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Certificate I in Work Education

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Course overview

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie
Devonport

South
Campbell Street

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

On-Site

2027 Tuition fees

Subsidised $ PoA
Concession* $ PoA

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

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Increase your employability by gaining the basic workplace skills and knowledge you need to be work-ready.

Designed for people with an intellectual disability or cognitive impairment, this free Work Education program focuses on providing you with the work readiness skills you’ll need to be prepared for employment.

In this course, you will be supported to develop an individual vocational learning plan and identify the skills you need to prepare for employment, as well as gain a basic understanding of the expectations of a workplace and your role as an employee.

You’ll develop personal management skills and interpersonal communication skills, and also learn how to contribute to health and safety of self and others in a workplace context – skills that are highly valued by employers at any workplace.

You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a range of vocational activities, conduct a personal project, develop your digital skills, engage in community activities and participate in a practical work placement with support.

On successful completion of this course, you will have developed a range of practical skills that will help you to be successful at work, and/or seek employment for the first time. You will also receive a Statement of Attainment for the units completed.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Alanvale	8 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Full-time Full-time course 4 days per week Monday - Thursday 9.00am - 2.30pm. Part-time study options available.	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm
South
Campbell Street	9 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Full-time Full-time course 4 days per week Monday - Thursday 9.00am - 3.00pm. Part-time study options available	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm
North West
Burnie	8 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Full-time Full-time course 4 days per week Monday - Thursday 9.00am - 2.30pm. Part-time study options available.	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm
Burnie	8 Feb 2027 - 7 Dec 2027	Part-time Part-time 2 days per week 9.00am - 2.30pm. Full-time study options available.	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm
Devonport	8 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Full-time Full-time course 4 days per week Monday - Thursday 9.00am - 2.30pm. Part-time study options available	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm
Devonport	8 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Part-time Part-time 2 days per week 9.00am - 2.30pm. Full-time study options available	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm
Devonport	8 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Part-time Part-time 2 days per week 9.00am - 2.30pm. Full-time study options available	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm

Burnie	10 Feb 2027 - 9 Dec 2027	Part-time Part-time 2 days per week 9.00am - 2.30pm. Full-time study options available	On-Site	Apply on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 12pm

Entry

Entry to the Certificate I in Work Education is intended for post compulsory school age learners with evidence of permanent cognitive and / or intellectual disability.

Permanent cognitive and / or intellectual disability must be evidenced. Evidence could include but is not limited to:

• Formal assessment by a registered medical practitioner

• Doctors / specialist reports

• Attendance at a Specialist School

• Integration support at school

• Integration support at school with modified curriculum

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Although not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Upon enrolment TasTAFE supply students a Microsoft Office license for the purpose of completing your study; including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Defender (Internet Security). TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a 22706VIC - Certificate I in Work Education.

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
MSMWHS100	Follow WHS procedures
VU23723	Prepare for employment
VU24035	Develop and apply an individual vocational plan with support
VU24036	Develop personal management skills for work
VU24037	Participate in vocational activities
VU24038	Participate in practical placement with support
VU24039	Develop workplace communication skills

Elective units
FSKDIG001	Use digital technology for short and basic workplace tasks
NAT10973002	Use tools, resources and equipment for vocational learning
NAT10973004	Engage in a community activity
NAT10973010	Use free or inexpensive technology
VU23243	Use recipes to prepare food

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