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Certificate II in General Education for Adults

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Certificate II in General Education for Adults

The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances.

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Course overview

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Locations

South
Campbell Street

Attendance options

Part-time

Study type

Online

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.

Get the skills you need to succeed in higher-level vocational or university studies, and broaden your career options.

This nationally accredited course is designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed in higher-level vocational or university education studies. This course also gives you the opportunity to gain 36 Level 2 TCE (Tasmanian Certificate of Education) credit points upon completion of the full certificate. Completing this course will also allow you to meet the minimum educational requirements of Year 10 English and Mathematics for the Australian Defence Force.

The Certificate II in General Education for Adults is a rigorous and demanding course. It will teach you valuable skills but requires sustained commitment and motivation. It will challenge you to develop English, maths, critical thinking and learning skills at a higher level.

If you need to develop or build your skills before entering this course, we have preparatory courses in General Education and Career Preparation that will get you there. You will improve your skills at reading, analysing and writing a range of complex texts – including academic writing, such as reports, as well as writing for personal purposes, such as a newsletter, blog or autobiographical account.

You will create a comprehensive learning plan and compile a portfolio, identifying the skills, strategies and connections you need to achieve your future career goals.

Throughout the course you will learn the skills needed to investigate numerical and statistical information, analyse data and learn to use mathematical formulae for problem-solving with confidence, as well as how to use IT presentation packages. You’ll also complete a project of your choice.

This course is free and has two delivery modes, both starting February 2024:

Full-time Mixed Mode at Campbell Street. To be successful in this course you will need to commit to at least 20 hours of learning per week.
Part-time, fully online. This course runs over one year and is self-paced.

Note - All nationally recognised VET units contribute credit points towards the achievement of the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE). TCE credit points accrue throughout your lifetime so you can also achieve the TCE as an adult. Find out more about what you need to do to achieve all of the standards of the TCE at:www.tasc.tas.gov.au/students/qualifications/tasmanian-certificate-of-education-tce/

Entry requirements into the Australian Defence Force may change from time to time. Please contact Defence Force Recruiting to confirm current requirements.

You will create a comprehensive learning plan and compile a portfolio, identifying the skills, strategies and connections you need to achieve your future career goals.

This course is free and has two delivery modes, both starting February 2024:

Full-time Mixed Mode at Campbell Street. To be successful in this course you will need to commit to at least 20 hours of learning per week.
Part-time, fully online. This course runs over one year and is self-paced.

Entry requirements into the Australian Defence Force may change from time to time. Please contact Defence Force Recruiting to confirm current requirements.

Are you looking to improve your maths skills?

Gain the numeracy skills and knowledge you need to complete study or workplace calculations with confidence by completing Maths for Work and Study. This short course delivers numeracy units from 22473VIC – Certificate II in General Education for Adults.

Apply for Maths for Work and Study

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
Online
Online	3 Feb 2025 - 5 Dec 2025	Part-time Online only.	Online	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 22473VIC - Certificate II in General Education for Adults.

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
ICTICT106	Operate presentation packages
VU22411	Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio
VU22412	Implement and review a project
VU22413	Engage with a range of complex texts for personal purposes
VU22414	Engage with a range of complex texts for learning purposes
VU22415	Engage with a range of complex texts for employment purposes
VU22418	Create a range of complex texts for personal purposes
VU22419	Create a range of complex texts for learning purposes
VU22420	Create a range of complex texts to participate in the workplace
VU22423	Investigate numerical and statistical information
VU22424	Investigate and use simple mathematical formulae and problem solving techniques

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22473VIC Certificate II in General Education for Adults