9-12 Course Selection Guide - Mount Eliza Secondary College

VCE (VET)LABORATORY SKILLS-CERTIFICATE III (MSL30109)Units 1 – 4. A study score is available for this program.ProgramCombining VCE studies with a Certificate III in Laboratory Skills give students the opportunity to enhance theirschool-based learning with applied skills through laboratory and simulated workplace learning facilities. Thisprogram prepares students for a range of science course and science based industries including: biotechnology,nano-technology, pathology, and forensic science. Certificate III in Laboratory Skills is designed to provide accessto a range of career paths as well as assist with higher level tertiary technical based learning.Training and Employment OutcomesThe skills acquired in the Certificate III may translate to both immediate employment in laboratory technology,process manufacturing and other scientific occupations as well as provide an excellent base of applied scientificskills for further studies at TAFE or University. Successful students may go on to gain further credits in CertificateIV in Laboratory Techniques, or a Diploma in Laboratory Technology or related applied science courses Theprogram provides access to a range of career opportunities including analytical laboratory technician, pathologytechnician, school or industry-based technician.Special RequirementsThe program is delivered over two years.• It is preferred students be enrolled in VCE Chemistry. Otherwise an interview is required.• VCE Biology is an advantage. Extra assignments may be arranged for students to gain the underpinningskills and knowledge.• All competencies are assessed by Chisholm in consultation with secondary college staff who support thetraining by assisting students to check off tasks in their log books.• Year 10 students wishing to undertake the program will require an interview.• Students are provided with laboratory coat, gown and safety glasses on loan as required.• Students are required to purchase a laboratory duplicate log record book and permanent marker pen.• Reference material will be provided in written or electronic format to support student learning.Structured Workplace LearningSWL is not mandated in this program, however the VCAA strongly recommend all VET students undertake somework placement.Day / Time / VenueThe Peninsula School – Wednesday, 1:30pm – 5:30pm127