GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
6 months
This Certificate I course empowers young people aged 14-25 experiencing homelessness or housing instability to develop essential life management skills, personal confidence, and pathways to employment and further education through a supportive, formal learning environment.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. While developed specifically for young people aged 14-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, entry is not limited by age, gender, physical ability, social or educational background. It is desirable to possess reading and writing skills to complete enrolment forms accurately and recognise personally relevant signs and symbols in familiar environments. Learners with lower language, literacy and numeracy skills may require additional support. All applicants must complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test and undertake a Pre-training Review interview to ensure the course suits their needs and they are likely to complete successfully.
The course comprises 6 core units covering essential life management and personal development skills: Recognise Personal Skills and Capabilities (VU23396) - identifying and validating existing strengths and talents; Build Personal Confidence (VU23397) - developing self-worth and resilience; Create Personal Vision (VU23398) - establishing goals and aspirations; Deal with Conflict and Stress (VU23399) - managing challenging situations and emotions; Develop and Apply an Education and Career Plan (VU23400) - creating pathways to employment and further study; and Develop Social Competence (VU23401) - building interpersonal and community engagement skills. Assessment methods include portfolios, written tasks, verbal questions, and written scenarios.
GOTAFE is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3094) delivering government-accredited, nationally recognised qualifications. The Certificate I in Developing Independence is specifically designed in partnership with the Education First Youth (EFY) Foyer program, providing a tailored, supportive learning environment for vulnerable young people. GOTAFE offers comprehensive student support services including learning support, counselling, disability support, and dedicated assistance for personal issues such as homelessness and financial hardship, ensuring students have the help needed to succeed.
Upon completion, graduates develop the confidence and capacity to set goals and gain skills and knowledge to pursue work, further education, and community involvement. Further study pathways include senior secondary certificates such as VPC and VCE-Vocational Major, entry-level vocational education and training qualifications including traineeships and apprenticeships, and adult and community education programs. The course prepares participants to successfully reengage with education, training and employment, providing a foundation for long-term independence and community participation.
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