Early Childhood Education and Care at CQUniversity.

CHILDCARE CHC30113 - CERTIFICATE III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE This course is the nationally regulated entry level qualification for working in early childhood education and care. You’ll develop skills in assisting with the implementation of an approved learning framework and supporting the wellbeing, learning and development of children. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Employment opportunities may include Early Childhood Educator, Family Day Care Educator, School Aged Care Educator, Family Day Care Coordinator, or Nanny. WORK PLACEMENT You will be required to organise work placements each year at a licensed service. LOCATIONS Partnered Schools

ENGINEERING TRADES There are many study to options available to you if want ction, stru work within the trades of con ntation, electrical, fabrication, instrume mechanical and plumbing. Our trade courses will set you on ip the path towards an apprenticesh and or enhance your qualifications employability skills.

AUTOMOTIVE AUR20712 - CERTIFICATE II IN AUTOMOTIVE VOCATIONAL PREPARATION This course covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of servicing operations on light and heavy vehicles within an automotive service or repair business. Successful completion of this course enhances your employment opportunities if you are seeking an apprenticeship in the automotive trades. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Career opportunities include trades assistant, vehicle service assistant, automotive service assistant, automotive trainee and a gateway to an apprenticeship in light, heavy or auto electrical. WORK PLACEMENT It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. LOCATIONS Emerald, Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)

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CPC10111 - CERTIFICATE I IN CONSTRUCTION This course will provide you with an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. This course delivers you skills suited for entry into a range of construction occupations, such as joinery and shop fitting as well as carpentry, bricklaying and other occupations in general construction. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Successful completion of this course will enhance employment opportunities if you are seeking an apprenticeship in the construction trades. WORK PLACEMENT

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It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. If you are studying by distance education you will be required to: » Access online learning material via an internet connection at your school. » Maintain email contact with their trainer. » Participate in seven practical workshops (one workshop per term). These workshops are three days in duration and will be conducted at CQUniversity Emerald. » Maintain academic progression and be self-motivated to complete units. LOCATIONS Emerald (supported distance), Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Gladstone regions) Note CQUniversity will consider additional location requests for this course. If you have students interested in studying this course at locations other than those mentioned above please contact [email protected]. Please note that the distance with support workshops delivery mode requires a minimum of 12 students at the nominated location.

ELECTRICAL UEE22011 - CERTIFICATE II IN ELECTROTECHNOLOGY (CAREER START) This course is designed for those seeking an apprenticeship in the electrical industry and covers safety and basic skills and knowledge for work in an electrotechnology discipline. Some units attained in this qualification credit towards the listed apprenticeship training plan. This course is only available for entry if you are in Year 11. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Successful completion of this course enhances your employment opportunities if you are seeking an apprenticeship in the electrical trades. Following the completion of an electrical apprenticeship, career opportunities include; electrical contractor. WORK PLACEMENT It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. LOCATIONS Emerald, Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Gladstone region)


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PERSONAL PROTECTION(PPE) EQUIPMENT

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ENGINEERING

» Participate in practical workshops as negotiated with schools. Locations for these workshops will be advised upon enrolment.

MEM20413 - CERTIFICATE II IN ENGINEERING PATHWAYS

» Maintain academic progression and be self-motivated to complete units.

This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to enhance your prospects of employment in an engineering or related working environment. You will develop skills in communication, teamwork, problem solving, initiative and enterprise, planning and organising, self-management and hands on skills relevant to the industry.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Successful completion of this course enhances your employment opportunities in engineering trades; metal fabrication, fitting and machining, and diesel fitting. WORK PLACEMENT It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. LOCATIONS Gladstone City, Mackay Ooralea, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Emerald region)

INFRASTRUCTURE RII20113 - CERTIFICATE II IN RESOURCES AND INFRASTRUCTURE WORK PREPARATION In this course you will learn the basics of health and safety, risk management, communication, planning and preparing to undertake a task, hand and power tool operation, measurements and calculations. This course is a pathway qualification and will prepare you to undertake a Certificate III from the resources and infrastructure industry.

Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Distance Education) Notes CQUniversity will consider additional location requests for this course. If you have students interested in studying this course at locations other than those mentioned above please contact [email protected]. To offer the distance with workshops delivery mode this course requires a minimum of 12 students at the nominated location. This course is run in conjunction with the Queensland Minerals Energy Academy (QMEA). Delivery differs depending on location so as a distance student, you may have workshops to attend at your local campus, school or a designated site. These workshops are typically one week in duration and you will receive more information following enrolment.

PROCESS PLANT OPERATIONS PMA20113 - CERTIFICATE II IN PROCESS PLANT OPERATIONS This course has been developed as a technical qualification for use in the PMA08 Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package. This course is intended to prepare you to perform operational roles in the chemical, hydrocarbons or refined sectors. Entry to this course requires application direct to Education Queensland and Industry Partnerships (EQIP). The application process includes a formal interview and applicants will be advised of the success of their application prior to finalisation of their enrolment. No direct enrolments to CQUniversity are accepted for this course. Visit eqipgladstone.com.au for further information. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Operational roles in chemical, hydrocarbons or refining sectors.

WORK PLACEMENT

WORK PLACEMENT

It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements.

Meaningful involvement of industry is essential to achieving this qualification outcome; the second year of this course includes a formal structured workplace component.

RESOURCES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. If you are studying by distance education you will be required to: » Access online learning material via an internet connection at your school. » Maintain email contact with your trainer.

RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protective equipment. LOCATION Partnered Schools (Gladstone Region)

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This course will develop your skills and knowledge in a range of activities and functions requiring autonomous work within a defined range of exercise instruction situations and activities. This course is the entry qualification to work in the fitness industry. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in fitness include a fitness instructor for a gym or group exercise and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS

HEALTH If you’re interested in a career in ’s the health industry CQUniversity t health courses will be the righ of ge fit for you. With a huge ran pathways for future study, or the the qualification you need to enter workforce our courses in fitness re! and healthcare will get you the

FITNESS SIS20113 - CERTIFICATE II IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES This course provides the skills and knowledge for you to be competent in a range of activities and functions with a focus on customer contact such as assisting with the conduct of recreation activities, facility maintenance, operations, community recreation centres or facilities, indoor recreation facilities and leisure and aquatic centres. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in community activities include activity assistant, customer service assistant and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS A blue card is required for this course. If you do not hold a blue card, you will be provided with the relevant forms for completion. LOCATIONS Partnered schools

A blue card is required for this course. If you do not hold a blue card, you will be provided with the relevant forms for completion. LOCATIONS Distance Education (in some locations workshops are available)

HEALTHCARE HLT23215 - CERTIFICATE II IN HEALTH SUPPORT SERVICES If you are interested in providing support for the effective functioning of health services and assisting staff with the care of clients, then the Certificate II in Health Support Services is for you. This course provides the skills, knowledge and training for health support workers. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in health support include administration support, hospital assistant, maintenance assistant, pathology courier, food service worker, orderly and more. WORK PLACEMENT There are two work placements within this course, each of one week duration per year. These will be arranged by your school. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS A blue card is required for this course. If you do not hold a blue card, you will be provided with the relevant forms for completion. LOCATIONS Rockhampton North, Distance Education (with workshops at specified locations)


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SIS30315 - CERTIFICATE III IN FITNESS

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HLT33115 - CERTIFICATE III IN HEALTH SERVICES ASSISTANCE This course involves direct client contact under supervision across a range of roles. You will develop skills in providing assistance, to health professional staff, with the care of clients. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Careers in health services include roles as an assistant in nursing, orderly, nursing assistant, operating theatre technician, nursing support worker, theatre support, patient service attendant, ward assistant, patient support assistant, patient care assistant or ward support person. WORK PLACEMENT This course requires 80 hours work placement. This will be arranged by your school. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS A blue card is required for this course. If you do not hold a blue card, you will be provided with the relevant forms for completion. LOCATIONS Distance Education

