Marymede Catholic College

Marymede Catholic College

2014 Subject Information EveningYear11 2015

Victorian Certificate of Educationand

Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning


Speakers

Prayer Judeline Wadhwani

Welcome Julia Wake

Subject Selection Andrea Agnew

VCE Information Laura Hill

Pathways David Adamson


AdministersCreates

Nationally recognised certificates

Victorian Certificate of Education and


MarymedeVCAA

Leads to

Nationally recognised

certificate of completion of

secondary education


Why Two Pathways?VCE VCAL

An academic course of study involving coursework assessment and examinations over two years

An applied learning course of study involving hands-on learning and practical work-related experience

Students must study English and/or Literature but otherwise may select their own subjects

Set subjects studied with student-selected VET and Work Placement

Full time course of study on campus with attendance requirements

3 days on campus, 1 day VET, 1 day work placement with attendance requirements

Provides a direct pathway to university, TAFE, apprenticeships, other forms of education, work

Provides a direct pathway to TAFE, apprenticeships, work and possibly an indirect pathway to university


Students graduate with the VCE by satisfactorily completing a minimum of:- 16 units (semesters) of VCE studies- three of which must be from the English group - plus three Unit 3 and 4 sequences in studies other

than English - Of these 16 units, some can be VET (some scored and

some unscored)- At Marymede Catholic College in 2015 we will offer

both VCE and scored VET subjects for Year 11 students

Victorian Certificate of Education


Unit 1 and 2 Subjects in 2015Accounting Biology Business ManagementChemistry Drama EconomicsEnglish English Literature Food TechnologyGeneral Maths (Further) General Maths (Specialist)Geography Health &HD History – 20th CenturyIndonesian Information Tech ItalianJapanese Legal Studies Mathematical Methods Music Performance Media Outdoor & Envir Ed Physical Education Psychology Visual ArtVisual Communication & DesignVET – MediaVET – Sport and RecreationVET – cluster options

* All students will also study Unit 2 Religion & Society


How to Achieve a Satisfactory VCE Unit A student must:

Produce work that demonstrates achievement of the outcome/s

Observe school and VCAA rules

If a teacher judges that all outcomes are achieved, the student satisfactorily completes the unit.

The decision to award an ‘S’ for the unit is distinct from the assessment of levels of achievement.


• Year 11 is the first time students really get to define their own learning direction

• This is a key decision to direct future pathways• There is great responsibility associated as this indicates

a student’s capacity to manage their own learning• It involves research, careful consideration and mature

decision-making• Support and counselling will be provided along the way.

Importance of Subject Selection


Which pathway is best for me?

What is your preferred method of learning?

What pathways do you think you are likely to pursue in your future? What are your

strengths?

Where are you likely to achieve success?


VCE subject selection Consider your strengths Reflect what you are interested in studying at

tertiary level Do not select subjects on the basis of scaling If you are undecided about your future, keep

career options open within the relevant areas you are pursuing

Select what is best for you, not on the basis of friend selection or teacher preference

Caution: all studies are subject to timetable constraints and levels of student interest


VCE:Meeting tertiary prerequisites?Meeting extra requirements for access into tertiary courses (eg Folio, interview…)

VCAL:Selecting an appropriate work placementSelecting an appropriate VET study

Other things to consider


THE VCE and VCAL Subject Information Handbook 2015


Subject Selection Process25 June, 2014 Year 11 and 12 Subject Expo

VCE Information Evening

16 July, 20149:00 – 9:30am

Year 11 Students AssemblyWeb Preferences

16 July, 201410:00 – 10:30am

Year 10 Students AssemblyWeb Preferences

21 July, 20149:00 – 4:00pm

VCE subject selection individual student interviews.

25 July, 2014 Web Preferences Close

September, 2014

October, 2014

Re-counsel students who have clashes or chosen subjects going ahead in 2015

Prospective VCE students receive subject confirmation letter.


VCAL Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning


• VCAA and Marymede Catholic College are committed to ensuing that the VCE is accessible to all students.

• Special Provisions can be put in place to support students who are experiencing circumstances which negatively impact upon their studies, in the short and long term.

Special Provisions


• There are various forms of provision which can be made for students, dependent on their individual needs.

• Students must see their VCE Coordinator as early as possible in order to discuss their needs as VCAA has stringent requirements which must be met and documentation may be required to support the implementation of provisions.


VCE Student Handbook


Mr David AdamsonCareers Coordinator


• The certificate was introduced into schools in 2002 with enrolments of approximately four hundred students.

• Currently in 2014, the enrolments are 22,800 across the state and in Catholic sectors.

• Qualification is recognised Australia wide.


• The program allows for flexible learning to assist students.

• Student centred to achieve best possible outcomes.

• Community partnerships can be developed through VCAL.

• Strong connection between learning and the real world.


VCAL LEVELS

• VCAL operates at three levels:

FoundationIntermediateSenior


VCAL AT MARYMEDECourse Structure

• Three days on school campus: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday.

• TAFE placement :Wednesday

• Work placement: Friday


SUBJECTS• VCAL Numeracy• VCAL Literacy• Personal Development Skills• Work Related Skills• Religious Education• Sport• Selected TAFE Course


CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION

• Upon completion VCAL students receive a certificate recognising the level of achievement:

FoundationIntermediateSenior

• TAFE Certificate


VCAL v VCE: The Myth• VCAL demands students to be organised

in three different areas: School, work & TAFE.

