Vocational Education and Training or VET refers to education and training that focuses on delivering the skills and knowledge required for a wide range of industries. VET in schools is about gaining practical work-related skills to equip students for the world of work while they are at school.
At NCC, our commitments to students in this area extend to the development of award-winning Hospitality and highly experienced professionals involved in program delivery.
VET in Schools courses enables students to earn credit towards a nationally recognised VET qualification while they complete the general education curriculum or work towards a senior secondary certificate.
VET Subjects at a Certificate, I or II levels, do not contribute to an ATAR but can provide students with a Vocational Qualification Certificate, a Tertiary Entrance Rank and points towards their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).
Participating in VET programs can:
- provide credit points towards the attainment of a Queensland Certificate of Education, and/or the attainment of a nationally recognised VET qualification
- receive an industry-specific vocational Certificate or Statement of Attainment
- support students’ transitions to employment, vocational and higher education pathways
Other benefits of participating in VET include (but are not limited to):
- obtaining practical experience from work
- gaining familiarity on how a workplace operates
- developing employability skills
- developing and improving interpersonal skills
- allowing students to explore the potential career path that they would like to pursue
Students at Nambour Christian College can access VET in a number of ways including:
- through Nambour Christian College (30575) as a Registered Training Organisation – providing VET qualifications (AQF levels I, II)
- through another Registered Training Organisation
- through a School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship
What certificates can I study with Nambour Christian College as the RTO?
Nambour Christian College currently offers ten (10) certificates.
SIS20122 Certificate II in Sport & Recreation
This qualification allows individuals to develop basic functional knowledge and skills for work in customer contact positions in the sport or community recreation industry. These individuals are competent in a range of administrative activities and functions within a team and under supervision. They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks using practical skills and basic sport and recreation industry knowledge.
They work in locations such as sport and recreation centres or facilities, and leisure and aquatic centres assisting with the conduct of recreation activities, and facility maintenance and operations.
Possible job titles include:
- community activities assistant
- customer service assistant
- leisure assistant
- recreation assistant
- retail assistant
- grounds assistant
- facility assistant.
Students must complete ten (10) nits of competency: 6 Core Units and 4 Elective Units.
For further information, click here.
Third-party arrangements are in place for the delivery of HLTAID011 Provide First Aid through Rapid Response First Aid as the RTO (HEALTHCORP, RTO 91222).
BSB10120 Certificate I in Workplace Skills
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have not yet entered the workforce, and are developing the necessary skills in preparation for work. They may undertake a variety of simple tasks under close supervision.
This qualification provides a range of introductory skills and knowledge to provide individuals with an understanding of the business environment.
Students must complete six (6) units of competency: 2 core units + 4 elective units
For further information, click here: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/BSB10120
BSB30120 Certificate III in Business
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. It is likely that these individuals are establishing their own work performance.
Individuals in these roles carry out a range of routine procedural, clerical, administrative or operational tasks that require technology and business skills. They apply a broad range of competencies using some discretion, judgment and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
Students must complete thirteen (13) units of competency: 6 core units + 7 elective units
For further information, click here: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/BSB30120
SIT10222 Certificate I in Hospitality
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who participate in a range of routine and predictable hospitality work activities. They work under close supervision and are given clear directions to complete tasks.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in various hospitality settings, such as restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.
Possible job titles include:
- bar useful
- food runner
- glass runner
- housekeeping assistant
- kitchen steward
- kitchen useful.
Students must complete six (6) Units of Competency: 3 Core Units and 3 Elective Units.
For further information, click here.
SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a defined and limited range of hospitality operational skills and basic industry knowledge. They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks and work under direct supervision.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in various hospitality settings, such as restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.
Possible job titles include:
- bar attendant
- café attendant
- catering assistant
- food and beverage attendant
- front office assistant
- porter
- room attendant.
Students must complete fifteen (15) Units of Competency: 6 Core Units and 9 Elective Units.
For further information, click here.
For students seeking to gain SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol, a service agreement is in place for Blueprint Career Development (RTO 30978) to deliver the training and assessment.
SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a range of well-developed hospitality service, sales or operational skills and sound knowledge of industry operations. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under limited supervision using plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for specialisation in accommodation services, food and beverage and gaming.
