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2017 Course Guide

2 PRACE 2017 Course Guide, Semester 1

Enrolment Information

Please contact PRACE on 9462 6077 to enrol.

Many of our courses allow for enrolment after the start date.

Course commencement is subject to variation and sufficient enrolments.

PRACE encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. Contact our office to learn more about how we can assist you.

Fees Information

Tuition fee calculation is based on regulatory requirements for fees for government funded training in Victoria. This is determined by the Higher Education and Skills Group. All courses are subject to eligibility requirements.

Please contact PRACE for more details.

Concession: student holds current concession card and is eligible for a Higher Education and Skills Group subsidised training place.

Full fee: student does not hold a concession card, but is eligible for a Higher Education and Skills Group subsidised training place.

Fee For Service: student is not eligible for a Higher Education and Skills Group subsidised training place.

Fee exemptions are available for financial hardship.

A Service and Amenities Fee (SA) of $10 Concession & $25 Full Fee applies to all courses.

Accredited Courses Our certificate courses are nationally accredited courses within the Australian Qualifications

Framework and Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority.

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Vocational Education and Training (VET)

"RETURNING TO LEARNING "

Introduction to Education Support - Integration Aide Work

An opportunity to have all your questions answered about nationally accredited training.

Workshops will cover topics such as:

What is Vocational Education & Training (VET )?

What Employers Want—Core Skills for Work

Introduction to Certificate III in Education

Support & Practical Placement

Education Support Sector—Where are the jobs?

Career Action Planning & Vocational Support

Certificate III in Education Support

Course Code: CHC30213

Entry Requirements

& Recommendations

*Moderate Computer and Internet and Email Skills

*English LLN skills at an industry entry standard

Course Description This qualification will give you the skills and

knowledge to provide assistance and support to

teachers and students in a range of educational

settings. This includes early childhood education,

as well as Primary, Secondary and Special schools.

Pathway: Graduates work as :

education assistants/teacher aides

support workers (working with children with disabilities)

Mode of Study: Classroom, off-site tasks/research, Practical

Placement + Assessment Workshops

Locations: Merrilands Community Centre (MCC) &

Keon Park Children’s Hub (KPCH)

[1-7 Dole Ave, Reservoir]

Mon (KPCH) & Wed (MCC)

9.15am —3.15pm

Days & Times:

Dates: Wed. 15th Feb. to Mon. 5th June. Classroom)

[Includes 2 Assessment Workshop]

6th June — 4th Aug. 2017 (Practical Placement)

Duration: 24 sessions , 2 workshops + 100 hour practical

placement. (Excludes Public & School Holidays)

Cost: Concession: $180, Full: $900,

Fee For Service—Conc.: $2,685 (limited places)

+ Service & Amenities Fee

Enrolment: Please ring early to arrange a pre-enrolment

interview. Ph. 9462 6077.

Amenities: Tea & coffee provided. BYO lunch/snacks.

Retail Industry Program Course Code: N/A

Entry Requirements: None

Course Description: Suitable for a person wishing to gain retail,

customer service and sales skills in the retail

sector.

Pathway: Employment in the retail sector

Certificate II or III in Retail

Location: Merrilands Community Centre (MCC) &

Northland Youth Centre (NYC)

Mode of Study: Classroom training and industry research

Days: Tuesday (MCC) & Thursday (NYC)

Time: 9.30am—2.30pm

Dates: 7 March—18 May 2017

(no class public or school holidays)

Duration: 16 sessions

Cost: Concession: $50, Full: $95,

Fee for Service: $817


Enrolment: At PRACE office


“ What a brilliant course, one of the most challenging, inspiring and rewarding courses I have done. Marg truly is a fantastic teacher, the help and support she gave me over the course was above and beyond my expectations. If you love children and want to make a difference then this course is for you.”

