11039NAT
Certificate II in Career Preparation

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Certificate II in Career Preparation

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Locations

South
Campbell Street

Attendance options

Full-time

Study type

Mixed Learning
On-Site

Tuition Fees

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Gain the skills and confidence you need to enter the workforce or engage in further education and training.

This nationally recognised qualification is designed to give you greater skills and confidence in seeking employment or in taking the next step towards further education and training – and the best bit… its fee free for eligible Tasmanian residents!

In this course, you will focus on topics that allow you to explore work and training opportunities and career planning, as well as developing soft skills such as team work, critical thinking, problem solving and managing conflict.

Our experienced teaching team will also provide you with support in developing effective workplace communication skills, as well as improving your reading, formal writing and numeracy skills.

You’ll learn how to improve your personal confidence and self-image, and use basic skills for assertiveness, as well as examine ethical issues in the workplace, develop skills as an adult learner.

You’ll also learn how to prepare and deliver presentations and use software applications for a range of routine workplace tasks, write routine workplace documents, and read and respond to pre-employment and workplace texts.

To be successful in the course you will need to commit to up to 20 hours of learning per week.

On successful completion of this course, you will be well equipped with the skills you need to seek employment and enter the workforce in a broad range of industry areas, or you might like to continue your studies and undertake further training at TasTAFE at Certificate III or IV level.

Our experienced teaching team will also provide you with support in developing effective workplace communication skills, as well as improving your reading, formal writing and numeracy skills.

You’ll learn how to improve your personal confidence and self-image, and use basic skills for assertiveness, as well as examine ethical issues in the workplace, develop skills as an adult learner.

To be successful in the course you will need to commit to up to 20 hours of learning per week.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
South
Campbell Street	4 Feb 2025 - 27 Jun 2025	Full-time Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 9.30am to 2.30pm	On-Site	Apply now

Entry Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a 11039NAT - Certificate II in Career Preparation.

Below is a list of all elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Elective units
FSKLRG010	Use routine strategies for career planning
FSKNUM015	Estimate, measure and calculate with routine metric measurements for work
FSKOCM005	Use oral communication skills for effective workplace presentations
FSKOCM006	Use oral communication skills to participate in workplace teams
ICTICT214	Operate application software packages
NAT11039003	Plan to improve self-esteem
NAT11039004	Use basic skills for assertiveness
NAT11039005	Use strategies to address conflict
NAT11039013	Examine ethical issues in the workplace
NAT11039014	Prepare to participate in adult learning
NAT11039016	Use numeracy to complete familiar tasks
NAT11039019	Read routine pre-employment texts
NAT11039023	Write routine pre-employment texts
NAT11039024	Develop e-learning skills
NAT11039025	Develop strategies for workplace health and wellbeing

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At TasTAFE, we understand that everyone's journey is different and sometimes you might need some extra support to achieve your study or career goals.

Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

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11039NAT Certificate II in Career Preparation

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11039NAT
Certificate II in Career Preparation