Duration
2 Years½ Day/Week
Location
Geelong CityPlacement
RecommendedScored
Yes
Entry requirements
- Attending a secondary school
- Literacy and numeracy level equivalent to the successful completion of Year 9
- Review the personal learning requirements essential to this course and discuss with your school VET Coordinator before you apply.
You will learn
- How to use cutting edge business technology and software
- Employability skills such as communication, team work, and critical thinking
- How to support your personal wellbeing
- How to provide a service to customers and manage complaints
- How to create a sustainable work environment
Course outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program you will receive:
- Recognition of up to two VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level, and a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence
- ATAR contribution: if you undertake scored assessment, the study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of your best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study increment
- Certificate III in Business qualification
Dress code and course materials
- Clothing suitable for program activities - school uniform.
- Dress code and course materials
Assessment is based on
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstrations
- Product (reports, projects, role plays etc)
Further study options
- Certificate IV in Business (traineeship)
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Diploma of Business
- Advanced Diploma of Business
- Higher Education Degrees (e.g., Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Commerce)
Applications & attendance
How to apply
You must first speak to your school about VETDSS before proceeding with the below application.
- Watch our how to apply video.
- Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.
If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants
To become an apprentice or trainee, you will first need to find an employer willing to employ you. An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider can assist you with this and will also start your application and enrolment process. Find a local provider here
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 VET Full Year Geelong City Campus |
Open: 6 Aug 2024 Close: 12 Mar 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Delivered Geelong City Campus | Apply |
| 2025 VET Full Year Geelong City Campus |
Open: 6 Aug 2024 Close: 12 Mar 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Intake Only for Gordon VCE Student | Apply |
Unfortunately we cannot always guarantee you will secure a place in your selected course. We recommend you apply early.
Units
| Year 1 Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | BSBCRT311 | 40 |
| Assist with maintaining workplace safety | BSBWHS311 | 40 |
| Participate in sustainable work practices | BSBSUS211 | 20 |
| Support personal wellbeing in the workplace | BSBPEF201 | 50 |
| Use inclusive work practices | BSBTWK301 | 30 |
| Year 1 Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Create electronic presentations | BSBTEC303 | 20 |
| Support marketing and promotional activities | SIRXMKT001 | 30 |
| Write simple documents | BSBWRT311 | 30 |
| Year 2 Core Units | Code | Hours |
| Engage in workplace communication | BSBXCM301 | 40 |
| Year 2 Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Deliver and monitor a service to customers | BSBOPS304 | 35 |
| Design and produce business documents | BSBTEC301 | 80 |
| Organise personal work priorities | BSBPEF301 | 30 |
| Organise workplace information | BSBINS302 | 30 |
Please note that the electives listed are those delivered by the Gordon but you may not be required to complete all of these to successfully complete this qualification. In order to clarify what is required to complete this qualification, please check https://training.gov.au/Home/Tga