Joanne—Cert. III in Education Support

Course was excellent. Nadine was the best teacher… without her I wouldn’t have gained knowledge of retail, gained a placement experience or a Job.. 100% Happy”

Whitney – Retail Industry Placement Program

“


Vocational Education and Training (VET) Continued

Introduction to Community and Events Volunteering Course Code: N/A

Entry

Requirements:

Literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to actively

support community workers.

Willingness to undergo Police / WWC checks

Course

Description:

Are you interested in becoming more involved in your

community? This program will cover basic skills

required to be successful in a volunteer support role.

Content will include:

Effective communication skills

Record keeping

Self management and teamwork skills

Rights and responsibilities of organisations and volunteers

Participating in OH&S processes

Support in identifying individual skill set and appropriate volunteer roles

Note: program will provide the opportunity to

participate in a community event/s

Pathway: Volunteer roles, work or further study within the

community sector. Accredited pathways include

Certificate I / II n Active Volunteering, Certificate II in

Community Services, Certificate III in Events

Location: Thomastown Neighbourhood House (TNH)

Mode of Study: Classroom / computer lab

Days / Times: Thursdays 10.00am—2.00 pm

Dates: 27 April - 29 June 2017

Duration: 10 weeks

Cost: Free

Enrolment: At PRACE Office ph. 9462 6077


Interested in working in

childcare

or leisure and health?

Contact us on

9462 6077

for more information.

Volunteer!

Are you interested in volunteering

at Merrilands Community Centre?

Please come and speak to us

about the opportunities in our

new programs.

You will become part of a vital

team.

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Making Connections...skills for working and living

Course Code: N/A

Entry

Requirements:

None

Course

Description:

A pre-accredited program for people with mild

intellectual or learning difficulties. The program will

develop employability and life skills, including literacy

and numeracy, through a range of activities and

experiences.

Pathway: Participants will be assisted and encouraged to pursue

work/volunteer or further study options explored during

the course.

Location: Merrilands Community Centre

Mode of Study: Classroom based with guest speakers and off-site

excursions. Outdoor activities, e.g. gardening

Days: Monday and Tuesday


Dates: Semester 1: 6 February— 27 June, 2017

* potential to join after start date

Duration: Semester 1: 19 weeks

(note: no classes on school or public holidays)

Cost: Concession: $50, Full: $123, Fee for Service: $1058


Enrolment: Call PRACE Office to arrange pre-enrolment interview.

Ph. 9462 6077

Amenities Tea & coffee provided. BYO snacks.

Certificate I in Transition Education

Course Code: 22301VIC

Entry

Requirements:

Entry to the Certificate I in Transition Education is

intended for post compulsory school age learners with

evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment /

intellectual disability

Course

Description

The course aims to maximise students’ opportunities to engage with further education and to increase independent living skills.

Pathway: Participants will be assisted and encouraged to pursue

work/volunteer or further study options.

Location: Reservoir Neighbourhood House (RNH)

Merrilands Community Centre (MCC)

Mode of Study: Classroom, off-site practice

Days & Times: Tuesday (RNH): 9:30am—3:30pm

Friday (MCC): 9:30am—3:30pm

Dates: 7 February— 15 December 2017

(note: no classes on school or public holidays)

2018 dates to be confirmed

Duration: 2 years

Cost: Concession: $280, Full: $1400 ( 1 year)


Enrolment: Call PRACE Office to arrange pre-enrolment interview.

Ph. 9462 6077

Amenities Tea & coffee provided. BYO snacks.

Develop Your Skills to Teach iPads to Seniors

Are you a senior member of our community? Would you like to learn how to assist other seniors to de-velop their skills in the use of iPads?

PRACE (Preston Reservoir Adult Community Education) is seeking 16 senior volunteers throughout the commu-nity to support senior groups with learning how to use an iPad. They will provide a training course to further your own skills in training and in the use of iPads.

