22476VIC
Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)

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Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)

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Course overview

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Locations

South
Campbell Street

Attendance options

Full-time

Study type

On-Site

2025 Tuition fees

Commercial $ PoA

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Do you need help with reading, writing and maths? Are computers a mystery to you? This course can help you get the basic skills you need to prepare for study or work.

This no-fee course will help you get better at reading, writing and maths. It will help you improve your confidence when speaking to other people. It will also help you learn the basics of using computers. This course covers:

Working out your goals

This course will help you work out your learning goals and identify the foundation skills you need to develop. In this course, you will also plan and complete a personal project with support.

Reading, Writing and Speaking

You will learn to read and write in different ways, as well as work on your spelling and punctuation. This course will also help you talk about your ideas, ask questions, and present yourself more confidently.

Numeracy

If you need help with maths, this course will help you develop the basic skills. You will learn about money, measuring, calculating and how to work with fractions, decimals and percentages.

Computers

You will learn the basics of operating computers, creating a variety of documents, saving and organising files and using the internet effectively. You will also learn how to use and navigate in Canvas, an LMS used by TasTAFE students.

On successful completion of this course, you will have improved your reading, writing, maths and computer skills. These skills will help you feel ready for further study, and develop your employability.

Working out your goals

This course will help you work out your learning goals and identify the foundation skills you need to develop. In this course, you will also plan and complete a personal project with support.

Reading, Writing and Speaking

Numeracy

If you need help with maths, this course will help you develop the basic skills. You will learn about money, measuring, calculating and how to work with fractions, decimals and percentages.

Computers

Skills for Adult Learning

Units from 22476VIC - Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) & 10973NAT - Course in Skills for Further Learning and Engagement

This selection of units is designed to help you feel confident in an adult learning environment and improve your foundation skills in preparation for further education and training.

It will help you to:

Identify your learning goals
Improve your skills in reading and writing
Build your skills with basic maths and measurement.
Become more confident with oral communication
Use a computer to complete basic tasks
Research on the internet

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Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
South
Campbell Street	3 Feb 2025 - 26 Jun 2025	Full-time Skills for Adult Learning - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 9.30am to 2pm	On-Site	Apply now

Entry Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a 22476VIC - Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory).

Below is a list of all elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Elective units
VU22358	Develop learning goals
VU22359	Conduct a project with guidance
VU22361	Engage with simple texts for learning purposes
VU22362	Engage with simple texts for employment purposes
VU22364	Participate in simple spoken interactions
VU22366	Create simple texts for learning purposes
VU22367	Create simple texts for employment purposes
VU22369	Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations
VU22370	Work with simple measurements in familiar situations

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At TasTAFE, we understand that everyone's journey is different and sometimes you might need some extra support to achieve your study or career goals.

Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

Our student support services are available for all students, and aim to provide the support you need to make your learning experience just that little bit easier.

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22476VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)

Course overview

Locations

Attendance options

Study type

2025 Tuition fees

Working out your goals

Reading, Writing and Speaking

Numeracy

Computers

Skills for Adult Learning

Units from 22476VIC - Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) & 10973NAT - Course in Skills for Further Learning and Engagement

Locations, dates & times

Information Session (Skills for Adult Learning)

Information Session (Skills for Adult Learning)

We’re here to help…

22476VIC
Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)