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.

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

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)

Victorian Certificate of Education

Pathways to University, TAFE and Work

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 Work (Vocational Major)

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 (can include Mathematics, WRS, PDS)
  • 2 units from the VCE Mathematics groups
  • 2 VCE Work Related Skills units
  • 2 VCE Personal Development Skills units
  • 2 VET credits at Certificate II level or above (180 nominal hours)

VCE subjects offered

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

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