The course will commence in February 2017 (days and times to be decided). By the end of course you will be able to show people: • how to move around the iPad • useful apps • how to use Skype to talk to friends and family overseas for free • connecting up (WiFi, Airdrop) • how to adjust personal settings

To find out more or to express an interest in this project phone Libby or Deb on 9462 6077 or email [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]


Computer & Business Courses

Computers for Seniors Course Code: N/A

Entry

Requirements:

Age 55+

Course

Description:

Not confident in using a computer? This supportive beginners’ course will teach you all the basics so that you can start using computers to meet your everyday needs. The course will cover:

Using computer hardware

Understanding software types

Introduction to word processing

Introduction to internet and email

Microsoft 2016 –operating system Windows 10

Designed for IBM Compatible computers

Pathway: Work, volunteering or social activities requiring

basic computer skills


Mode of Study: Teacher supported learning in a classroom/

computer lab

Days: Tuesday & Wednesday

Time: 12.30pm—3.00pm

Dates: 7 February—8 March 2017


Cost: Concession & Full: $34, Fee for Service: $297



Amenities: Tea & coffee provided. BYO snacks.

Computer Essentials Course Code: N/A

Entry

Requirements:

‘Introduction to Computers’ program or

equivalent.

Course

Description:

This program will build skill and confidence in the use of essential Microsoft 2016 programs for personal, work and study purposes running on Windows 10 operating system. The course will cover:

An extension to basic word processing

Introduction to MS PowerPoint 2016

Introduction to MS Excel 2016

Designed for IBM compatible computers

Pathway: Potential to use skills for work / volunteer opportunities or pathway into accredited study (e.g. Certificate I / II in Information, Digital Media and Technology).


Mode of Study: Teacher supported learning in a classroom/

computer lab.

Days: Tuesday and Wednesday

Time: 9.15am—12.15 pm

Dates: 2 May —28 June 2017






Introduction to Basic Bookkeeping and MYOB Skills Course Code: N/A

Entry

Requirements:

Sound computer skills. Basic understanding of

bookkeeping an advantage.

Course

Description

A short course for those who want to learn how to use a computer-based accounting system (MYOB) to perform basic bookkeeping procedures.

Content will cover:

customising a company file

processing sales / purchases

processing cash transactions

generating reports

preparing bank reconciliations

generating a BAS (Business Activity Statement)

# Note: program focuses on IBM compatible machines

Pathway: Work / volunteering or home-based businesses requiring basic bookkeeping / MYOB skills. Further study: qualifications within the Financial and Business Services Training Packages.


Mode of Study: Teacher supported learning in classroom/computer lab.

Days: Thursdays

Time: 12.30pm–3.00 pm

Dates: 9 February—8 June 2017

(no classes public and school holidays)




Additional cost: workbook (price $29)

Enrolment: At PRACE Office

Amenities: Tea & coffee provided. BYO snacks

Computers for Beginners Course Code: N/A

Entry

Requirements:

None

Course

Description:

This beginners’ course will give you the confidence to perform a range of basic tasks on a computer. The course will cover:

Using computer hardware

Understanding software types

Using basic Windows 10 commands

Using Microsoft Word 2016 (entering data, formatting, saving & filing)

Introduction to internet and email

Designed for IBM compatible computers

Pathway: Certificate I / II in Information, Digital Media and Technology. Work or volunteer opportunities requiring basic computer skills.


Mode of Study: Teacher supported learning in classroom/computer lab

Days: Tuesday and Wednesday


Dates: 7 February—29 March 2017






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Adult Literacy

Adult Literacy

Course Code N/A

Entry

Requirements:

Less than 10 years of formal education

Course

Description:

This class is designed for people who left school early or

had an interrupted education and want to improve their

reading, writing and numeracy skills.

