Overview of the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC)

1 00:00:04,112 –> 00:00:07,232 The Victorian Pathways Certificate, the VPC,

2 00:00:07,232 –> 00:00:12,861 is a new option if you aren’t ready or able to complete the VCE or the VCE Vocational Major.

3 00:00:13,380 –> 00:00:16,832 It’s a flexible and tailored certificate, at Years 11 and 12,

4 00:00:17,197 –> 00:00:21,534 that offers additional support to develop the skills you need to help you succeed in life.

5 00:00:21,967 –> 00:00:26,167 The VPC can help you move into a senior secondary qualification,

6 00:00:26,167 –> 00:00:29,262 an entry level VET program or straight into a job.

7 00:00:29,262 –> 00:00:33,300 You’ll complete at least 12 units including core units across Literacy,

8 00:00:33,300 –> 00:00:38,236 Numeracy, Work Related Skills and Personal Development skills to gain your VPC.

9 00:00:38,625 –> 00:00:43,166 You can also add units from the VCE, the VCE Vocational Major or VET

10 00:00:43,259 –> 00:00:48,502 as well as Structured Workplace Learning Recognition for on-the-job training or work placements.

11 00:00:48,502 –> 00:00:52,720 Talk to your teacher or careers practitioner if you think this may be the right option for you.

Updated 9 May 2024

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