Possible job titles include:
- espresso coffee machine operator
- food and beverage attendant
- front desk receptionist
- front desk assistant
- function host
- gaming attendant
- guest service agent
- housekeeper
- restaurant host
- senior bar attendant
- waiter
Students must complete fifteen (15) Units of Competency: 7 Core Units and 8 Elective Units.
For further information, click here.
Third-party arrangements are in place for the delivery of SITHFAB002 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol through Prestige Service Training as the RTO.
SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined and limited range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items.
They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks and work under direct supervision. This qualification does not meet the requirements for trade recognition as a cook, but can provide a pathway towards achieving that.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in kitchen operations in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops; and institutions such as aged care facilities, hospitals, prisons, and schools.
Students must complete thirteen (13) units: 7 core units + 6 elective units
For further information, click here.
FNS20120 Certificate II in Financial Services
This qualification is intended to address the need for increased financial literacy and basic financial skills of entrants wishing to build potential pathways into the industry.
Students must complete eight (8) units of competency: 4 core units + 4 elective units
For further information, click here.
FNS10120 Certificate I in Basic Financial Literacy
This qualification is designed to facilitate an understanding of the Australian financial services marketplace and personal financial situations to address the need of increased nationwide financial literacy. The qualification provides learners with the basic skills and knowledge to pursue further learning in a variety of sectors in the financial services industry.
Students must complete six (6) core units of competency.
For further information, click here.
FBP20221 Certificate II in Baking
The Certificate II in Baking describes the skills and knowledge of a baker’s assistant working in a commercial baking environment.
Students must complete eleven (11) Units of Competency: 7 Core Units and 4 Elective Units
For further information, click here.
Students are also offered the opportunity to undertake qualifications through an external Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Nambour Christian College has agreements in place for the delivery of:
- AHC21216 Certificate II in Rural Operations through the University of Queensland (UQ Skills, RTO 1511). This qualification is completed as a timetabled subject with compulsory practical training camps at the University of Queensland Gatton Campus taking place throughout the course. Students learn the practical foundation skills required to work across a range of entry-level employment positions in agriculture, horticulture and animal care. Students access their VETiS funding to undertake this qualification. For further information, see Mr Phil Rienecker or visit https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/high-school-programs/certificate-ii-rural-operations
- HLT23221 Certificate II in Health Support Services through Connect ‘n’ Grow (RTO 40518). The Health and community services sectors are the largest growing industries in Australia, estimated to grow by over 20% over the next five years. The Certificate II in Health Support Services will provide students with a basic understanding of the skills reflecting the role of workers who provide support for the effective functioning of health services. Students may be able to access funding to help subsidise the cost of their training. Contact the VET Coordinator or Connect ‘n’ Grow® to explore potential options.
- HLT3315 Certificate II in Health Services Assistance through Connect ‘n’ Grow (RTO 40518). The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance [Assistant in Nursing] involves the worker in direct client contact under supervision. This qualification is the entry level of nursing and provides a pathway for those wishing to pursue further study in the future towards becoming an Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse. This qualification is offered to students on a Fee for Service For further information, see Mrs Amie McDonald or visit https://connectngrow.edu.au/
- 11236NAT Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology through Evolation Learning Pty Ltd (RTO 45219). This course is intended to provide participants with the following knowledge and skills to deepen their understanding of Christian theology and to perform limited functions associated with serving in a Christian church group or ministry context: knowledge of theological sources; understanding of theological information; understanding of Christian practice; skills to identify theological insights; Ability to communicate theology effectively. For further information, see Mrs Amber Smith or visit: https://veta.org.au/veta-morphus/
Who can I talk to if I want more information about studying a VET certificate at Nambour Christian College?
The VET Coordinator
Mrs Amie McDonald
Email: amie.mcdonald@ncc.qld.edu.au
NCC Student Manual 2024
VET Course Contacts
Certificate II in Sport & Recreation – Ms Angela Hunter
Certificate II and III in Health – Ms Angela Hunter
Certificate I, II and III in Hospitality – Mr John Shuttleworth
Certificate II in Retail Baking – Mr John Shuttleworth and Ms Ashleigh Hoeksema
Certificate II in Cookery – Mr John Shuttleworth
Certificate II in Rural Operations – Mr Phil Rienecker
Certificate III in Christian Ministry & Theology – Mrs Amber Smith
The Careers & Pathways Coordinator
Mr Chris Garrett
Email: Christopher.Garrett@ncc.qld.edu.au
Phone: 07 5451 3333