Pathway: Accredited literacy programs (e.g. CGEA)

Pre-accredited / accredited vocational training

Work, volunteering


Mode of Study: Classroom based (may include relevant off-site

excursions)

Days: Wednesday, Thursday


Dates: Semester 1: Wed 8/2 - Thurs 29/6 (No classes during

school holiday and public holidays)


Duration/Cost: Semester 1: 19 weeks

Concession: $50, Full: $142, Fee for Service: $1225


Enrolment: Pre-enrolment interview Ph. 9462 6077


Spelling, Reading and Writing for Adults—Evening Classes Course Code N/A

Entry

Requirements:

Less than 10 years of formal education

Course

Description:

A friendly and supportive class for people who want

to improve their spelling, reading and writing skills

for everyday transactions or for work or further

study purposes.

Pathway: Work / volunteering

Accredited literacy programs (e.g. CGEA)

Pre-accredited / accredited vocational training


Mode of Study: Classroom

Days: Wednesday evenings

Time: 6.00pm—8.30pm

Dates: Semester 1: 8 Feb – 28 June, 2017


Duration: Semester 1: 19 weeks

(note: no classes on school holidays)



Enrolment: Pre-enrolment interview Ph. 9462 6077


Learn English at Thomastown West Community Hub Course Code: N/A

Prerequisite: None

Course

Description: Improve your English, make new friends and learn more

about your local community.

This friendly and supportive program will help local

residents build confidence in written and spoken English

and engage in community activity.

Pathway: Further study (English, vocational studies), volunteer

work

Location: Thomastown West Community Hub

Main St., Thomastown

(next to Thomastown West Primary School)

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 9.00am —12.30pm

Dates: 8 Feb — 28 June, 2017

Duration: 19 sessions (note: no classes on public or school holidays)

Cost: $20


Enquires can also be made at Thomastown West Primary

School Main Office

Amenities: Tea & coffee provided. BYO snacks

Want to improve your English? Try our course at Thomastown West Community Hub.

For Certificate based English courses, see pg 10-11.


Foundation & Intermediate VCAL

Course Code: 21352VIC (Foundation)

21353VIC (Intermediate)

Entry Requirements:

You will be 16 – 19 years of age.

Course

Description:

Foundation VCAL is the equivalent of year 11.

Intermediate VCAL is the equivalent of year 12.

The course includes Literacy, Oral Communication,

Numeracy, Personal Development, Work Related

Skills and Units from Certificate II courses. You will

be provided with breakfast and lunch daily. You will

complete a work placement, go on camp and go on

many excursions.

Pathway: After completing VCAL you can go on to further

education and training, apprenticeship, traineeship

or full time work. All students completing VCAL at

PRACE will be given preference into any of our

other courses.


Mode of Study: Full Time

Days: Monday to Friday


Dates: 7 February— November 2017


Duration: 1 year

Cost: Fees upon enquiry

Enrolment: Pre-enrolment interview

Contact: Jane Davey 9462 6077

I have loved everything about PRACE.

Without this place I don’t know where I

would be—it has helped me become the person

who I am today.”

Luke—VCAL student

Youth Programs

The Victorian Certificate of

Applied Learning (VCAL)

For students in Years 11 & 12

VCAL gives you practical work-related

experience, as well as literacy and

numeracy skills and the opportunity to

build personal skills that are important

for life and work.

“ PreCAL

Course Code: 21352VIC

Entry

Requirements:


Course

Description:

This course is designed as a taster to VCAL. All

tasks and activities will go towards VCAL if you

wish to go on. You will get lunch each day you

are here.

Pathway: After completing PreCAL, you can go on to

further education and training. All students

completing PreCAL at PRACE will be given

preference into our VCAL program.

Location: Merrilands Community Centre§

Mode of Study: Part Time

Days: Thursday and Friday


Dates: 7 February— November 2017

* enrolments accepted throughout the year

Duration: 6 months




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VCAL @nline

Course Code: 21352VIC (Foundation)

21353VIC (Intermediate)

Entry

Requirements:


Course

Description:

VCAL is the equivalent of year 11/12. The course

includes Literacy, Oral Communication, Numeracy,

Personal Development, Work Related Skills and

Units from Certificate II courses.