• Each component of the course has its own particular demands.

• VCAL students need to be highly organised.


VCAL Pathways• Apprenticeships• Traineeships• Full Time Employment• Further TAFE Studies

• VCAL is an exciting pathway designed to assist hands-on learners.


TAFE &Apprenticeships

Employment

VCE Yrs 11 & 12

Yr 10 University

Employment

The journey …..VCAL

Some facts

•The longer students stay at school the better their opportunities•Regardless of pathways students getting jobs have a good set of reports, can communicate and present well•Outcomes for girls in particular who have not completed year 12 are not good, boys a bit different as still can access a traditional trade.

What to do?

Regardless of whether students know what you want to do after year 12 doing well opens up opportunities.• A Bachelor Degree qualification on average increases average

earnings by about 30%. The effects slightly higher amongst women• Apprenticeships increase average earnings by 20%, slightly higher

amongst men• A TAFE Diploma increases average earnings by about 14%• A Traineeship increases earnings by about 8%• A TAFE certificate increases earnings by about 5%But ALL provide better opportunities for employment and developing a career


I don’t know what I want to do when I leave School.

• Don’t worry, many students don’t, many students do. Students are all different

• Student’s do need to be aware of their strengths and weakness. Do subjects you enjoy and do well. This may lead to a career

• Enjoy the journey by picking the subjects you enjoy• Students will change their careers a number of

times• Students need employability skills.


Pathway Planning• Student’s are beginning to develop individual pathways to a

career. This pathway will be different for different individual students.

• There are often many pathways to a particular career.• Students need to develop their own self awareness and

awareness of career opportunities.• Students need to follow their passions whether they be in

school or out of school.• Students will change careers a number of times.• Technology is changing rapidly, students will work in careers

not yet invented.

PathwaysPathways to University, TAFE and training continue to expand.

•Many TAFE courses have pathways into University and give students credit towards a University course.•There are a number of Independent Tertiary Colleges providing pathways to University e.g. Latrobe Melbourne.•Some Universities have bridging programs into University for students who do not quite get the ATAR e.g. Federation University “fast program” and Victoria University “foundation courses”•Not just ATAR. EAP, PPP and Aspire


Access and EquityDo not let adversity whether it be financial,

illness, etc put students off going to University. Government and Universities are putting significant financial resources into providing University accessibility for all. Examples are:

• VTAC SEAS program• Government scholarships for students on

Centrelink benefits.


What Year 10 students should doSpeak to the parents, teachers, Career CoordinatorThink about their possible future career (work experience)Choose subjects they enjoy and are good atEnsure the subject choices allow them to enter the higher

education courses or careers that they wish to followCheck the VICTER 2017 for VCE Prerequisite subjectsCheck VTAC CourseSearch Archive for middleband subject.VET TastersCourse CamelWirl


• Choice• Explains the common terms students will need to familiarise themselves

with and covers the options available for VCE and beyond.• One copy per student sent to schools• Includes sample case studies of real student programs so they can

understand the principles behind the ATAR calculation.

• VICTER– available 22 July in metro

newspapers– lists VCE study requirements for

courses commencing in 2017.

http://www.vtac.edu.au/publications/

Publications available





• A good ATAR is a subjective outcome• To some a good ATAR is 99.95, to others

it’s anything over 50. • Students should consider what ATAR

they need to– Pursue their career dreams – Keep their options open for courses, they

may change their mind.

What is a good ATAR?


• Scaling is not predetermined - individuals change but patterns don’t usually change.

• Doing a language won’t add 5 points to your ATAR.• Doing a mathematics won’t automatically guarantee a

higher ATAR.• Doing studies based on scaling patterns won’t guarantee a

‘good’ ATAR unless you are good across all of your studies. • A humanities based curriculum does not guarantee a low

ATAR.• Scaling will only affect your ATAR by 1 point

The Facts:


• How do I know what I will want to do in two years? Study? Work? Travel?

• What if I change my mind? • How do I know which studies are best for me? • What if I don't get the ATAR I need?

Typical questions from Year 10 students


Parents have a very important role to play


The Teenage Brain


What Can I do as a Parent?


Help them to identify:• their own interests, attributes and

abilities• their hopes and plans for the future• the type of work or study they would

like to pursue.


Work with them to:• set long-term goals for their chosen career/study

pathway• break down long-term goals into small, achievable

steps• keep their options open• attend university open days to find out more about

courses, careers and university life• choose actions today that can help them progress

towards their goals (e.g. selecting appropriate school subjects).


Encourage them to:

• work consistently at school• persevere, even when things may seem

tough• believe in their own ability to succeed• not to give up and stay focused on their

dream.


• Focus on –– Studies you would like to do.– Studies they think they would be good at.– Breadth to keep options open

• Utilise all resources – http://www.marymedecareers.com– Other websites– Careers Newsletter– Coursesearch– Publications: VICTER, Choice, ABC of Scaling

Finally

http://www.marymedecareers.com/

http://www.marymedecareers.com/

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