Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways
- National Course Code: FSK20113
- TAFE NSW code: FSK20113-01V05-20QBY-001
Location – Queanbeyan
Study Type
Part Time Day
Course Start Date
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Study Commitment
11 Hours per week
Duration
36 Weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
- Fully Subsidised Course
Course Details
This qualification is designed for individuals who require further foundation skills development to prepare for workforce entry or vocational training pathways.
This qualification is suitable for individuals who require:
- A pathway to employment or vocational training
- Reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3
- Entry level digital literacy and employability skills
- A vocational training and employment plan.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
To make sure this is the appropriate course level for you, you will need to participate in a phone interview with one of our teaching staff.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course is suitable for people who:
- Want to develop a vocational training and employment plan
- Need reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3
- Need entry level digital literacy and employability skills
- Have the basic time management and organisational skills to manage a study schedule
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
To find out more about this course, meet our teachers and receive information about enrolment and next steps, attend an information session.
Date: Friday 13 December 2019
Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
Location: Building E, Room 10
Campus: TAFE NSW Queanbeyan, Block E, Room 10
Or
Date: Thursday 23 January 2020
Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
Location: Building E, Room 10
Campus: TAFE NSW Queanbeyan, Block E, Room 10
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time face to face course. You will need to attend approximately 11 hours of class a week, over 2 days per week, for 36 weeks.
You can also expect approximately 6 hours of additional study each week including, independent study, research, practice and assignments, outside of class hours.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Studiosity - online access to a real life tutor
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
To keep you safe while studying, some of our face to face classes may be replaced with online or connected learning. We have also modified our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. As restrictions ease, the way you attend your class may change again. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, due to the impacts of COVID 19 there may be a delay or modification in being able to undertake these aspects of your course in the planned timeframe. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled on Monday and Tuesday from 9.00am to 2.30pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Enquire now for Semester 2 2020 and be notified when enrolments open.
TAFE NSW is open for business so to find out more information on this course including when it will start and how it will be delivered (face-to-face, in a virtual classroom, self-paced, online or a mixture), submit an online enquiry by clicking the Enquire Now button on this page. You can also call 131 601 during business hours* to chat with a member of our friendly customer service team.
* Our customer service team are available from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm AEST.
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| FSKNUM14 | Calculate with whole numbers and familiar fractions, decimals and percentages for work |
| FSKWTG09 | Write routine workplace texts |
| FSKRDG10 | Read and respond to routine workplace information |
| FSKOCM07 | Interact effectively with others at work |
| FSKNUM15 | Estimate, measure and calculate with routine metric measurements for work |
| FSKLRG11 | Use routine strategies for work-related learning |
| FSKLRG09 | Use strategies to respond to routine workplace problems |
| FSKDIG03 | Use digital technology for routine workplace tasks |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| ICTICT105 | Operate spreadsheet applications |
| FSKNUM20 | Use basic functions of a calculator |
| FSKRDG07 | Read and respond to simple workplace information |
| FSKDIG02 | Use digital technology for simple workplace tasks |
| ICTICT102 | Operate word-processing applications |
| BSBWOR203 | Work effectively with others |
A pathway to employment or vocational training
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
Queanbeyan
Cnr Buttle & MacQuoid Streets,
Queanbeyan
Phone
131 601
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