New options for Year 11 and 12 students
Victoria is transforming the delivery of senior secondary education with the introduction of two programs that will offer greater access to quality vocational and applied learning pathways, while making sure student achievement is equally celebrated and recognised.
The
VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) is a two-year program within the VCE that will replace Intermediate and Senior VCAL. It will prepare students to move into apprenticeships, traineeships, further education and training, university (through non-ATAR pathways) or directly into the workforce.
The Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) is an inclusive Year 11 and 12 standards-based certificate that meets the needs of a smaller number of students who are not able or ready to complete the VCE (including the VCE VM). The VPC will help students move into a senior secondary qualification, entry level vocational education and training, or straight into a job. Students will be able to start their VPC at any time during the school year and the time to finish the program will be flexible.
The VCAA has reached a major milestone with the accreditation and release of the
VCE VM study designs and support materials.
The new curriculum features improved breadth and quality, a simplified structure and reduced repetition. The studies allow students to apply knowledge and skills in practical contexts, including taking part in community-based activities and collaborative projects.
The VPC will soon be accredited, and the curriculum will be released upon accreditation.
You are invited to attend our online professional learning sessions about the programs in May and June. We are also looking forward to meeting many of you in person during face-to-face workshops in various metropolitan and regional locations throughout Term 3. During these workshops, we will provide an overview of the new curriculum and support materials to help you to develop student-centred and engaging projects connected to the real world and community. Please register for the
sessions and
workshops through the Professional Learning page.
Find out more on the
Senior Secondary Certificate Reform page or
email us.