22476VIC Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)
The first step towards a new and improved You.
Clarify project goals, carry out and evaluate projects, develop plans, read and interpret info, use maths in everyday situations - these are all the skills you'll learn and more in this introductory course.
Overview
Campus Geraldton | Northam | Kalgoorlie
When Semester 2, 2024 | Available all year round | Semester 1, 2025
Study Mode On campus | Online | Online and on campus
Do you want to take control of your future?
When you finish the Certificate I in General Education for Adults you will have better reading, writing, maths, and computer skills.
You will learn:
- how to make a plan
- simple reading and writing
- how to make simple documents
- basic computer skills
- simple maths, working with money.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete sixteen (16) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22358 Develop learning goals | $4.20 | $2.76 |
| VU22359 Conduct a project with guidance | $4.20 | $2.76 |
| VU22360 Engage with simple texts for personal purposes | $5.25 | $2.76 |
| VU22361 Engage with simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $2.76 |
| VU22363 Engage with simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $3.87 |
| VU22365 Create simple texts for personal purposes | $5.25 | $2.76 |
| VU22366 Create simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $2.76 |
| VU22368 Create simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $2.76 |
| VU22369 Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations | $6.30 | $3.87 |
| VU22370 Work with simple measurements in familiar situations | $6.30 | $3.87 |
| VU22372 Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts | $6.30 | $3.87 |
| VU22450 Work with and interpret simple directions in familiar situations | $6.30 | $3.87 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$4.20 | $4.91 |
|
|
$6.30 | $1.61 |
|
|
$2.10 | $0.58 |
|
|
$4.20 | $0.58 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Available all year round, 2024
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete sixteen (16) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
Core Skills Numeracy and Mathematics
Students must select all four (4) units in the numeracy and mathematics cluster.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22369 Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22370 Work with simple measurements in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22372 Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22450 Work with and interpret simple directions in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
Core Skills Reading and Oracy
Students must select all three (3) units under the Reading and Oracy skills cluster.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22360 Engage with simple texts for personal purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22361 Engage with simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22364 Participate in simple spoken interactions | $4.20 | $18.51 |
Core skills writing.
Students must select all three (3) writing skills units.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22365 Create simple texts for personal purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22366 Create simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22367 Create simple texts for employment purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22358 Develop learning goals | $4.20 | $18.51 |
| VU22359 Conduct a project with guidance | $4.20 | $18.51 |
Elective
Unit Selection - Special Interest Electives
Select four (4) special interest electives to achieve this qualification.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
|
|
$3.15 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete sixteen (16) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22358 Develop learning goals | $4.20 | $18.51 |
| VU22359 Conduct a project with guidance | $4.20 | $18.51 |
| VU22361 Engage with simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22362 Engage with simple texts for employment purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22363 Engage with simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22366 Create simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22367 Create simple texts for employment purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22368 Create simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22369 Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22370 Work with simple measurements in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22372 Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22450 Work with and interpret simple directions in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
Elective
Credit Transfer Unit
Students may have successfully completed the unit below as part of previous study. As a Credit Transfer the unit may replace one of the Elective Units above. No fees or charges are applicable.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$2.52 | $0.00 |
Unit Selection
Four (4) elective units must be selected from the list below.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$8.40 | $18.51 |
|
|
$3.15 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
|
|
$3.15 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
Option
Alternative Units
Four (4) of the units below may be selected as substitutes for any of the electives in the list above but students must discuss options with their Lecturer prior to enrolment.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$5.25 | $18.51 |
|
|
$5.25 | $18.51 |
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
Special Interest Unit
The following elective unit can be selected and be substituted for another elective unit.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$3.78 | $18.51 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete sixteen (16) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22358 Develop learning goals | $4.20 | $18.51 |
| VU22359 Conduct a project with guidance | $4.20 | $18.51 |
| VU22361 Engage with simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22362 Engage with simple texts for employment purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22363 Engage with simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22366 Create simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22367 Create simple texts for employment purposes | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22368 Create simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $18.51 |
| VU22369 Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22370 Work with simple measurements in familiar situations | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22372 Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts | $6.30 | $18.51 |
| VU22450 Work with and interpret simple directions in familiar situations | $6.30 | $17.96 |
Elective
Units
Four (4) elective units must be selected from the list below.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$8.40 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
|
|
$4.20 | $18.51 |
Option
Alternative Units
Four (4) of the units below may be selected as substitutes for any of the electives in the list above but students must discuss options with their Lecturer prior to enrolment
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$5.25 | $18.51 |
|
|
$5.25 | $18.51 |
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
|
|
$6.30 | $18.51 |
Credit Transfer Unit
Students may have successfully completed the unit below as part of previous study. As a Credit Transfer the unit may replace one of the Elective Units above. No fees or charges are applicable.;;
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$2.52 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Semester 2, 2024
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| VU22358 Develop learning goals | $4.20 | $2.69 |
| VU22359 Conduct a project with guidance | $4.20 | $2.69 |
| VU22360 Engage with simple texts for personal purposes | $5.25 | $2.69 |
| VU22361 Engage with simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $2.69 |
| VU22363 Engage with simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $3.77 |
| VU22365 Create simple texts for personal purposes | $5.25 | $2.69 |
| VU22366 Create simple texts for learning purposes | $5.25 | $2.69 |
| VU22368 Create simple texts to participate in the community | $5.25 | $2.69 |
| VU22369 Work with simple numbers and money in familiar situations | $6.30 | $3.77 |
| VU22370 Work with simple measurements in familiar situations | $6.30 | $3.77 |
| VU22372 Work with and interpret simple numerical information in familiar texts | $6.30 | $3.77 |
| VU22450 Work with and interpret simple directions in familiar situations | $6.30 | $3.77 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$4.20 | $4.78 |
|
|
$6.30 | $1.56 |
|
|
$2.10 | $0.56 |
|
|
$4.20 | $0.56 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700