VET in Schools
What is VET in Schools?
VET in Schools refers to Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses undertaken as part of school studies. About one third of Australia’s senior secondary students are enrolled in a VET in Schools course.
VET in Schools courses enable you to earn credit towards a recognised VET qualification while you complete the general education curriculum or work toward your Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE).
With VET in Schools, you can:
• combine a vocational pathway with your studies
• complete (or work towards) a Certificate I, II or III, or sometimes even a Certificate IV qualification
• keep your options open to pursue further vocational education (such as courses at a Technical and Further Education institute), or move into higher education (such as undertaking courses at university).
VET qualifications, or the credit towards a qualification, are recognised by industry across Australia under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Some VET in Schools students are also Australian School-based Apprentices. Information on all VET qualifications and courses is available at www.training.com.au. VET in Schools courses are offered in a wide range of industry areas, from aeronautics, engineering and building to business administration, hospitality and children’s services. They can be a good way to explore different occupations and to test whether you are interested in pursuing a future in that industry. For more information about VET in Schools visit the website at www.det.wa.edu.au/curriculumsupport/vetis/detcms/portal. Find out about your options by contacting your school’s VET coordinator or career adviser.