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CURRICULUM GUIDE

2020

General Information 2

Centre for Hearing Impaired 2 South Australia Certificate of Education (SACE) 3 SACE Planner 4 VET Pathways 5 - 7 Year 8, 9 & 10 Subject Patterns 8 ATTACHMENT*

Year 9 Subjects A Year 10 Subjects B Stage 1 Subjects C Stage 2 Subjects D

*Refer to the separate ‘Attachments’ for further information about the subject offerings at each year level

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Avenues College is proud of its student centred learning program that supports all students to reach their potential. This Curriculum Guide is designed to provide you with information about subject and course offerings from Year 8 to Year 12 in 2020. The guide is a planning tool designed to enrich your learning experience during your time at Avenues College Avenues College continues to build and expand the Australian Curriculum in Years 8-10 to ensure excellence in academic, so-cial and cultural outcomes within a local, national and global context. Our 8-10 learning program continues to deliver quality standards in education with a strong focus on citizenship, service to community, social and health education, the environment and approaches to learning. The Senior School curriculum is based on supporting students as they work towards achieving their SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education), a qualification recognised both nationally and internationally. Avenues students begin the SACE with the Personal Learning Plan (PLP) in Year 10, and progress through Years 11 and 12 through the completion of both SACE sub-jects and VET courses. You will find the guide shows the progression of subjects in each of the Learning Areas this is to assist you when deciding what is most appropriate for your future. I advise you to read the Curriculum Guide carefully, discuss your choices with your family and your teachers at school, but most importantly, choose a balanced curriculum, allowing flexibility and providing a range of options once you leave Avenues College at the end of Year 12. Think carefully about your future pathways, and consider what subjects and courses you may need to gain university entrance, TAFE enrolment and employment. Robyn McLean

Principal

Students who have been identified or verified as hard of hearing/Deaf are integrated with students of Avenues College. The purpose of the Centre is to provide a broad balanced education that prepares the student for effective participation in society in accordance with DE Guidelines. Students attend college classes and can receive special instruction and have access to a team of Teachers of the Deaf and support staff who provide support and mentor each student. All students learn Auslan (Australian Sign Language) in Year 8 which supports the successful integration of the Deaf students. Teachers and Support Staff of the Deaf frequently team teach with the college staff in classes with students who are hard of hearing/Deaf are integrated.

PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME

CENTRE FOR HEARING IMPAIRED

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AVENUES COLLEGE SACE PATHWAYS

At Avenues College we offer students the opportunity to design highly personalised study pathways by selecting their

subjects and courses from a wide range of study and VET options delivered at the college or flexibly through one of

our high quality external providers or industry partners. This makes it also possible for students to tailor highly

specialised Stage 2 packages (please see VET page).

Requirements of the SACE

There are two stages of the SACE:

Stage 1, which begins in Year 10 with the Personal Learning Plan, and continues through Year 11

Stage 2, which is undertaken in Year 12

Each subject or course that is successfully completed earns 'credits' towards the SACE

Students receive a final grade from A to E for each Stage 1 subject and a final grade from A+ to E– for each Stage 2 subject.

To qualify for the SACE students must:

Complete a minimum of 200 credits (150 of which can be gained through VET. See SACE Study Planner for details)

Achieve a C grade or better in the Stage 1 compulsory requirements

Achieve a C- grade or better in the Stage 2 compulsory requirements

The compulsory requirements are:

Personal Learning Plan - 10 credits at Stage 1 undertaken at Year 10

Literacy - at least 20 credits from English subjects (Stage 1 or Stage 2)

Numeracy - at least 10 credits from Mathematics subjects (Stage 1 or Stage 2)

Research Project - 10 credits at Stage 2 undertaken at Stage 1

Other Stage 2 subjects - at least 60 credits (three full year subjects) from a range of Stage 2 subjects

The remaining 90 credits can be gained through additional Stage 1 or Stage 2 subjects or Board-recognised courses of a

student's choice (such as vocational education and training (VET) or community learning).

For more information please visit the SACE website : www.sace.sa.edu.au

Going to University

Students who want the option of applying for a university degree as part of their tertiary studies will need to ensure that their

Year 12 subject choices make them eligible for an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank).