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL MEDIA CQUniversity’s Information ise Technology (IT) courses recogn of our the impact of IT on all aspects day-to-day lives. Whether you’re or looking to start your career in IT, our , dy for a pathway for future stu et school-based IT course will me your learning needs.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ICT20115 - CERTIFICATE II IN INFORMATION, DIGITAL MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS There are a number of courses where partnership delivery options are available. To discuss a partnership arrangement, please contact our VETiS Coordinator by email to vetis@ cqu.edu.au. Delivery via a partnered school arrangement provides opportunities for schools to form a partnership with CQUniversity, enabling VET qualified high school teachers to deliver training to students at their respective schools. To view courses that currently have school partnership arrangements in place visit www.cqu.edu.au/vetis.

This course provides you with a foundation for a career in computers and modern technology by giving you fundamental information communication technology (ICT) knowledge and skills. You will be involved in areas such as an introduction to the IT environment, workplace health and safety, hardware and peripherals, software applications and client services. This qualification provides basic digital literacy skills to support a wide range of varying occupations. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in information technology include office assistant, records assistant, junior office support and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You must have access to a computer with internet, Windows 7/Windows 8.1/Windows 10 and a current Office Suite (Microsoft Office 2013/365/2016). LOCATIONS Gladstone City, Mackay City, Rockhampton City

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AHC20410 - CERTIFICATE II IN HORTICULTURE As a budding horticulturist you will learn to identify plants and soil types, potting and pruning, customer service and communication, gaining a solid grounding in your career. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in horticulture include horticulture worker, horticulture assistant and more.

SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENT CQUniversity’s science and environment courses cover a diverse range of areas including agriculture and rural operations, horticulture, laboratory skills, and sampling and measurement. If you’re interested in a starting a career in science our science and environment courses will help you get there.

AGRICULTURE AHC21210 - CERTIFICATE II IN RURAL OPERATIONS The skills and knowledge you acquire in this course may see you operating machinery and equipment including tractors and ride-on farm vehicles, completing basic repair of plant and equipment, basic fencing and maintenance of property and farming structures. You may also learn how to assist with crop maintenance and animal handling. This qualification provides an occupational outcome for industries and agencies in rural and regional Australia. This course is only available for entry if you are in Year 11. WORK PLACEMENT It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. LOCATIONS Partnered Schools

WORK PLACEMENT It is highly recommended that you participate in work experience in conjunction with your school arrangements. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to supply your own personal protection equipment. LOCATIONS Gladstone City, Rockhampton City, Partnered Schools (Yeppoon region)

LABORATORY OPERATIONS MSL20109 - CERTIFICATE II IN SAMPLING AND MEASUREMENT This qualification offers entry-level training for sampling and measurement skills applied across a range of industries. Upon completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of sampling and measurement as part of laboratory, production or field operations in the construction, manufacturing, resources and environmental industry sectors. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in sampling and measurement include sampler and tester, plant operator, production operator, field assistant, production personnel and more. LOCATIONS Gladstone City, Mackay City, Rockhampton City

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MSL30109 - CERTIFICATE III IN LABORATORY SKILLS In this course you will learn how to work effectively in a laboratory. You will develop skills in performing basic laboratory analysis, maintaining equipment, calibrating test equipment, processing and recording data, communication and teamwork. This course may lead to a career as a laboratory technician, instrument operator or similar. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in laboratory operations include lab technician, instrument operator and more. LOCATIONS Gladstone City, Mackay City, Rockhampton City

SERVICE INDUSTRIES At CQUniversity, our ser vice industries courses cover a diverse range of areas and including beauty, hairdressing hospitality. Our study options offer you in a practical, hands-on experience s. supportive learning environment

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SHB30115 - CERTIFICATE III IN BEAUTY SERVICES If you would like to work in the beauty sector this is the ideal course for you. It equips you with the important skills to provide manicure and pedicure services, lash and brow treatments, waxing, skin biology and designing and applying make-up, spray tanning and interacting with customers in beauty reception. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in beauty include beauty salon assistant, nail technician and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS An equipment kit is required for this course. LOCATION Mackay City

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HOSPITALITY

This course provides you with skills to design and apply makeup for a range of purposes and occasions across the beauty, fashion, media and entertainment industries.

