Choosing a Vocational Education Program

(1)

Course Guide

Regional

15-17 Dimboola Road

PO Box 930, Horsham VIC 3402

t

1300 308 620

f

(03) 5381 1942

e

w

skillinvest.com.au

Metro

290 Thomas Street

PO Box 234, Dandenong VIC 3175

t

1300 135 008

f

(03) 9792 5634

e

w

skillinvest.com.au

(2)

At Skillinvest, the successful outcome of our students is our number one priority. Embark on a

study and career path in your chosen field through vocational training offered by Skillinvest.

Why choose Skillinvest?

• Our qualified, industry experienced trainers are passionate about helping you to achieve

learning outcomes

• Our training helps you to build the skills and knowledge you require to succeed in your chosen

industry

• We strive to provide you with a first-class experience that is based on up-to-date practices and

skills as used in the workplace and community

• We offer a wide range of training courses that are well suited to employment opportunities in

your local region

• We understand the importance of flexible learning and that’s why our trainers offer on-the-job

training as well as classroom based learning

• We deliver flexible, competency-based training customised to meet individual and

organisational needs

• We are an accredited provider of Nationally Recognised Training (RTO Code 4192)

You will discover that Skillinvest provides a supportive and friendly environment for students.

Feel free at any time to contact a Skillinvest representative to discuss your potential training

pathway.

Metro: 1300 135 008

Regional: 1300 308 620

[email protected]

Accredited training may be delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Individuals with a range of abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Skillinvest Limited RTO Code: 419

2 Our Training Facilities

04 Our Offices

04 Applying at Skillinvest

05 How to Apply

05

06

14

08

16

10

18

21

23

13

20

22 Automotive

Business/Management

Community Services

Building & Construction

Engineering

Equine/Racing

Hairdressing

Competitive Systems

Civil Construction

Short Courses

Testimonials

(3)

OUR TRAINING FACILITIES

Dandenong Technical Training Facility

89 Cheltenham Road, Dandenong VIC 3175

• Building and Construction Facility

• Automotive Training Centre

Horsham Building and Construction Facility

10 Ballinger Street, Horsham VIC 3400

• Building and Construction Facility

Skillinvest Dandenong

290 Thomas Street, Dandenong VIC 3175

• Hairdressing Training Centre

Longerenong College

229 Longerenong Road, Longerenong VIC 3401

• Vehicle Training Centre

• Fully operational 1070 hectare farm

• Engineering Training Centre

OUR OFFICES

APPLYING TO SKILLINVEST

This course guide will give you an overview of your chosen course, including duration of the

course, training delivery methods and potential career outcomes. Take the time to think about

your interests and feel free to discuss your training pathway with us. A Skillinvest representative

can discuss potential entry requirements and answer any questions you may have. Your enrolment

is an important step in developing skills and knowledge to assist in your career aspirations.

You may also be eligible for a government subsidised training place. To find out if you are

eligible, contact a Skillinvest representative. You can also find more information relating to

government funding by visiting the website below:

http://www.education.vic.gov.au/training/learners/vet/pages/funding.aspx

You can find information relating to course fees on our website. Visit skillinvest.com.au to view

our Statement of Fees.

When you are ready to submit an application, you can apply online or in person at our Metro or

Regional offices, by following the steps below.

HOW TO APPLY

Applying to Skillinvest is easy! Follow these steps to enrol online:

1. Go to the Skillinvest website at skillinvest.com.au

2. Click on the ‘For Students’ page

3. Select the relevant industry area and click on ‘Read More’

4. Select the course you wish to apply for (e.g. Certificate IV in Business), click on ‘Apply’

and follow the prompts

You may also apply in person at any of our offices or contact a representative by phone for

additional information.

Note: All enrolments are subject to approval by a Skillinvest Training Manager. Prior to completion of enrolment,

a Skillinvest representative will need to meet with you to finalise your enrolment application by collecting

signatures and identification documents as required.

