is a program that allows Year 11 and 12 students to gain practical, industry-relevant skills by attending an external training campus, while still completing their high school education at Emmanuel Catholic College. It provides students with a head start in their chosen career pathway by combining school-based learning with hands-on training in a real-world environment.
Around July each year, Year 10 and 11 offerings for VETDSS courses are released by the various training providers for participation in the following year. These will be promoted extensively through SEQTA and parent emails when the information becomes available. This information details the courses, campus locations and delivery days of the course. Interested students are supported in applying for VET courses of their choice.
After being accepted, Students enrolled in VETDSS programs then attend an external training provider while continuing their regular school studies.
Some external VET course examples:
Missed Schoolwork – Students must catch up on lessons and assignments from their off-site day
Commitment Required – Requires time management, dedication and work-ready skills
Additional Costs – Some private RTOs charge fees for training programs
Limited Course Availability – Placement in popular courses is competitive
Attendance is key – All VET students will be assessed by observation.
Pupil-free days at Emmanuel Catholic College – TAFE students must attend TAFE even though their peers might be off school.
Some courses require students to find their own work placement and with this comes the management of Logbook and Skills Journal.
VETDSS is ideal for students who are:
Once the applications close, Emmanuel Catholic College will be notified of a list of 1st round offers for successful students and provide an endorsement to the Training Organisation that the College supports the application. (usually in September).
Second round offers will be made (roughly around October time)
For a list of specific courses and Registered Training Organisations who offer them, please click here.
Ms Tania Byrnes
Head of Careers & VET
Tania.Byrnes@cewa.edu.au