SIT20316 - CERTIFICATE II IN HOSPITALITY

Roles in make-up studios, retail cosmetic counters, fashion and media sets and photography studios.

This course will develop your skills and knowledge in a range of activities and functions required in hospitality to a basic level. This qualification provides a pathway to work in various hospitality settings such as restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés and coffee shops.

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An equipment kit is required for this course.

Roles in hospitality include function attendant, front desk receptionist, food and beverage attendant, waiter and more.


LOCATIONS Gladstone City, Rockhampton City

HAIRDRESSING SIH20111 - CERTIFICATE II IN HAIRDRESSING The Certificate II in Hairdressing provides you with the skills and knowledge to work as a salon assistant. Your education will include communicating in the workplace, interacting with and providing service to clients and assistance to colleagues. Upon completion you’ll be able to effectively perform routine functions under direct supervision as part of a hairdressing team. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You will be required to wear a polo shirt and enclosed footwear (black school shoes are suitable). You will also be required to have access to a computer with Internet access and will be provided with a CQUniversity student email address. LOCATIONS Mackay City, Rockhampton City

SIT20416 - CERTIFICATE II IN KITCHEN OPERATIONS

An equipment kit is required for this course.

This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to start your career in the hospitality industry. This hands-on course will cover essentials such as workplace health, safety and hygiene, food preparation, presentation, appetisers, stocks, sauces and storage principles.

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Roles in kitchen operations include breakfast cook, catering assistant, fast food cook, sandwich hand, take-away cook and more.

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RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS It is recommended that you have a full chef’s uniform (white jacket) and enclosed footwear (black school shoes are suitable). LOCATIONS Mackay City, Rockhampton City


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SIT30616 - CERTIFICATE III IN HOSPITALITY This course will provide you with sound knowledge of hospitality industry operations and can lead to roles in hospitality where you will work with some independence and under limited supervision and may provide operational advice and support to team members. Upon completion, you will be prepared for roles such as espresso coffee machine operator, function attendant, food and beverage attendant and more. Upon successful completion of this course you may be interested in CQUniversity’s Diploma of Hospitality. There is a clear and direct study pathway from this course into the diploma and throughout the diploma you will enhance your skills and knowledge in all facets of hospitality. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in hospitality include function attendant, front desk receptionist, food and beverage attendant, restaurant host, senior bar attendant, function host, gaming attendant, waiter and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You must have access to a computer with internet and will be provided with a CQUniversity student email address. LOCATIONS Mackay City, Rockhampton City

TOURISM SIT20116 - CERTIFICATE II IN TOURISM The Certificate II in Tourism provides you with the tools and knowledge to begin your career in the tourism and travel industry. Employment opportunities may exist in multiple tourism industry facilities, travel agencies, hotels, restaurants, theme parks, transportation and many other exciting areas. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Roles in tourism include office assistant, conference organiser, small tour operator, sales assistant, ride attendant, receptionist and more. RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS You must have access to a computer with internet access and will be provided with a CQUniversity student email address. LOCATIONS Distance Education (with workshops at specified locations)

SHORT COURSES If you are looking at upgrading your skills, or have a talent or interest you would like to pursue, our range of short courses are designed to bring you the knowledge and skills you are looking for. We offer a range of short courses that are delivered outside of your school hours to help you gain relevant skills and enhance your employability if you are looking for casual or part-time work while you’re at school or when you finish. For more information on short courses available at CQUniversity visit www.cqu.edu.au/shortcourses.

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