This means that they must meet SACE requirements - including the equivalent of 90 Credits worth of Tertiary Admission

Subjects at Stage 2 (Year 12).

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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING (VET) PATHWAYS

What is VET and how can I do it?

VET stands for Vocational Education and Training. The flexibility of the SACE enables students to include a signifi-cant amount of VET in their SACE studies. This will help students to build pathways in the SACE through VET and will encourage students to complete VET qualifications and experience a career pathway while still completing their SACE.

Studying VET at Avenues College

Provide credit towards the attainment of the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE)

Provide credit towards further tertiary study

Support a student’s transition from secondary school to employment or further vocational education and training

Provide students with the foundation skills needed to acquire a traineeship or apprenticeship

NEVO - VET Courses visit www.nevo.sa.edu.au

NEVO-VET courses provide students in years 10, 11 and 12 in the North Eastern Adelaide area with increased vo-cational pathway options through a broad range of choices in VET courses. NEVO courses are hosted by schools and Registered Training Organisations (RTO's). Students remain enrolled at Avenues College and attend the host school or RTO for their chosen VET course. Please visit the website for more information.

COURSE FEES AND APPLICATION PROCESS

Each VET course will have its own set course fee. Avenues College will subsidise 50% of course fees for programs available through NEVO with our partnership schools. Eligibility criteria apply, please see below. (See web site for prices - www.nevo.sa.edu.au)

Example: Cert II in Electronics course price = $2850 Avenues College will subsidise $1425

For courses not offered by the school or the NEVO partnership (run directly from TAFE or another private RTO) stu-dents/families will be responsible for all costs including administration costs. Credits towards SACE will still apply

Where possible, for some courses (NEVO or otherwise), students may access a funding scheme called

‘Training Guarantee for SACE Student’ (TGSS). There are strict eligibility requirements, so please see the

school VET coordinator for further information.

Additional costs associated with each course will be the student’s responsibility e.g. safety boots, uniforms, first aid, excursions etc.

A $100 non-refundable deposit will be payable by Friday of Week 9, Term 3, to secure your position. The remaining balance MUST be paid by Friday of Week 3, Term 4.

APPLICATION PROCESS (See VET Coordinator)

STEP 1 - Expression of interest form to the VET coordinator -.

Progression to the next stage will be based on the student meeting the following selection criteria:

Attendance (90%)

Literacy – C grade or better in English

Numeracy – C grade or better in Maths

Demonstration of ‘Independent learning’

STEP 2 – Completion of NEVO / VET enrolment forms (including Commitment to Pay Slip)

STEP 3 – Payment of deposit and full balance by Friday of Week 3, Term 4

STEP 4 – Official Acceptance letter issued

SEE THE VET COORDINATOR, MISS EMILY COLEMAN FOR ANY ENQUIRIES 82612733

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LENGTH OF

COURSE: 2 Year

(delivered within normal subject line structure at

STAGE 1 & 2)

LOCATION: Avenues College

COURSE RTO

Sports SA (2280)

COST#

$450

Certificate llI Sport and Recreation (SIS30115) Certificate III in Sport and Recreation helps to build a solid background in the Sports & Recreation industry. This course is ideal if you are considering a career such as a sport and recreation officer, fitness instructor, or sporting coach. Through this qualifi-cation, you will learn about: coaching, health and fitness programs, sport, recreation and fitness industry, health and fitness, risk assessment and management, first aid and injury management. Career Pathways:

SACE CREDITS: STAGE 2 - UP TO 40 depending on the student ’s completion of all Units of Competency

TAFESA University Coach

Health and Fitness Industries

Events Management Organisation and

Management

Sports Trainer Fitness Instructor Sport Administration

LENGTH OF

COURSE: 1 Year

(1 FULL DAY PER WEEK AT STAGE 1 OR 2)

LOCATION:

Avenues College- Music Studio

COURSE

RTO: COSAMP RTO 41549

COST

# $600

Certificate Ill Music Industry - Performance This qualification is for those students who have an interest in music and are keen to develop skills a musician with the aim to perform or compose music. Depending on the elective units chosen, students will work towards composing simple songs or musi-cal pieces and preparing for performance, whilst developing improvisation skills, ap-plying knowledge of generate to music making and performing music as part of a group or as a soloist. Career Pathways:

SACE CREDITS: STAGE 2 - UP TO 70 depending on the student ’s completion of all Units of Competency

TAFESA University

Musician / Singer Stage Producer

Session Musician

Music Technician Song writer Stage Manager / Promoter

VET offered onsite at Avenues College

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LENGTH OF COURSE: 6 Months (Semester 2)

(1 FULL DAY PER WEEK)

LOCATION: Avenues College Cafe

COURSE RTO IIFP (40123)

COST $110*

Subject to TGSS

eligibility

Certificate ll in Food Processing (FBP20117) Certificate II in Food Processing is tailored as an introduction to Café, Sales and Barista. It is idea for students wishing to pursue a career in the food or hospitality industry. Students will develop skills in sweet & savoury food preparation, food safe-ty, customer services and barista skills. Students will be required to complete 30 hours of Structured Work Placement. Career Pathways:

SACE CREDITS: STAGE 1 - UP TO 70 depending on the student ’s completion of all Units of Competency

TAFESA Barista Chef Baker

Customer Service Pastry Chef

LENGTH OF COURSE:

6 Months, Semester 1 (1 FULL DAY PER WEEK)

LOCATION:

Avenues College

COURSE RTO IIFP (40123)

COST

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$135* Subject to

TGSS eligibility

Certificate ll in Horticulture (AHC20416) Certificate II in Horticulture is ideal for students wishing to pursue a career within the Horticulture/Agriculture industry. Students will develop skills and knowledge in recog-nising plants, irrigation, propagation, operating basic tools & equipment, planting & pruning trees & shrubs, pest and weed control, soil sampling & testing, chemical use, quality assurance and WHS are all covered in detail. Career Pathways:

SACE CREDITS: STAGE 1 - UP TO 60 depending on the student ’s completion of all Units of Competency

TAFESA Grounds Keeper Community Facilities Manager Landscape assistant

Horticulturalist Parks and Gardens Team Member

VET offered onsite at Avenues College

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YEAR 8, 9 & 10 CURRICULUM PATTERNS

YEAR 8

LEARNING AREA SUBJECTS ALLOCATION

ENGLISH / ESL ENGLISH/ESL

FULL YEAR MATHEMATICS MATHS

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION PE

SCIENCE SCIENCE

TECHNOLOGIES DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY / DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES ONE SEMESTER

FOOD TECHNOLOGY ONE SEMESTER

HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCE HISTORY ONE SEMESTER

ARTS

VISUAL ART ONE TERM

MEDIA ART ONE TERM

MUSIC ONE SEMESTER

YEAR 10

LEARNING AREA SUBJECTS ALLOCATION

ENGLISH / ESL ENGLISH/ESL

FULL YEAR MATHEMATICS MATHS

SCIENCE SCIENCE

SACE PLP ONE SEMESTER

HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCE HISTORY ONE SEMESTER

TECHNOLOGIES

MUST CHOOSE ONE:

Digital Technology / Industrial CAD / Wood Technology

Metal Engineering /Photography / Electronics Pedal Prix /

Food Technology

ONE SEMESTER

ARTS MUST CHOOSE ONE:

Visual art / Media Arts / Music ONE SEMESTER

CHOICE SUBJECTS FOUR CHOICE SUBJECTS – each a SEMESTER in length

YEAR 9

LEARNING AREA SUBJECTS ALLOCATION

ENGLISH / ESL ENGLISH/ESL

FULL YEAR

MATHEMATICS MATHS

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION PE

SCIENCE SCIENCE

TECHNOLOGIES DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCE HISTORY ONE SEMESTER

ARTS MUST CHOOSE ONE:

VISUAL ART / MEDIA ARTS / MUSIC ONE SEMESTER

CHOICE SUBJECTS TWO CHOICE SUBJECTS – each a SEMESTER in length