2026 Certificate Courses
The focus of the curriculum is to support learners with permanent intellectual disabilities to develop the skills to find the most appropriate option for them in the community after leaving school. This may include employment, volunteer work or further study.
- Classes are held every Tuesday during school terms.
- Class times 10:00am - 2:30pm.
- Students who participate in this program complete the below certificate.
22705VIC Certificate I in Transition Education
22705VIC Certificate I in Transition EducationThis certificate is intended to support the development of simple literacy and numeracy skills for students with intellectual disabilities.
The course supports learners with significant cognitive disabilities or impairments to develop beginning skills in literacy, numeracy and digital IT. These skills facilitate the learner’s ability and confidence to participate in the community.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22705VIC Certificate I in Transition Education requires successful completion of 10 units 6 core and 4 electives. The combination is made up from the selection of units below as decided by tutors and Further Education Coordinator.
6 Core:
VU24041 Develop personal goals with support
VU24042 Explore self development
VU24043 Participate in travel activities
VU24044 Explore future options for further training, work or community activities
VU24045 Participate in the community
VU24046 Use technology for everyday purposes
4 Electives:
VU23243 Use recipes to prepare food
VU23788 Identify Australian environmental issues
VU24048 Access the media
VU24051 Participate in creative activities
VU23770 Undertake a project with guidance
VU24053 Apply numeracy skills for personal purposes
VU23792 Identify and use common digital devices
VU23860 Recognise and use everyday digital devices
Delivery Options
1 day per week over 4 years during school term. Students can commence at any time during the year.
Course Requirements
This accredited course is restricted to post compulsory school age learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability. There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pretraining review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, we require students to attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered by a qualified tutor in a face-to-face classroom setting. Students must complete a series of assessment tasks to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in each unit. These tasks may take the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which will be completed in the classroom. Support is provided to assist students to complete these tasks. Please refer to RTO-Support Services Policy in the Student Handbook.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend assessment timeframes to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
b) An individual must not be;
i) the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher
ii) enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and
iii) not attending school.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Course Fees
Please note fees represent amount payable for one calendar year and as your course exceeds more than one-year, new fees will be payable each year. At the end of the calendar year, you will be informed of your financial commitment for the coming year and you will have the option to cease your studies if you choose.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
email info@theavenue.org.au
RTO No 20213
This is an annual program for young people who would like to try a different approach to their education. Designed for students aged 15-17 years as an alternative Year 10 program, who have had a break in their schooling or experience difficulty attending mainstream schooling, the focus of this program is supporting and encouraging young people to recommence or help them continue their education journey.
The curriculum continues to meet a strong demand to provide skill development in literacy, numeracy and digital IT, meet personal needs and facilitate community participation, or workplace and further education and training options.
ReFresh gives students strategies to shift attitudes and behaviours that may be barriers to success in the classroom, empowering students to make the most of education. One of the key success factors of the program is the wrap around support provided by the teaching and youth worker team.
The program provides students with a wide range of on-going education options and through successful completion, students are eligible for entry into VCE, Vocational Major, TAFE ad/or return to mainstream school.
- Classes are held Monday - Thursdays during school terms at Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley.
- Class times 9:30am - 3:00pm
22690VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults
22690VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults outcomes focus on the development of literacy skills to create and interpret simple, personally relevant texts and mathematical knowledge to apply numeracy skills in everyday familiar situations.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22690VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults requires successful completion of 16 units.
VU23793 Develop and document a learning plan
VU23798 Engage with texts of limited complexity to participate in the community
VU23803 Create texts of limited complexity to participate in the community
VU23804 Work with numbers in familiar and some less familiar situations
CUAPPR211 Make simple creative work
VU23797 Engage with texts of limited complexity for employment purposes
VU23802 Create texts of limited complexity to participate in the workplace
VU23807 Work with and interpret statistical information in familiar and some less familiar situations
VU23243 Use recipes to prepare food
VU23794 Plan and undertake a project
VU23795 Engage with texts of limited complexity for personal purposes
VU23800 Create texts of limited complexity for personal purposes
VU23808 Work with shape and angle in familiar and some less familiar situations
VU23810 Undertake a simple investigation of health and well being
VU23806 Work with measurement in familiar and some less familiar situations
PUATEA001 Work in a team
Delivery Options
4 days per week over 1 year during school terms. Students are enrolled via reengagement contracts through the Department of Education.
Course Requirements
There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level.
Students need to be aged 15-17 years. Students outside this age group are considered in exceptional circumstances.
