VCE VET Overview

The Vocational Education Training (VET) in the VCE program combines general VCE studies with hands on competency based vocational training. VCE VET programs are selected from a range of industry areas approved by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority. 

Successful completion of a VCE VET program provides students with: 

• A contribution towards their Australian Tertiary Entrance Ranking (ATAR)* 

• A nationally recognised Training Qualification at an appropriate AQF level issued by a Registered Training Organisation.

Delivery of a program is undertaken by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) (TAFE institute, private provider or school) in accordance with industry approved and accredited curriculum and/or training packages. 

A Snapshot of VET at DCC: 

• VET courses are completed over 2 years, usually by students in Years 10 (additional) 11-12 

• VET courses can be undertaken in a wide range of industry and trade areas

• VET courses are suitable for students wishing to develop industry specific or workplace skills

• VET courses are completed at a range of schools and TAFE’s on a Wednesday afternoon • VET courses have additional fees and transport requirements. 

Why consider a VET course? 

• VET courses are designed to expand opportunities and pathways for senior secondary students and address the skills and employment needs of industry in Victoria

• VET courses allow students to go directly into employment or provide the basis for further vocational training or TAFE study after school

• *VET scored assessment courses can count as one of the primary 4 subjects toward the ATAR and VET non-scored courses may provide a 10% increment toward a student’s ATAR.

Program Cost and Transport Requirements per year: 

• VET courses attract an additional cost over and above the normal college fees 

• Fees associated for each VET course vary considerably ($1000-$4000) depending on tuition and materials

• VET fees are added to school fees and payable in equal monthly instalments

• Transport from DCC to the VET course is the responsibility of the parent/guardian

• Most VET courses occur on Wednesday afternoons.

Students can enrol in VET courses offered by: 

• VET Mullum Cluster 

• Ranges Tec 

• Box Hill Institute 

• Swinburn University (VET Sector) 

• Donvale Christian College: Certificate II in Animal Care 

• Youth Dimension – Gravitate. 

Enrolling in a VET course: 

• Research the course you wish to apply for using the links listed on this page

• Complete the online VET Expression of Interest form by the end of July to ensure you have the best chance to receive a place in the subject

• Once accepted into a course you will receive a confirmation of enrolment email

• Attend an orientation session during November.

If you have any questions regarding VET, please contact the VET Coordinator via vet@donvale.vic.edu.au.