Student Agency

Student Agency

Wodonga Senior Secondary College’s Student Agency program empowers students to take responsibility for their learning- becoming independent and self-regulating learners. The timetable reflects scheduled times for students to practice ‘Student Agency’ every day from 3.00-3.25pm AND every Friday during period 3 & 4. Activities that students can participate in during these times are advertised via the School Portal to enable students to prepare, and for parents/carers to have conversations with their child about how they are utilizing the time.

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Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC)

Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC)

Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC)

The Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) is an inclusive certificate that provides an enriched curriculum and excellent support for students to develop the skills, capabilities and qualities for success in personal and civic life.  Students enrolled in the VPC will receive a support program designed to transition them to suitable work. Students can enrol in the VPC in Year 10, 11 or 12. The VPC can be a pathway into the VCE.

Discussions about enrolment in the VPC will be had with the student and families upon enrolment to the College.

  • Literacy
  • Numeracy
  • Work Related Skills
  • Personal Development Skills

  • Industry and Enterprise
  • VET Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways
  • Work Experience and/or Work Placement
  • Study Support

Opportunity for individual subject choices will be available based on individual interests and abilities.

VCE subjects offered

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

VET Subjects

Wodonga Senior Secondary College (WSSC), supported by the Victorian Government, offers nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs as part of your senior secondary studies. This means you can earn industry-relevant qualifications alongside your VCE, VCE VM, or VPC, giving you a head start in your chosen career.

Our flexible two-year programs can be undertaken in Years 10, 11, or 12, allowing you to tailor your studies to your individual needs and goals. WSSC’s passionate and experienced VET teachers will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience you need to thrive in your chosen field.

We partner with leading Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to offer a wide range of industry-aligned programs, ensuring you gain the skills and qualifications highly sought-after in the Wodonga community.

  • Automotive, Construction and Engineering
  • Community and allied health services
  • Creative industries, digital and visual arts
  • Hair, Beauty and Barbering
  • Hospitality, Sport and Recreation

Successful completion of WSSC VET programs can provide students with:

  • A nationally recognised qualification or a Statement of Attainment (SoA) that can lead to pathways into employment and/or further VET qualifications or training.
  • A Statement of Results issued by the VCAA outlining the Units of Competency completed
  • Credits towards a VCE, VCE VM or VPC certificate issued by the VCAA
  • ATAR contributions as primary study scores or increments (select Certs ONLY)

Student’s value WSSC VET programs because they:

  • allows them to combine general and vocational studies which for many, provides a practical focus in a range of industry areas
  • provides direct experience of business and industry
  • enables them to explore training in areas that will enhance their pathway choices.

Employer’s value WSSC Vet programs because they:

  • contributes to the development of entry level skills for their industry
  • provides students with a practical and focused introduction to workplace requirements
  • enhances the employability of students
  • enables industry to contribute to educational programs in schools
  • enables industry to participate in local community networks.

VCE VM students must complete at least 1 sequence (Unit 1 & 2) of a VET subject.

Learn more about VET

Links

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

Vic.gov.au

Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA)

VET subjects offered

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)

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Victorian Certificate of Education

Pathways to University, TAFE and the Workforce

At WSSC, students will be enrolled in 30 VCE units over 3 years.

Minimum requirements:

  • 3 units from the VCE English group (including a Unit 3–4 sequence)
  • 3 other sequences of Unit 3-4 studies

Pathways to TAFE and the Workforce (Vocational Major – VM)

At WSSC, students will be enrolled in 30 VCE units over 3 years.

Minimum requirements:

  • 3 VCE VM Literacy or VCE English units (including a Unit 3–4 sequence)
  • 2 VCE VM Numeracy or VCE Mathematics units
  • 2 VCE VM Work Related Skills units
  • 2VCE VM Personal Development Skills units
  • 2 VCE VM Personal Development Skills units
  • Minimum of 180 nominal hours of VET at Certificate II level of above, and
  • Minimum of 3 Unit 3-4 sequences in addition to your sequence from the English group

VCE subjects offered

Academic Advancement Program (AAP)

Academic Advancement Program (AAP)

This program is designed for students with an interest in pursuing subjects at higher levels. It is a six-month advancement program replacing Core Year 10. The course provides students with opportunities to extend their thinking through rigorous exploration. These subjects provides a strong foundation and broader perspective for future studies and career pathways.

The following Academic Advancement Program subjects are offered. A selection process is in place for this program as places are limited.

Year 10 Core subjects offered