Students under 17 years of age must stay enrolled at a Victorian secondary school. As part of enrolment confirmation into the ReFresh Program, a Reengagement Contract is established between the Education Department, the school and Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pre training review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, students must attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered face to face in a classroom setting with a tutor leading the class. Students must also complete class work to a standard deemed satisfactory by the assessor, a series of classroom based assessment tasks in the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which must be submitted by the due date as directed by the tutor. Full support will be provided to assist students to complete these tasks.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We are offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend course and or assessment timeframe to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral answers or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
and must not be the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher or enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and not attending school and over the age of 15*.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Costs
Please contact us for more information about the program costs on 03 9808 2000.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
email info@theavenue.org.au
RTO No 20213
22705VIC Certificate I in Transition Education
The focus of the curriculum is to support learners with permanent intellectual disabilities to develop the skills to find the most appropriate option for them in the community after leaving school. This may include employment, volunteer work or further study.
- This certificate is delivered at Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley in the LifeSkills program.
- Classes are held on Wednesdays during school terms.
- Class times 10:00am - 2:30pm.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22705VIC Certificate I in Transition Education requires successful completion of 10 units 6 core and 4 electives. The combination is made up from the selection of units below as decided by tutors and Further Education Coordinator.
6 Core:
VU24041 Develop personal goals with support
VU24042 Explore self-development
VU24043 Participate in travel activities
VU24044 Explore future options for further training, work or community activities
VU24045 Participate in the community
VU24046 Use technology for everyday purposes
4 Electives:
VU23243 Use recipes to prepare food
VU23788 Identify Australian environmental issues
VU24048 Access the media
VU24051 Participate in creative activities
VU23770 Undertake a project with guidance
VU24053 Apply numeracy skills for personal purposes
VU23792 Identify and use common digital devices
VU23860 Recognise and use everyday digital devices
Delivery Options
1 day per week over 4 years. Students can commence this certificate at any time during the year.
Course Requirements
This certificate is restricted to post-compulsory school aged learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment/ intellectual disability. There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pre training review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, we require students to attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered by a qualified tutor in a face to face classroom setting. Students must complete a series of assessment tasks to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in each unit. These tasks may take the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which will be completed in the classroom. Support is provided to assist students to complete these tasks. Please refer to RTO-Support Services Policy in the Student Handbook.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend assessment timeframes to meet student needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
b) An individual must not be;
i) the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher
ii) enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and
iii) not attending school.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Course Fees
Please note fees represent amount payable for one calendar year and as your course exceeds more than one year, new fees will be payable each year. At the end of the calendar year you will be informed of your financial commitment for the coming year and you will have the option to cease your studies if you choose.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
email info@theavenue.org.au
RTO No 20213
ReNew’s primary focus is re-engaging adolescents who are completely disengaged from mainstream schools. Students participating in ReNew often have multiple challenges that may impact on their education journey. The ReNew program provides an important stepping stone into further educational options. The program provides wrap around support for students via a secondary teacher and a youth worker. Together these staff are able to address both educational and social/welfare issues. The ReNew program has a rolling intake throughout the year; students participating in the program complete 22689VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory).
ReNew is for adolescents who are not ready to engage in full time study.
- Classes are held on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during school terms and students are expected to attend all these sessions each week.
- Class times 9:30am - 12:30pm
22689VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)
The Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) provides learners who may have low literacy and numeracy skills, or, where mainstream education is not suitable. This program gives students the opportunity to build confidence, re-engage with learning and pathway into further qualifications.
The current curriculum continues to meet a strong demand to provide skill development in reading, writing and numeracy, meet personal needs and facilitate community participation, further education and training options.
ReNew gives students strategies to shift attitudes and behaviours that may be barriers to success in the classroom, empowering students to make the most of education. One of the key success factors of the program is the wrap around support provided by the teaching and youth worker team.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22689VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) requires completion of 16 units.
VU23769 Develop learning goals
VU23772 Engage with simple texts for learning purposes
VU23777 Create simple texts for learning purposes
VU23780 Work with whole numbers in familiar and predictable situations
VU23792 Identify and use common digital devices
VU23771 Engage with simple texts for personal purposes
VU23776 Create simple texts for personal purposes
VU23783 Work with measurement in familiar and predictable situations
VU23241 Prepare simple budgets
VU23770 Undertake a project with guidance
VU23784 Work with shape in familiar and predictable situations
VU24048 Access the media
VU23774 Engage with simple texts to participate in the community
VU23779 Create simple texts to participate in the community
VU23781 Work with fractions, decimals and percentages in familiar and predictable situations
VU23788 Identify Australian environmental issues
Delivery Options
3 half days per week over 1 year during school terms. Students are enrolled via reengagement contracts through the Department of Education.