ARARAT 5/56 High Street, Ararat VIC 3377 t (03) 5352 2811 HORSHAM 15-17 Dimboola Road, PO Box 930 Horsham VIC 3402 t (03) 5381 6200 BAIRNSDALE

Level1/210 Main Street. Bairnsdale VIC 3875 t 1300 135 008 DANDENONG 290 Thomas Street, PO Box 234, Dandenong VIC 3175 t 1300 135 008 BALLARAT 110 Lydiard Street Nth, Ballarat VIC 3350 t (03) 5322 4500 LONGERENONG COLLEGE 229 Longerenong Road, Longerenong VIC 3401 t (03) 5362 2222 DONALD 67 Woods Street, Donald VIC 3480 t (03) 5497 1821

(4)

AUTOMOTIVE

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

AUR20512 – Certificate II in

Automotive Servicing Technology

This qualification is intended to prepare new and existing employees who are performing servicing and maintenance of vehicles in an automotive service or repair business.

• Automotive

Serviceperson Class Delivery_{• Part time: NA} • Full time: 15 weeks

Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

• Part time: NA • Full time: 24 months

Workplace / Flexible Delivery Classroom

AUR30612 – Certificate III in Light

Vehicle Mechanical Technology

The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology prepares new employees or recognises and develops existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light vehicle service and repair industry.

• Automotive Mechanic Class Delivery

AUR31012 – Certificate III in

Automotive Sales

The Certificate III in Automotive Sales prepares new employees or recognises and develops existing workers who are performing general sales and marketing functions in an automotive retail, service or repair business.

• Parts Interpreter • Vehicle Salesperson • Farm Machinery Salesperson • Motorcycle Salesperson Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: 12 months

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

(5)

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

BSB30115 – Certificate III in Business

This qualification reflects the varied roles of individuals across different industry sectors who apply a broad range of competencies using some discretion, judgment and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.

• Data Entry Operator • General Clerk • Payroll Officer • Word Processing Operator Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

• Part time: 24 months • Full time: 12 months

Workplace / Flexible Delivery

BSB30415 – Certificate III in

Business Administration

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply a broad range of administrative competencies in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement. They may provide technical advice and support to team.

• Administration Assistant • Clerical Worker • Data Entry Operator • Receptionist Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

BSB40215 – Certificate IV in Business

This qualification provides solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and gives the worker the ability to analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others.

• Accounts Clerk • Office Administration Assistant • Word Processing Operator Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

BSB40515 – Certificate IV in

Business Administration

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed administrative skills. They are able to apply solutions to assist in unpredictable problems, analyse and evaluate information and provide leadership and guidance to others with limited administration responsibility. They may provide leadership and guidance to others. • Accounts Supervisor • Executive Personal Assistant • Project Assistant Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

BSB42015 – Certificate IV in

Leadership and Management

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as developing and emerging leaders and managers in a range of enterprise and industry contexts.

As well as assuming responsibility for their own performance, individuals at this level provide leadership, guidance and support to others. They also have some responsibility for organising and monitoring the output of their team.

• Coordinator • Leading Hand • Supervisor • Team Leader

Class Delivery

• Part time: Contact to discuss

• Full time: Contact to discuss

TAE40110 – Certificate IV in

Training and Assessment

This qualification reflects the role of individuals delivering training and assessment services in the vocational education and training (VET) sector.

This qualification is a requirement of the Australian Quality Training Framework Essential Standards for Registration.

• Enterprise Trainer • Enterprise Assessor • RTO Trainer • RTO Assessor • Training Advisor • Training Needs Analyst • Vocational Education Teacher Class/Workplace Delivery

• Part time: 6 months • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Workplace / Flexible Delivery

BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

(6)

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

CHC30112 – Certificate III in

Community Services Work

This qualification addresses work in the

community, residential facilities and provides the worker with the skills to carry out activities to maintain personal care and other activities with people living with a disability.

• Neighbourhood Centre Worker • Community Care Worker • Residential Support Worker • Support Worker with Youth, Women, Families, Domestic Violence, Child Protection

• Youth Case Worker • Recreational Activities Officer Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

CHC30113 – Certificate III in Early

Childhood Education and Care

This qualification covers workers who use organisation policies, procedures and individual children’s profiles to plan activities and provide care to children, facilitating their leisure and play, to enable them to achieve their development outcomes.

• Early Childhood Educator

• Playgroup Supervisor • Family Day Care

Worker • Childhood Educator/ Assistant Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

CHC30408 – Certificate III

in Disability

This qualification addresses work in the

community, residential facilities and provides the worker with the skills to carry out activities to maintain personal care and other activities with people living with a disability.

• Home Care/Care Assistant • Community Care

Worker

• Personal Care Worker • Disability Support Worker • Residential Care Support Worker Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

CHC40312 – Certificate IV

in Disability

This qualification addresses work in residential group homes, training resource centres, day respite, open employment services, community settings and clients’ homes. This will allow the worker to apply knowledge and skills to provide training, support, independence and community participation to people with disabilities.

• Behavioural Support Officer • Project Officer • Employment Coordinator (Disability) • Residential Care Worker • Supervisor Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

CHC40708 – Certificate IV

in Community Services Work

This qualification applies to workers who provide a range of services and interventions to clients, and implement community education and interventions within community-based organisations, residential and outreach services.

• Case Worker • Community Services Worker • Family Support Worker • Outreach Officer • Welfare Worker Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

COMMUNITY SERVICES

(7)

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

CPC30211 – Certificate III

in Carpentry

This qualification provides a training outcome in carpentry both in residential and commercial applications. This qualification has core unit competencies that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as specialist field work.

• Carpenter

• Carpenter and joiner

Class Delivery

BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

CHC50113 – Diploma of Early

Childhood Education and Care

This qualification addresses workers in Children’s Services who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements.

• Childhood Educator • Group/Team Coordinator/Leader (Children’s Services) • Children’s Services Director/Manager • Authorised Supervisor (Children’s Services) Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

CHC50612 – Diploma of Community

Services Work

This qualification addresses work in service delivery, direct client work and community education or development projects. This allows workers to operate at an advanced skill level and may also take responsibility for the supervision of staff and volunteers.

• Case Worker • Community Services Worker, Family Support Worker • Outreach Officer • Welfare Worker Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: 18-24 months Workplace / Flexible Delivery

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

(8)

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

MEM20105 – Certificate II in

Engineering

Competency will be developed through a combination of on and off-the-job learning strategies such as those delivered through a formal traineeship. • Pre Employment Pathway into Engineering, Manufacturing or Related Industries Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

MEM30205 – Certificate III in

Engineering – Mechanical Trade

This qualification covers the skills and

knowledge required to work as an Engineering Tradesperson – Mechanical within metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries or other industries where Engineering Tradespersons – Mechanical work.

• Engineering Tradesperson - Machining Operations, Plant and Equipment Maintenance Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

Metro – 1300 135 008 Regional – 1300 308 620

15 ENGINEERING

MEM30305 – Certificate III in

Engineering – Fabrication Trade

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required for employment as an Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication within the metal, engineering, manufacturing and associated industries or other industries where Engineering Tradespersons - Fabrication work.

• Engineering Tradesperson: Metal Fabrication, Forging, Founding, Structural Steel Erection, Electroplating, Metal Spinning, Metal Polishing, Sheet Metal Work Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

(9)

EQUINE/RACING

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

RGR20108 – Certificate II in Racing

(Stablehand)

A stablehand is a person who is employed in a thoroughbred racing stable and whose prime function is to care for the animals and to meet their individual needs of feeding, grooming, exercising and transporting; as well as keeping the environment safe, clean and hygienic.

• Stablehand Class Delivery

• Part time: NA • Full time: NA

RGR30108 – Certificate III in Racing

(Trackrider)

A trackrider is a person who is independently engaged or employed to exercise thoroughbred horses on the instruction of a trainer. The duties require judgement and the ability to communicate information concerning horse health, performance and temperament accurately to the trainer as well as high level riding skills and the ability to interpret and relay information covering a variety of circumstances.

• Trackrider • Stablehand Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

RGR30208 – Certificate III in Racing

(Advanced Stablehand)

The advanced stablehand works to the delegated instructions of a trainer who has overall

responsibility for the enterprise. There is a degree of autonomy within the delegation, for example, an advanced stablehand is permitted under the rules of racing to act for the trainer on race days and when operating as a foreperson in the stable environment directs and coordinates one or more stablehands.

• Stablehand • Foreperson • Assistant Trainer Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

RGR40108 – Certificate IV in Racing

(Racehorse Trainer)

A racehorse trainer is a person who is licensed to operate a business that trains horses under racing industry regulated licensing criteria for the purpose of competing in industry-regulated events. The trainer is responsible for the care, maintenance and racing performance of the animals.

• Racehorse Trainer Class Delivery

RGR40208 – Certificate IV in Racing

(Jockey)

A jockey is an independent professional sportsperson licensed by thoroughbred racing industry authorities to compete in industry-regulated competition. The jockey contracts riding services on a daily basis to owners and trainers. A jockey possesses the highest level of race riding and horse handling skills, which require application of problem solving skills to unpredictable problems • Apprentice Jockey • Jockey Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

(10)

HAIRDRESSING

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

SIH20111 – Certificate II in

Hairdressing

This qualification will assist individuals who work as salon assistants and communicate and interact in the workplace and provide services to clients and colleagues. This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway and VETiS delivery.

• Salon Assistant Class Delivery

• Part time: 12 months • Full time: 12 weeks

Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Workplace / Flexible Delivery Classroom

SIH30111 – Certificate III in

Hairdressing

This qualification reflects the role of the individuals employed as hairdressers working in a team in a hairdressing environment. It will assist in communication within the workplace and with clients, selling products and services and applying a broad range of technical hairdressing services. This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

• Hairdresser Class Delivery

SIH40111 – Certificate IV in

Hairdressing

This qualification reflects highly skilled hairdressers who implement technical skills as part of co-ordinating a salon team. This qualification applies a broad range of knowledge and support in technical leadership, training and support to colleagues.

• Senior Hairdresser,

Industry Consultant Class Delivery_{• Part time: 12 months} • Full time: 6 months

Traineeship/ Apprenticeship • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Workplace / Flexible Delivery Classroom

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

(11)

COMPETITIVE SYSTEMS

CIVIL CONSTRUCTION

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

MSS40312 – Certificate IV in

Competitive Systems and Practices

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required by a team leader or other person to implement competitive systems and practices in the work of a team or work group, or by a specialist in competitive systems and practices.

• The target job roles may be in production or operations, office, maintenance, transport and logistics, and other job roles requiring the skills delivered by completing the qualification. Class Delivery • Part time: NA • Full time: NA Traineeship/ Apprenticeship

ONLINE AT

skillinvest.com.au

HOW TO APPLY

BY PHONE

Skillinvest Metro – 1300 135 008

Skillinvest Regional – 1300 308 620

Course

Career Outcomes

Duration

Delivery

_Method

RII30813 – Certificate III in Civil

Construction Plant Operations

This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator working with civil construction plant, who applies a broad range of skills in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. The individual may provide theoretical advice and support a team.

• Plant Operator Class Delivery

RII30913 – Certificate III in Civil

Construction

The qualification applies to specialist occupations in bituminous surfacing, bridge construction and maintenance, pipe laying, road construction and maintenance, road marking, tunnel construction, timber bridge construction and maintenance and civil construction general occupations. The individual may provide theoretical advice and support a team.

• Road Worker Class Delivery

(12)

SHORT COURSES

Course

Duration

Delivery

_Method

CPCCOHS1001A – Work Safely in the Construction Industry

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) induction training within the construction industry.

It requires the ability to demonstrate personal awareness of OHS legislative requirements, and the basic principles of risk management and prevention of injury and illness in the construction industry.

Class Delivery

1 Day

Classroom

TLILIC2001A – Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck

This unit specifies the outcomes required for the operation of a powered industrial truck equipped with a mast and an elevating load carriage to which is attached a pair of fork arms or other attachment, for licensing purposes.

Class Delivery 2 Days Minimum Workplace / Flexible Delivery Classroom