Certificate I in General Education for Adults

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Fees

Fee type for this course: Full fee

Location

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Overview

Build essential reading, writing, numeracy and computer skills with Certificate I in General Education for Adults (22690VIC) at Victoria University.

Learn in a supportive and encouraging environment, where you’ll build confidence and skills in:

reading and writing
numeracy and mathematics
communication – listening and speaking
using computers and digital technology.

This course is designed for adult learners (both migrants and native English speakers) who have had limited formal education, and who want to improve their skills to explore further study or employment pathways.

: This certificate is part of the Western Melbourne English Program (WMEP).
The WMEP specialises in foundation courses for students who are learning English, or building confidence to enter the workforce.
They can also help you with your application.
Find out more about the program and its support services
: Victoria University is a supportive place to study. We have a range of academic support programs that can help you if you’re struggling with your studies.
We can help you with your assignments and assessment tasks, maths, writing skills and English language support, as well as showing you effective ways to study and manage your time and preparation. Our study support programs include:
workshops and study groups
student mentors and peer learning
maths and writing resources.
We also have disability support services and counselling services available for all students.
: We believe in inclusivity, diversity and opportunity. Studying with us means you’ll be learning in an environment that values community empowerment.
Victoria University received the highest rating of five stars for cultural diversity by the Good Universities Guide. Our students feel fortunate to learn in a setting that has such a rich representation of cultures.
VU also works to address refugee issues, tackle diversity and social inclusion issues and improve the health and social wellbeing of the region. We are proud of our cultural diversity initiatives and projects with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and Indigenous communities.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course structure

You will attend scheduled classes 3 days per week.

You are also required to complete independent study, including eLearning activities and assessments. We recommend dedicating up to 2 hours per week for this.

Approximate class times: 9am–2.30pm

Fees & scholarships

Fees 2026

Fee type¹	Tuition²	SSAF³
Skills First subsidised	$1,134	$261 (max)
Concession	$226.80	$112 (max)
Full fee (not subsidised)	$5,250	–

Fee type – depends on your eligibility for subsidies and concessions; if you are not eligible you will pay the full fee amount
Tuition – the student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment
SSAF – Student Services and Amenities Fees for non-academic costs are charged at $0.33 (Skills First subsidised) or $0.14 (concession) per enrolled hour, up to the maximum per year