Pathway: After completing VCAL you can go on to further

education and training. All students completing

VCAL at PRACE will be given preference into our

Intermediate VCAL program.

Location: From home

Mode of Study: Full Time

Days: In your own time

Time: 1000 hour course

Dates: Rolling enrolment

Duration: 1 year




PRACE is now registered as an

independent school.

PRACE College offers Secondary

School Levels 11-12 in a

community setting.

Please contact Jane Davey on 9462 6077

to find out more.

Imagine this; imagine coming to a school

where everybody treats you the way you

deserve to be treated. Attending PRACE has hon-

estly changed my whole outlook on life. Being

here has changed my future.”

Jessica—VCAL student

“


Have an idea for your own business or want to start a small business but not sure where to begin?

Join our

ENGLISH FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS AND GLOBAL SISTERS WORKSHOPS

Develop your English skills and understanding of customers, the market place, and get expert advice

from successful entrepreneurs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

EAL Courses at PRACE

Prelim Course in Preliminary Spoken & Written English (10361 NAT)

Level 1 Certificate I in Spoken & Written English (10362 NAT)

Level 2 Certificate II in Spoken & Written English (10363 NAT)

Level 3 Certificate III in Spoken & Written English (10364 NAT)

Level 4 Certificate IV in Spoken & Written English – Further Studies (10365 NAT)

ENROL ANYTIME We have ongoing enrolments throughout the year.

Fees are calculated according to enrolment start date.

Call or visit us to schedule a placement interview.

IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH Speaking - Listening - Reading - Writing - Numeracy - ICT skills and more!

English for Heavy Vehicle -

Truck

or

Bus

Improve your English and numeracy in order to prepare

for your licence test.

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Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP)

Study up to 510 hours

Access FREE childcare while you study

Learn about Australia’s culture, local services,

your rights & the law, workplace practices,

& gain valuable employment skills to settle

successfully into Australian life

Access expert advice on how to achieve

your study and employment goals

Skills for Education and Employment Program (SEE)

Study up to 800 hours

Learn English for your employment goal / further study

Develop skills for your current or future workplace

Improve your ICT skills on computers & iPads

Gain confidence in your workplace communication skills

You may be eligible to access FREE classes through the AMEP or SEE Programs.

‘The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) is funded by the Australian

Government Department of Education and Training’

Ask your Centrelink or

Job Active case manager

to refer you to PRACE

PRACE Site Code: L 70103

ESS Activity ID Code: 8351315

Thomastown Neighbourhood House

Thomastown Library 52 Main Street, Thomastown

Tel: 0488224439

Training Locations

PRACE Office Merrilands Community Centre

35 Sturdee Street, Reservoir

9462 6077 | [email protected]

www.prace.vic.edu.au

By train: Keon Park Station, Sth Morang Line

By bus: 555, 560

Spring Street

309 Spring St, Reservoir

By train: Reservoir Station, Sth Morang Line

By bus: 556, 552 & 561

Northland Youth Centre (NYC)

Northland Shopping Centre, Shop J, 63A (near Commonwealth Bank and bus stops)

By bus: 555

Reservoir Neighbourhood House

2B Cuthbert Rd, Reservoir

By train: Reservoir Station, Sth Morang Line

By bus: 556, 552, 561

Proudly supported by the City of Darebin

Funding and Community Partners

‘The Adult Migrant English Program

(AMEP) is funded by the Australian

Government Department of

Education and Training’

VENUE FOR HIRE

Merrilands Community Centre offers a range of rooms and facilities for hire.

Contact the office for details on 9462 6077 or see www.prace.vic.edu.au

PRACE is a registered charity. ABN: 93 736 262 050 Incorporation Number: A0032713Z TOID: 4036

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth government funding.

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