Course Requirements
There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level.
Students need to be aged 14-16 years. Students outside this age group are considered in exceptional circumstances.
Students under 17 years of age must stay enrolled at a Victorian secondary school. As part of enrolment confirmation into the ReNew Program, a Reengagement Contract is established between the Education Department, school and Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pre training review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, students must attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered face to face in a classroom setting with a tutor leading the class. Students must also complete class work to a standard deemed satisfactory by the assessor, a series of classroom-based assessment tasks in the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which must be submitted by the due date as directed by the tutor. Full support will be provided to assist students to complete these tasks.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We are offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend course and or assessment timeframe to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral answers or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Victorian Training Guarantee requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
and must not be the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher or enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and not attending school and over the age of 15*.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Costs
Please contact us for more information about the program costs on 03 9808 2000.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
email info@theavenue.org.au
RTO No 20213
The Living and Learning program is for students with a permanent cognitive impairment and / or intellectual disability who wish to continue their learning in a small, supportive environment. The curriculum addresses the need for ongoing skill development in literacy, numeracy and digital IT for learners who struggle to maintain reading and writing skills. In addition, there is a focus on ensuring that student’s educational gaps are met as well as providing the skills necessary for independent living, community participation, and further education / training options.
- Classes are held every Wednesday during school terms.
- Class times 10:00am - 2:30pm.
- Students who participate in this program complete the below certificate.
22793VIC Course in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy
This certificate is intended to support the development of simple literacy and numeracy skills for students with intellectual disabilities.
The course supports learners with significant cognitive disabilities or impairments to develop skills in reading, writing and numeracy. These skills facilitate the learner’s ability and confidence to participate in the community.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22693VIC Course in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy requires successful completion of 7 units comprising of 2 literacy units from the literacy unit list, 2 numeracy units from the numeracy unit list and 3 literacy and / or numeracy units from the literacy and numeracy lists that have not previously been completed.
Literacy
VU23854 Recognise and use letters of the alphabet
VU23855 Recognise pictures and symbols
VU23856 Read extremely simple words
VU23857 Communicate using pictures and symbols
VU23858 Write extremely simple words
VU23859 Communicate orally using extremely simple words
VU23860 Recognise and use every day digital devices
Numeracy
VU23861 Recognise and use whole numbers up to 20
VU23862 Recognise and use 2-digit whole numbers
VU23863 Recognise and use time
VU23864 Recognise monetary amounts
VU23865 Recognise and use basic mathematical symbols and processes
Delivery Options
1 day per week over 2 years during school term. Students can commence at any time during the year, and selection of these units will be decided by tutors and Further Education Coordinator.
Course Requirements
This accredited course is restricted to post compulsory school age learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability. There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level. To enrol in this course, applicants must complete an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) skills assessment conducted by Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pretraining review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, we require students to attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered by a qualified tutor in a face-to-face classroom setting. Students must complete a series of assessment tasks to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in each unit. These tasks may take the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which will be completed in the classroom. Support is provided to assist students to complete these tasks. Please refer to RTO-Support Services Policy in the Student Handbook.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend assessment timeframes to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
b) An individual must not be;
i) the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher
ii) enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and
iii) attending school.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Course Fees
Please note fees represent amount payable for one calendar year and as your course exceeds more than one-year, new fees will be payable each year. At the end of the calendar year, you will be informed of your financial commitment for the coming year, and you will have the option to cease your studies if you choose.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
email info@theavenue.org.au
RTO No 20213
Café - Introduction to Hospitality
The Café Introduction to Hospitality training program provides students with an intellectual disability or an acquired brain injury (ABI) to develop food planning, preparation and customer service skills in an operational training café environment. Students develop the required skills in cooking, safe food handling and customer service to help make them job ready.
• Classes are held every Friday during school terms.
• Class times 10:00am - 2:00pm.
• Students who participate and successfully complete this course will receive a Statement of Attainment.
22693VIC Course in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy
This course is intended to support the development of simple literacy, numeracy and digital IT skills for students with intellectual disabilities that are contextualised for the hospitality environment.
The course supports learners with significant cognitive disabilities or impairments to develop skills in literacy, numeracy and digital IT as they apply to working in a café environment. These skills facilitate the learner’s ability and confidence to obtain work or volunteer in an entry level hospitality role.
