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2022 Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is a hands-on option for Years 11 and 12 students. The VCAL gives student 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.
VCAL focuses on applied learning and develops knowledge and skills that will prepare students for apprenticeships, traineeships and employment as well as further education and training. VCAL learning programs are specifically designed to meet student’s career aspirations. VCAL learning programs include VCAL, VCE and VET units that meet national and state quality requirements. Like the VCE, successful completion of the VCAL will lead to a formal qualification accredited by the Victorian Qualifications Authority. We recommend all students enrolling in VCAL should have a school based apprenticeship.
VCAL’s flexibility enables students to undertake a study program that suits their interest and learning needs. Fully accredited modules and units are selected for VCAL’s four compulsory strands:
