52 Certificate I & II Level

Certificate I & II Level provides a knowledge and skills base ranging from basic knowledge in a narrow range of areas to basic operational knowledge in a moderate range of areas.

The focus is on basic practical skills with some theoretical component and a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures with some accountability for the quality of outcomes, underpinned by a basic knowledge in a range of areas.

Entry to this level is by various pathways which may include the completion of Year 10 or equivalent, or completion of a recognised programme and/or recognition of prior learning.

This narrow level comprises the following detailed levels:

521  Certificate II
522  Statement of Attainment at Certificate II Level
523  Bridging and Enabling Course at Certificate II Level
524  Certificate I
525  Statement of Attainment at Certificate I Level

Certificate II provides basic operational knowledge in a moderate range of areas and develops the ability to apply a defined range of skills in contexts in which the choice of actions required is usually clear and there is limited complexity in the range of options.

The focus is on a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and the application of solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.

Entry to this level is by various pathways which may include the completion of Year 10 or equivalent, or completion of a recognised programme and/or recognition of prior learning.

The duration is dependent on the pathway taken. Examples of possible pathways include work-based training, school or other educational institution-based training, an accumulation of short courses, or recognition of prior learning either wholly or in combination with a training programme.

Statement of Attainment at Certificate II Level is a record of recognised learning either as partial completion of a course, attainment of competencies within a Training Package or completion of a nationally accredited short course which may contribute towards a qualification at Certificate II Level.

The focus is on a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and the application of solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.

Entry to this level is by various pathways which may include the completion of Year 10 or equivalent, or completion of a recognised programme and/or recognition of prior learning.

Duration of education at this level may vary.

Bridging and Enabling Course at Certificate II Level provides specific background knowledge to allow further detailed study at a level higher than Certificate II Level for students who do not have the pre-requisite subject matter knowledge or who have not studied for some time.

The focus is on a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and the application of solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.

Entry to this level is by various pathways which may include the completion of Year 10 or equivalent, or completion of a recognised programme and/or recognition of prior learning.

Duration of education at this level may vary.

Certificate I provides basic knowledge in a narrow range of areas and develops the ability to perform a defined range of routine and predictable activities.

The focus is on a limited range of functions involving defined routines and procedures.

Entry to this level is by various pathways which may include the completion of Year 10 or equivalent, or completion of a recognised programme and/or recognition of prior learning.

The duration is dependent on the pathway taken. Examples of possible pathways include work-based training, school or other educational institution-based training, an accumulation of short courses, or recognition of prior learning either wholly or in combination with a training programme.

Statement of Attainment at Certificate I Level is a record of recognised learning either as partial completion of a course, attainment of competencies within a Training Package or completion of a nationally accredited short course which may contribute towards a qualification at Certificate I Level.

The focus is on a limited range of functions involving defined routines and procedures.

Entry to this level is by various pathways which may include the completion of Year 10 or equivalent, or completion of a recognised programme and/or recognition of prior learning.

Duration of education at this level may vary.