Course Structure
Successful completion of the following skill set units:
VU23858 Write extremely simple words
VU23862 Recognise and use 2-digit whole numbers
VU23865 Recognise and use basic mathematical symbols and processes
VU23860 Recognise and use everyday digital devices
Delivery Options
1 day per week over 1 year during school term. Students can commence at any time during the year.
Course Requirements
This accredited course is restricted to post compulsory school age learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability. There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level. To enrol in this course, applicants must complete an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) skills assessment conducted by Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pretraining review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, we require students to attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered by a qualified tutor in a face-to-face classroom setting. Students must complete a series of assessment tasks to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in each unit. These tasks may take the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which will be completed in the classroom. Support is provided to assist students to complete these tasks. Please refer to RTO-Support Services Policy in the Student Handbook.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend assessment timeframes to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
b) An individual must not be;
i) the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher
ii) enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and
iii) attending school.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Course Fees
Please note fees represent amount payable for one calendar year and as your course exceeds more than one-year, new fees will be payable each year. At the end of the calendar year, you will be informed of your financial commitment for the coming year, and you will have the option to cease your studies if you choose.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
Monday and Thursday Living and Learning
The Living and Learning program is for students with a permanent cognitive impairment and / or intellectual disability who wish to continue their learning in a small, supportive environment. The curriculum addresses the need for ongoing skill development in literacy, numeracy and digital IT for learners who struggle to maintain reading and writing skills. In addition, there is a focus on ensuring that student’s educational gaps are met as well as providing the skills necessary for independent living, community participation, and further education / training options.
- Classes are held every Monday and Thursday during school terms.
- Class times 10:00am - 2:30pm.
- Students who participate in this program complete the below certificate.
22694VIC Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy
This certificate is intended to support the development of simple literacy, numeracy and digital IT skills for students with intellectual disabilities.
The course supports learners with significant cognitive disabilities or impairments to develop skills in reading, writing and numeracy. These skills facilitate the learner’s ability and confidence to participate in the community.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22694VIC Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy requires successful completion of 11 units comprising of 3 literacy units from the literacy unit list, 3 numeracy units from the numeracy unit list and 5 literacy and / or numeracy units from the literacy and numeracy lists that have not previously been completed. The combination is made up from the selection of units below as decided by tutors and Further Education Coordinator.
Literacy Units
VU23866 Read simple phrases
VU23867 Write simple phrases
VU23868 Communicate orally using simple phrases
VU23869 Read simple sentences
VU23870 Write simple sentences
VU23871 Communicate orally using simple sentences
VU23872 Give and follow simple directions
VU23246 Complete forms
VU23755 Engage with short simple texts for learning purposes
VU23753 Develop strategies for learning
VU23760 Create short simple texts for learning purposes
VU23236 Recognise and interpret safety signs and symbols
VU23792 Identify and use common digital devices
Numeracy
VU23873 Recognise and use 3 digit whole numbers up to 200
VU23874 Identify and use simple fractions
VU23875 Count and use numbers up to 100
VU23876 Use simple multiples up to 100
VU23877 Use simple metric weights
VU23878 Use simple liquid measures
VU23879 Use simple linear measures
VU23880 Work with money
VU23881 Use simple addition skills
VU23882 Use simple subtraction skills
Delivery Options
1 day per week over 2 years (or 2.5 years dependent upon units enrolled) during school term. Students can commence at any time during the year.
Course Requirements
This accredited course is restricted to post compulsory school age learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability. There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level. To enrol in this course, applicants must complete an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) skills assessment conducted by Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pre training review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, we require students to attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered by a qualified tutor in a face to face classroom setting. Students must complete a series of assessment tasks to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in each unit. These tasks may take the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which will be completed in the classroom. Support is provided to assist students to complete these tasks. Please refer to RTO-Support Services Policy in the Student Handbook.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend assessment timeframes to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
b) An individual must not be;
i) the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher
ii) enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and
iii) attending school.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Course Fees
Please note fees represent amount payable for one calendar year and as your course exceeds more than one year, new fees will be payable each year. At the end of the calendar year you will be informed of your financial commitment for the coming year and you will have the option to cease your studies if you choose.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
email info@theavenue.org.au
RTO No 20213
How to enrol in a class at Avenue Neighbourhood House
Accredited Training Courses
To enrol in an accredited training course at Avenue Neighbourhood House (RTO 20213) please contact us on 9808 2000 or email info@theavenue.org.au.
Online enrolments forms are not accepted for accredited training courses.
