Vocational Studies
Industry Specific Skills
The purpose of the Industry Specific Skills Strand is to enable the development of skills, knowledge and attributes related to one or more vocational contexts in preparation for progression to further learning or employment. Curriculum selected for the learning program aims to provide a range of experiences within a particular industry sector to help students make informed decisions for future pathway choices and to promote the students’ employability skills. It is not specifically intended that students will graduate as qualified in an occupational area, but that they will have gained highly relevant experience and developed employability skills for an industry sector.
This year Concord has linked with the Northern Melbourne VET (Vocational Education & Training) Cluster to provide students with more industry areas of studies. Concord staff support the delivery of the VET programs in conjunction with qualified trainers.
Following are the areas of study that our students are participating in:
Automotive Vocational Preparation - this course provides the skills to perform minor maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical components and systems on vehicles.
Building and Construction - This is a very hands-on based program focuses on safety in the work place, along with an emphasis on correct tool usage, wall construction and bricklaying.
Business Administration - This qualification provides the learner with the practical skills and knowledge of operating computers, including using Windows correctly, file management, the Internet and email, using standard business equipment in the workplace, keyboarding skills, workplace health, and planning for your own skills development.
Employability Skills - This program is conducted in partnership with Ivanhoe and Diamond Valley Centre (IDV). Students undertake activities arranged in conjunction with service provider staff. The purpose of this is to broaden knowledge and experiences of our students in order to assist them in transitioning from school.
Kitchen Operations - This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of kitchen functions and activities that require the application of a limited range of practical skills in a hospitality context.
Horticulture - This course provides the learner with the practical skills and knowledge to assist with the cultivation, growing and harvesting of trees and plants. It will enable a person to learn skills in maintaining plant growing areas, providing plant care and safety in the workplace.
Retail Cosmetics - The course provides a solid foundation in beauty theory and practice providing a pathway for employment or further study. Students learn how to design and apply makeup to clients within the retail cosmetics industry and for photographic sessions.
Salon Assistant - This qualification provides a solid foundation for individuals who wish to work as salon assistants, providing them with skills to communicate in the workplace, interact with and provide services to clients and assist colleagues.
Sport and Recreation - The aim of this course is to provide the specific skills and knowledge required for an assistant level employee at a fitness centre or gymnasium/dry area recreation centre.
